Saturday, August 31, 2013

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The Ridiculous Airtel Broadband Plans

Posted: 31 Aug 2013 02:56 AM PDT

Electric 30 GB: 30GB at 16mbps. 512kbps FUP speed Rs. 1699 plus taxes
Electric 50 GB: 50GB at 16mbps. 512kbps FUP speed Rs. 2199 plus taxes
Electric 80 GB: 80GB at 16mbps. 512kbps FUP speed Rs. 2599 plus taxes
Electric 175 GB: 175GB at 16mbps. 512kbps FUP speed Rs. 3299 plus taxes

Rapid 15 GB: 15GB at 8mbps. 256kbps FUP speed Rs. 1299 plus taxes
Rapid 30 GB: 30GB at 8mbps. 256kbps FUP speed Rs. 1599 plus taxes
Rapid 80 GB: 80GB at 8mbps. 256kbps FUP Speed Rs. 2099 plus taxes
Rapid 175 GB: 175GB at 8mbps. 256kbps FUP speed Rs. 2599 plus taxes

Turbo 15 GB: 15GB at 4mbps. 256kbps FUP speed Rs. 1199 plus taxes
Turbo 30 GB: 30GB at 4mbps. 256kbps FUP speed Rs. 1499 plus taxes
Turbo 80 GB: 80GB at 4mbps. 256kbps FUP speed Rs. 1899 plus taxes


Airtel Broadband has some new absurdly priced broadband plans (if possible give this post or the thread a +1!)

samaya tv

Posted: 31 Aug 2013 02:43 AM PDT

is there any problem with Kannada news channel samaya..its not available from past 3 months on hathway.and now replaced that channel with some other...is there any payment issue of samaya and hathway ?

Ebay.in Deals For First Time Buyers Thread

Posted: 31 Aug 2013 02:09 AM PDT

As the title says, Ebay promotional deals for guys who haven't bought anything from ebay yet.
Their deals are pretty good.
Here is their current deal >

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Buy Here

need 2 hd dvr, which is best?

Posted: 31 Aug 2013 01:48 AM PDT

as MTNL iptv has shut down in Delhi,i am now about to buy 2 hd dvr connections , this will cost me around 14k initially so this being not a small amount i wanted your valuable inputs based on these parameters-

 

1. Reliability of stb hardware. (topmost priority)

 

2.smoothness in operating interface.

 

so which 1 should i go for? Airtel vs tatasky vs videocon???

 

 

 

 

 

 

General Secularism Discussion and Rant Thread.

Posted: 31 Aug 2013 01:34 AM PDT

Asianet Movies will available today in Tata Sky.

Posted: 31 Aug 2013 01:10 AM PDT

Asianet Movies will available in Tata Sky from Today. Already Asianet Plus is now available in Tata Sky. Updated in Tata Sky Website.

 

:nonchalance:

 

 

Tata Sky DTH now replacing MPEG2 STBs with MPEG4 STBs for free!

Posted: 31 Aug 2013 01:06 AM PDT

We are replacing close to 5-6 million MPEG-2 SD STBs at no cost to consumers over the next year. All of this is coming in from internal accruals.

 

But you need to wait for one more year to see many new channels

 

 

 

We have been adding channels in a phased manner; the process will now be accelerated with the MPEG-4 STB. By June-July next year we should be able to revise our channel offerings to consumers,

 

 

http://www.indiantelevision.com/digital/y2k13/july/juldig7.php

Slow download speed.

Posted: 31 Aug 2013 12:02 AM PDT

Hi , I'm using BSNL bb ULD 1425 so i should get 4 mbps speed(Download speed should be around 500kbps) but i'm getting a download speed of only 120kbps.Torrent downloads are not even crossing 70kbps. Even i tried downloading from microsoft server but only 120kbps. What could be the problem.??Does any one experiencing the issue???

BSNL ADSL Broadband Becomes Pathetic Between 12 PM ans 6 PM

Posted: 31 Aug 2013 12:02 AM PDT

Is it only me or anyone else is also having this same problem. BSNL broadband performs great at night and morning (and sometimes at also in evening). But it becomes almost pathetically slow (though speedtest.net result show fast speeds always) after noon.

HTC and Robert Downey Jr.

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 11:48 PM PDT

Asianet Plus and Asianet Movies are now available on Tata Sky.

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 11:26 PM PDT

Asianet Plus and Asianet Movies are now available on Tata Sky. Hope that More Malayalam Channels will be added soon to Tata Sky.

Time to shut down my Standard Chartered India bank account!

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 11:09 PM PDT

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I am maintaining a quarterly balance of Rs. 2 lakhs. And they send me this message. f**k them. 

Gram panchayats to get broadband speed of up to 100 mbps through National Optic Fibre Network (NOFN) over next 2 years: Sibal

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 10:57 PM PDT

http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/gram-panchayats-to-get-broadband-speed-of-up-to-100-mbps-sibal/article5075573.ece?homepage=true

 

NOFN network.. After PRISM debacle , I am not entirely sure whether we can connect via it and feel safe from surveillance .

 

Also , one thing you all need to note is "Upto 100 mbps" ... So if its 64kbps , dont complain :D

tikona 2mbps plan review needed mumbai urgent

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 10:54 PM PDT

hello to everyone..as i am a newbie over here pardon me if smething is wrong with the topic.i want to buy this 2mbps plan tikona 999..i want to know any one from mumbai using this plan already whts their review.i will be mostly downloading xbox games ..do they have any hidden plan like after 50gb or 60gb it will be 512 ul.help

MTNL 3G Jadoo Experiences and Issues

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 10:30 PM PDT

Please use this thread for MTNL 3G/HSDPA activation/speed discussion.

Mumbai
1. For 3G settings, please click here

2. For PrePaid data plans, click here and select 3G Prepaid Data STVs tab.

3. To recharge your prepaid mobile, go here.

4. To check Talktime Balance and validity, dial *444#

5. To check Promotional plan like pay per second validity, dial *445#

6. To check Data Balance and its validity, dial *446#

Delhi
1. For 3G settings, please click here

2. For PrePaid data plans, click here


More data will be added as found. Please PM me if you have something to contribute to this post.

Has anyone used Ani Networks in Delhi?

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 10:20 PM PDT

I got info of this ISP from Extreme Peering group, this ISP supports peering in torrents and have good unlimited packages with no fups

 

http://aninetwork.in/package.html

 

Any reviews will be appreciated :)

Porting from Reliance GSM to Tata CDMA

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 10:01 PM PDT

Today I have started the process to port from reliance GSM to Tata cdma. But my March has already come to a screeching halt. I am not getting my UPC code from reliance. I have already tried twice. Port 9958XXXXXX to 1900.

Earthquake in Pune?

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 09:51 PM PDT

Faced just now at 16:50

DOCOMO 3G Rs.250/- Plan is limited to 1GB Now!

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 09:46 PM PDT

Updates:

 

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Tata Docomo Launches Unlimited* 3G at Rs.250/- with full talktime.

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IMP Note: To use this pack change APN from TATA.DOCOMO.INTERNET to TATA.DOCOMO.INTERNETHVC

For settings SMS HVC to 52270

* High speed till 1GB. After 1GB speed will be 2G...

Recharged with 250/- unlimited* recharge, got balance of Rs. 250/- in main account with lifetime validity.

 

 

 

Mark Webber to quit Formula 1 at the end of current season :o

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 09:20 PM PDT

http://www.readability.com/articles/t3i2meq2

 

 

Webber decided to leave the competition for German company Porsche's new sportscar programme, which could include an attempt at Le Mans 24 Hours, despite having options to stay in Formula One, both with Red Bull and other teams.

 

Wow. 

Kimi Raikkonen News and Updates

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 09:19 PM PDT

Now it is official.,

FIA rejects McLaren's appeal to penalise drivers

Kimi Raikkonen keeps World championship title

PARIS: Formula One's governing body FIA rejected McLaren's appeal to penalise four drivers for fuel irregularities at the season-ending Brazilian Grand Prix, letting Ferrari's Kimi Raikkonen keep his World championship title.

The Hindu : Sport : FIA rejects McLaren’s appeal to penalise drivers

Force India News and Updates

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 09:18 PM PDT

Posted Imageorce India to use Ferrari KERS system
Ongoing relationship with the Italian champions
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Mallya delighted with Fisichella's performance
Force India looks set to step up its relationship with Ferrari for 2009. Not only will the Silverstone based team continue to use a customer engine built by the famous Italian marque next year, Force India is reportedly planning to run a KERS energy-recovery system that is also developed by Maranello-based Ferrari.

"We will run a Ferrari engine and the electronics of Magneti Marelli," team co-owner Vijay Mallya, apparently referring to the introduction next year of a system that will store and re-use energy captured under braking, is quoted as saying by the German magazine Auto Motor und Sport.

Ferrari confirmed recently that its engine and electronics departments have been merged ahead of the major regulation change for 2009.

Force India, however, will continue to build its own gearbox, and the outfit's first 'quick shift' transmission will be introduced at the Hungarian Grand Prix in August.

Mallya said he was delighted in Bahrain, where Force India driver Giancarlo Fisichella finished ahead of the highly rated McLaren driver Lewis Hamilton.

"I could not hide my laughter,:hysterical:" the Indian billionaire said. "In Bahrain, our team made one more step forwards.:thumbsup:"

Anyone here using YOU Broadband in Pune ?

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 07:35 PM PDT

I am now in need of a broadband provider at my home in Pune. I was checking if 3G would be VFM but supposedly it is not for me. Checked with airtel and my place is not "feasible" as per them. I don't have an option of BSNL so that is out too. The only option supposedly is available is YOU telecom.
Is there anyone here using YOU Broadband in Pune or somewhere else ?
I was planning to get their

Either the YOU hurricane or the YOU Trident plan, lowest in them respectively.

How consistent is the connection and speed ? Downtimes ?
I read few threads here and people seem to be having issues with speed mainly/ I am ok if i don't get full 12 Mbps or 10 Mbps but consistent connection and low / no downtime is more important.

Please suggest if it is worth going for YOU broadband ?

Google Nexus 4 2013 Edition

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 03:29 PM PDT

http://goo.gl/FVpD7
 

Rumored Specifications: 

 

5.2″ OLED Display with 1920×1080 resolution
Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 @ 2.3 GHz
3GB LPDDR3 Ram
16/32/64GB of internal storage
16MP rear camera by OmniVision (4k video recording @30FPS, 1080p video recording @60FPS, Real Time HDR & HDR video recording, optical image stabilization, BSI 2.0)
2.1MP front camera (1080p video recording @30FPS)
3300 mAh Lithium Polymer battery
Front positioned stereo speakers
Qualcomm RF360 (LTE 150 Mbps & HSPA+)
Integrated DVB-T / ATSC-antenna
Gesture like controls (navigation, zoom, etc)

 

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Of course. Whatever. 

Help choose between ACT &#38; Hathway in Girinagar, Bangalore

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 02:24 PM PDT

hello guys...
i have two isp's in my hand
act bb and Hathaway bb .which one shall i buy a new connection..in girinagar Bangalore

unrooting a rooted micromax ics ?

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 01:12 PM PDT

Hi

 

I have one micromax p560 funbook ics os, recently have rooted the device.

 

now the power button is not functioning properly so like to replace this device in warranty of six months.

 

heard if once rooted android the warranties will be broken.

 

so is there anyway to unroot my device ?

 

 

 

Thanks inadvance.

BSNL Broadband Upload Speed Decreased from 30.08.2013

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 01:03 PM PDT

Hi.. I having a problem right now.

 

I have a plan for 8 GB 2MBPS and after 8GB 512 KBPS unlimited. I always get upload speed around 40-50 KBPS on 2 MBPS and 512 KBPS both connection.

 

Today after 4 PM i am getting upload speed around 5 KBPS. I don't know what happening here. Is anyone else having same problem or BSNL decreased the speed for my plan? Please anyone help me...

Thanks in advance.


One more thing,

Download speed is going good, There is no change for my download speed.

Router for Thunder 1099

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 12:39 PM PDT

So, I am going for it probably in couple of weeks ( still haven't called them though as I just shifted to my new place.

 

I have got ZTE ZXDSL 531B series one which I got from BSNL some like 5 years back. Will it work with the new thunder plans and will give me best speeds ? 

 

I used to use this with my BSNL 650 Combo plan ( used it till 2011 ) which used to give me 280kb/s ( 2mbps unlimited night plan ) and this worked fine with it.

 

I don't want to listen to reliance people saying to me "hey, this won't work with new connection, u need to buy new one" scam. So let me know peeps.

 

Also, I have lost the adapter for it, so anyone mind linking me to ebay.in or flipkart to buy a new one? 

Get 2mbps Download Speed on MTNL Broadband Freedom 800 Plan

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 11:50 AM PDT

I Just resetted my modem at 08:30pm on 28/04/2012 and see the result

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If U still doubt, I can post screenshot of my data downloaded from MTNL's site.

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I am using this plan since Dec 2011. You can see that I have downloaded/Uploaded almost 340GB

Before I was thinking that this is temporary.

 

The general cricket discussion thread

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 11:11 AM PDT

Why this thread?

So often, we have some random thought or point to make/discuss , and I personally sometimes skip it as I feel it is not worthy of a new thread & feel its unfair to hijack an existing thread...

Would recommend creating new thread for any big news & as usual we have threads for specific series/tournaments.. This is for something general random posts related to cricket...Kind of the Cricket Offtopic thread...

Will start with one post

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Misbah & Taibu seem to competing with each other for the prize of who can bat more defensively....

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After beating NZ in the 3rd ODI with a draing chase... Now Zimbabwe are on verge on possibly upsetting them in the Only Test...

116 needed in 34 Overs (Incl mandatory Overs) with the new ball just taken

Amazon AppStore for Google Android (Now available in India)

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 10:24 AM PDT

ShopClues.com Jaw Dropping Deals Thread

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 10:19 AM PDT

They keep coming up with good deals so starting this thread
today's deal is

Park Avenue Fragrant Soap- Set of 3 @48

Click here to go to Shopclues.
List Price: Rs.120
Selling Price: Rs.110
Price includes all taxes.
DEAL PRICE : Rs.29/-
Use Coupon Code : SC1PS29
Buy now for Rs.29 + Rs.19(shipping) = Rs.48
Offer valid till stock lasts

SC makes it clear: Govt will have to ban Porn

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 10:17 AM PDT

 

The Supreme Court on Monday issued notices to various ministries of the central government on a PIL seeking modification of internet laws to make watching pornography a non-bailable offence.

A bench of Chief Justice Altamas Kabir and Justices A R Dave and Vikramjit Sen issued notice on Kamlesh Vaswani's petition saying existing laws had failed to prohibit proliferation of internet pornography and alleged that it was affecting the younger generation and resulting in increasing sexual assaults on women.

 

Appearing for the petitioner, senior advocate M N Krishnamani said the government urgently needed to take pro-active steps to block all pornographic websites as they were affecting the "peace of mind, health and wellness, happiness and human potential".

 

Source

 

:russianroulette:

Internet rates may go up as DoT decides to levy fee on it

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 10:01 AM PDT

Help me set up wifi !

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 09:45 AM PDT

Hi,

 

I am using Airtel broadband+fixedline connection. I wish to setup wifi at my home (range-30-40 ft). I could just figure out that I have a Beetel 110BX1 ADLS2 modem+router. I have no idea what this means! Can somehow please suggest do I need to buy only a router or a modem+router. Whatever be the case, please suggest the best combination for Airtel. Budget is not a constraint.

 

Please help!

 

 

PS- I am a complete novice when it comes to all things technical here. Some of the things I have written might seem stupid.Kindly ignore them. I am waiting for your suggestions :-)

 

 

How do you pay your electricity bills?

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 07:47 AM PDT

how you people are paying eletricity bills? is there any online sites in Andhra Pradesh ? I know its off topic but i needed to know if any ones knows about it..

Twitter for Google Android Updates

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 07:30 AM PDT

International pings are horrible on MTNL Broadband for 2 weeks now

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 06:44 AM PDT


 

Solution:

Quit MTNL. MTNL doesnt know how to fix DNS issue. (Its been 2 months now.. still problem persists.) 

Either go with Airtel or Joister Broadband. 

 

 

 

OLD LOG BELOW: 

 

I hope you understand my query.

 

If you call 1504, MTNL aunties will pick up the call, and if you tell them my ping has increased. They will ask you back what is PING.

 

So if anyone has MTNL prabhadevi office Internet Admin's phone number or any email, please let me know.

 

As im facing PING issues on MTNL, and because of which my MTNL speed has also reduced to 1.4mbps (Im paying for 2MBPS connection).

 

And im a gamer, ofcourse we need better pings to Singapore and .. other Asian servers.

 

please email me any help or, reply me here. THANK YOU.

 

ajinkyab1987[AT]gmail.com

 

 

My current IP: 182.58.247.86

 


 

 
Microsoft Windows [Version 6.1.7601]
Copyright © 2009 Microsoft Corporation.  All rights reserved.
 
C:\Users\Steel>tracert google.co.in
 
Tracing route to google.co.in [74.125.236.152]
over a maximum of 30 hops:
 
  1    <1 ms    <1 ms    <1 ms  192.168.1.1
  2     *        *        *     Request timed out.
  3    10 ms     9 ms     9 ms  static-mum-59.185.212.54.mtnl.net.in [59.185.212
.54]
  4     *        9 ms     8 ms  static-mum-59.185.210.198.mtnl.net.in [59.185.21
0.198]
  5     9 ms     8 ms     7 ms  74.125.51.205
  6     9 ms     8 ms     9 ms  72.14.232.202
  7    50 ms     9 ms     9 ms  216.239.48.179
  8     9 ms     8 ms     9 ms  bom03s02-in-f24.1e100.net [74.125.236.152]
 
Trace complete.
 
C:\Users\Steel>tracert 210.23.14.71
 
Tracing route to gamerssg-71.nc.super.net.sg [210.23.14.71]
over a maximum of 30 hops:
 
  1    <1 ms    <1 ms    <1 ms  192.168.1.1
  2     *        *        *     Request timed out.
  3     *        9 ms    10 ms  static-mum-59.185.212.54.mtnl.net.in [59.185.212
.54]
  4     8 ms     8 ms     8 ms  static-mum-59.185.210.198.mtnl.net.in [59.185.21
0.198]
  5     *       37 ms    39 ms  AES-Static-177.105.144.59.airtel.in [59.144.105.
177]
  6    69 ms    68 ms    68 ms  AES-Static-085.36.144.59.airtel.in [59.144.36.85
]
  7   264 ms   265 ms   264 ms  p4844.sgw.equinix.com [202.79.197.26]
  8   266 ms   267 ms   266 ms  eqx1.ncasr1.super.net.sg [210.23.0.174]
  9   282 ms   282 ms   282 ms  gamerssg-71.nc.super.net.sg [210.23.14.71]
 
Trace complete.
 
C:\Users\Steel>

Building NAS

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 06:34 AM PDT

LEt see 

I have a smart tv, a laptop ( not dedicated one i.e. its not at home most of the time), a tablet, a smart phone , a router, a wifi router, an external hdd of 2tb.... is there any way I can make this into a NAS  at home ? 

DLink DSL-2520u Firmware update in Crash Recovery Mode.

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 05:53 AM PDT

Hi All,

I am going to explain how to update firmware for crashed, corrupted mode for Dlink Modem below:-

I have purchased DSL-2520u having DDNS Feature in mind, but i was sad (human tendency) when i couldn't see such features.

Post Purchase fig:
Board ID: DSL-2520U
Software Version: IM_1.00
Software Date: Jun 11 2010
Bootloader (CFE) Version: before 1.0.37-5.12
H/W Version : T1.
Manufactured in May 2012.


Day1
I tried all forums and DLink for updated Firmware. After Several calls to Dlink (Thanks for their waiting time on IVRS) said they have latest firmware which include DDNS and additional Security features. I was so happy to hear that. They even sent me Firmware via email.

I have tried upgraded with given firmware via web gui/TFTP [Update Software] and it was failing with err: Fatal error during image uploading. .It was bit frustrating.

Day2.
I called DLink again in morning . They resent same firmware hinking that last image is not good. I retried and again same err :(
Again i called Dlink[20 mins wait every time on fone] , One of Exec said, if it's not upgrading this way then i will have to corrupt Firmware intentionally. He told me process as well on phone.

HOW TO ?

1. Connect your modem to PC/Laptop using ethernet cable.
2. Assign Static Ip to PC/Laptop to avoid issue later. (It took 2 hrs for me to fig out , Dlink din't tell me about this)
IP 192.168.1.2, SM, 255.255.255.0, DG ,192.168.1.1
3. Download Firmware in C:/Firmware [Sent by Dlink]
4. Check if you can browse 192.168.1.1 [Going fwd :- WEB GUI]
5. Take configuration Back up of modem into your PC/Laptop to reduce reconfiguration. Managament >> Settings >> Backup
6. Now, take a paper clip - Press Reset button for 1 Min at rear side, every 10-15 secs , Please unplug and replug power cords into. Modem will restart itself and u will see only Strong Constant Red Light & Etherenet port light if connected. This mode is called Crash Recovery Mode. if power light turns into green and you are able to see normal reset , then repeat this step again.
7. Now try browsing 192.168.1.1 with default user/passwd.
8. If u see Quick setup page , then repeat Step 6 else step 9.
9. If you see message saying that welcome to upgrade page and you see one browse path and Update button.
a) Pl select path for firmware
B) Please submit update button.
10. It will take 2 mins to flash new firmware.
11. You will see DDNS & extra sec features.

Post Firmware Upgrade
Board ID: DSL-2500U
Software Version: ME_1.00
Software Date: May 24 2011
Bootloader (CFE) Version: before 1.0.37-5.12

Cheers.

This process should be followed only when normal updates are not working or firmware are corrupted or crashed. and you see constant Red light on box and not turning into green.

I am newbie so can't upload link.
Cheers.

Friday, August 30, 2013

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Mirai communications, New network

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 02:47 AM PDT

I heard about this cable network 1 week before in bangalore :) and even my LCO has taken line for this...Kindly check this

 

website http://setech.in/services.html  and let me how is the network and channels..If ANY ONE USING IT..I guess it

 

 

called as  E DIGITAL network...any opinions ?

Accused of sexual misconduct, Asaram Bapu is being allowed to violate every rule in the book to save his skin

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 02:25 AM PDT

 

 

Instead of chasing Asaram Bapu down and questioning him thoroughly, the Jodhpur police gave him time till August 30 to appear before them, failing which he would be arrested. Meanwhile, Asaram Bapu has gone to Madhya Pradesh and has started 'Operation Fightback'. On Thursday, he accused Congress president Sonia Gandhi and her son and party vice-president Rahul Gandhi of orchestrating false accusations against him. Unsurprisingly, now with his back to the wall, he and his cohorts are also going all out to defame the minor girl. His son has alleged that the girl is mentally ill, while Asaram Bapu has offered to give Rs. 5 lakh to anyone who can prove him guilty. The godman seems to have forgotten that we have a functioning legal system and it has the wherewithal to decide whether the godman is guilty or not.

 

Source

 

 

PM Talks about economic reforms and falling rupee

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 02:07 AM PDT

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Friday expressed concerns over the falling rupee and blamed external forces for the slowdown in the Indian economy. The Prime Minister claimed that it was not only the Indian economy that is going through a turbulent phase but also other developing countries which had seen their economies facing tough times. "What triggered the sharp depreciation in the rupee value are certain external forces. Global factors like tension in Syria and prospects of US tapering its federal policy also had an impact," Manmohan Singh said while making a statement on the economy in Parliament. He also urged people to control the consumption of gold and oil to control the burgeoning Current Account Deficit. "We need to reduce our appetite for gold and economise the use of petroleum products and take steps to increase our exports," Singh said. Noting that the rupee has also been hit due to the Current Account Deficit, the Prime Minister assured that the government will take steps to restrict the fiscal deficit. "The Government will do whatever is necessary to contain the fiscal deficit to 4.8 per cent this year," Singh said.

 

Chalo bhai. From today itself stop buying gold and fuel to save this economy. Hurray. Yawwnzz. :|

 

Source


Here's the full text of his speech.

Flipkart Ad Campaigns

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 01:46 AM PDT

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlwcftfHzL0&feature=player_embedded

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Someone please tell me what he says in the end!

Kaun Banega Crorepati Updates

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 01:40 AM PDT

KBC makers on the hot seat, fined Rs 1 cr

New Delhi: Arguably the most successful game show in Indian television Kaun Banega Crorepati was on Thursday adjudged unfair in certain aspects by the National Consumer Commission which imposed a fine of Rs 1 crore on broadcaster Star TV and the sponsor Airtel.

"Star Plus TV and Bharti Airtel Limited are held to have violated the provisions of Consumer Protection Act in conducting the 'Har Seat Hot Seat' (HSHS) contest which was in conjunction with the main television show Kaun Banega Crorepati and thereby adopted unfair trade practice," the Commission presided by Justice M B Shah said.

The Commission, also comprising members Rajyalakshmi Rao and Anupam Dasgupta, held that in 52 episodes of KBC-3 the telecom company and the channel made a profit of Rs 8.12 crore out of the SMSes sent by viewers to participate in the contest.

"Considering the large amount of profit earned and large number of consumers affected, this would be a fit case for imposing punitive damage of Rs 1 crore," it said.

Popular TV game show KBC, hosted by Bollywood superstar Shahrukh Khan between January 22 to April 19, 2007, was sponsored by Airtel.

Indian Premier League 2013 Spot Fixing Fiasco

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 01:28 AM PDT

 

 S Sreesanth and two other players of Rajasthan Royals, Ankeet Chavan and Ajit Chandila, have been arrested by Delhi Police on charges of spot-fixing in IPL. 

 

 

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/ipl/news/S-Sreesanth-and-two-other-Rajasthan-players-arrested-Reports/articleshow/20080711.cms

 



 

Incriminating evidence has been found by Delhi police from tapping the phones of several cricketers and bookies and the process of tapping has been going on for a long time on the suspicion of spot-fixing. 

 

Alliance Kolkata 6mbps speed test

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 01:00 AM PDT

Posted Image Really amazing to see such speeds in Kolkata for the first time :mml::mml::mml: Test done on PACKAGE PREMIUM 1050 UNLIMITED :D NO FUP'S :yahoo::yahoo:

Beam Fiber Broadband launches 50mbps plan for 2499 (6mbps after FUP)

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 12:48 AM PDT

http://beamfiber.com

 

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I had 660 - 3mbps plan.. I used to pay 660 now its 600 :P Now its upgraded to 4 mbps :)

 

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YAY!!

Michael Schumacher News & Updates

Posted: 30 Aug 2013 12:39 AM PDT

Michael Schumacher is starting from second spot to what can be his title winning race of the season. He just need to score 2 points more than Rubens Barrichello. And by god if he gets that (even without winning the 13th race of the season), it would be tremendous achievement. 5th Title in a row... And that too with such a dominating season...

A shufoso like me needs no more! Though I won't mind 2-3 more titles... :D

Get that 7th Championship!

energy saving device !

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 11:38 PM PDT

we used to have some ads for those energy saving object , just plug it in any socket near the electric box and it will make sure less electricity is consumed , it was never from a reputed company , so cannot name any nor i remember .

 

does that shit work , or its a scam ?

ACT Broadband - Fraudulent and Incompetent. PLEASE DO NOT GET ACT!

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 11:33 PM PDT

My ACT story has been painful to say the least.

This has been the timeline (dates might be off by a day or two):

May 21st: I applied for the connection. The sales rep came to my house and collected approximately Rs. 4100/- for their 50mbps plan, 250 GB Plan. I was told I will be getting the connection in the next 7 working days

May 25th-May 29th: I didn't hear anything from ACT. Thus, I called them back. They did not even have my customer ID. The sales representative from Cox Town, had not filed my application. His name is Manju (+919945595541)

May 29th: I repeatedly kept calling Manju (who didn't even answer my calls once after taking the advance), and Customer Service. I kept Manju's number on repeat dial. After 50+ calls, finally he SMSd back saying that he will get his part done. I finally received a text from ACT saying that they received my money. I was given a new date (7 working days more)

June 4th - June 11th: I called up ACT customer service again, since I hadn't heard anything from them. I posted on their FB page, and must have called customer service at least 20 times. (average of 2-3 times daily). Again, nothing! The nodal officers' number doesn't work. Everyday I was given the same answer : In the mornings - "sir, today evening it will be done for sure", and in the evening - "sir, tomorrow morning it will be done for sure"

June 12th: Finally, I could reach Kiran (Nodal officer), who promised the connection would be done in 24 hours (I had also e-mailed Kiran) 
June 13th: I get the connection at my home. 18 working days (24 normal days) after paying the deposit. This is not where the story ends. 

July 2nd: In the night, the connection stops working. 

July 3rd: Early morning I call up CS, file a complain. I am told that the connection will be fixed within 24 business hours

July 4th-July 5th: I hear nothing from ACT at all. I called up CS every day - and I am given the same answer "sir, they are fixing it right away. It will be done in a few hours". On July 5th, I lost patience, and refused to hang up till the guy escalated the call. He escalates the call to Kiran (Nodal officer).  Kiran promises to call back in 10 minutes. In couple of hours, the issue is fixed, and my internet is up and running again. I am told, this will never happen again.

July 6th: Evening: Internet stops working again! 

July 7th: I call up CS. They tell me that the issue will be fixed permanently this time. The issue is resolved later in the day (at around 7 PM)

July 9th (Today): I notice in the morning that my internet is down again. I call up CS again. They tell me that the issue will be resolved today, permanently. I try to reach Kiran, but he is unavailable.

 

Thankfully I didn't disconnect my Airtel 4mbps (I wanted ACT since Airtel doesn't have 16mbps in my area). I will wait for a few days, and if the next 2 weeks I face the same connectivity issues - I will disconnect the line. I will strongly advise people to not go for ACT. 

 

Is this entire company out there to rob us with false claims? 

Suggest desktop for home use

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 11:12 PM PDT

Hi guys ¡ I am trying to buy a desktop for last 2 years with 30,000 rupees in my pocket. But I was confused by my engineer friend,though he was right in his place to go for high end processors (as good resale value). I am still having same money in my pocket today and want a desktop (pre built or assembled ) for basic home use like all types of internet uses ( like filling online forms,paying bills,emails,downloading & printing files),school & college projects & presentations & other basic learning & educational study purposes a medical student might need. I dont need gaming machine ,occasionally some of the family members might use it for watching movies,listening to music on CD ,DVD.If you suggest pre built then which brand & model , and if assembled then what configuration will suit my needs the best. I am from biology field and not very tech savvy so please explain in detail .Also can I get a printer in this budget. I will be very grateful to you as I am fed up of visiting cyber cafes every now & then.

Cheapest deal on Google Nexus 4 in India? (Officially on sale in India now!)

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 10:36 PM PDT

What is the rate of Google Nexus? and how u guys purchase the same from net..?


Samsung Google Nexus S Touchscreen | Samsung Mobile Phones at eBay India

Check the same..? all are almost 25K, except first one and that is old model. so please suggest where to buy the same from online?

How much electrical energy does your house consume ?

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 10:35 PM PDT

This is a vote to find out how much electricity we consume, and how are we doing in terms of our CO2 emissions. The vote is not simple, you will have to make some effort, here is how to calculate your kwh/sqft/year:

 

1. Add all yourl units from your electrical bills of last 12 months. This is your total-Kwh.

2. Find your house's carpet area (carpet-sqft)

 

kwh/sqft/yr = total-kwh/carpet-sqft

 

You will be amazed with the figure that you arrive and where it is on the various green scales. Please do vote once you have the figure, else we wont get a true picture of how we are doing as a community. 

 

The stars does not refer to any consortium, in India we do not yet have a star rating for residences based on electrical consumption, it is only for reference sake. 

Android under 10k

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 10:33 PM PDT

Need suggestions for android under 10k. Requirements would be best screen possible and 1GB ram. Rest all specs like processor,brand can be overlooked If first two requirements are met. 

 

My consideration is Xolo Q800 

 

http://www.flipkart.com/xolo-q800/p/itmdgs2d6srwtw6c

Extremely slow surfing speed on MTNL Broadband

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 10:12 PM PDT

Hey guys, i am facing very slow surfing speeds today after 9 pm, almost every site like mediafire, facebook is opening like it's on some dial up connection. Downloading speed is fine. Tried using both mtnl dns and google dns but same results. Any one having similar issues?

Reliance Mobile 3G Tariffs dropped significantly

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 10:01 PM PDT

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McLaren Formula-1 Team News and Updates

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 09:30 PM PDT

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Kovy stays top at Silverstone

Wednesday, 25 June 2008 17:26

Heikki Kovalainen completed an encouraging second day of testing for McLaren at Silverstone by remaining on top of the times at the end of Wednesday's session.

The Finn, who finished second and 0.3s behind Ferrari rival Felipe Massa on Tuesday, completed 72 laps in the MP4-23 with his best time from the morning session of 1m20.015s remaining unbeaten during the rest of the day.

It was also an impressive day for Toyota, whose strong form from Magny-Cours continues at Silverstone with Jarno Trulli setting the second fastest lap, almost 0.4s back on Kovalainen.
Kovalainen: Weâ??ve made progress - F1 | ITV Sport

Kovalainen: We’ve made progress

Wednesday, 25 June 2008 19:09

Heikki Kovalainen believes McLaren has made a definite step forward in competitiveness at this week’s Silverstone test and is confident the Mercedes-powered team will be able to challenge Ferrari at the British Grand Prix.

The Finn topped the times on Wednesday by 0.4s and declared himself satisfied with the way the car handled on both days.

“I think we’ve made a small step forward,” he told reporters at Silverstone.

“Looking at the runs, I was consistently able to set very competitive times; it wasn’t just one run that we did just to get a time. That is quite encouraging.
Kovalainen: Weâ??ve made progress - F1 | ITV Sport

Sauber News & Updates

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 09:30 PM PDT

Pedro de la Rosa is expected to be announced as Kamui Kobayashi's team-mate at Sauber for 2010.

Swiss newspaper Blick, which has close ties to the Peter Sauber-led team, reported the news is likely to be confirmed soon barring "an earthquake in Hinwil".

Pedro de la Rosa denies Sauber link | Sauber | Formula 1 news, live F1 | ESPN F1

Formula-1 News and Updates

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 09:29 PM PDT

Friends, instead of starting new thread for each news, I thought of opening a separate thread for F1 news. So, here I start...

Standardising Formula One machinery
Five-year FIA cost-culling plan revealed
15/10/08

A British newspaper has revealed the FIA's five-year plan to radically slash costs, with the body's president arguing Formula One has become 'unsustainable'.

The centrepiece of the package, to be discussed with the F1 teams' alliance FOTA next week in Geneva, is the standardisation of expensive car parts that add little to the show.

The London publication The Times claims that Bernie Ecclestone, the Chief Executive of F1's commercial rights holder, backs the Max Mosley-devised plan to 'dramatically' cut costs.

Among the measures is the introduction of a controversial standard engine design for 2010, additional energy recovery systems and fuel-efficient engines for 2013, and many 'common parts' for the chassis.


"We are completely open to new ideas," Mosley, albeit insisting that engines must be made available to small teams at a low cost, said in a letter to the team bosses.

An FIA spokesman said he will not comment prior to the meeting.

F1 : Standardising Formula One machinery - FIA - F1-Live.com

Is it the end of MTNL IPTV ?

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 08:26 PM PDT

I just got a warning message on my IPTV that the IPTV service will be discontinued in near future as the license with content provider was not renewed due to some internal dispute.

 

Is it the end of MTNL IPTV ?

Tikona == Cheaters

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 05:34 PM PDT

Hi,
I had disconnected Tikona wibro services due to their worst service, I had the connection for 1 year. almost 2 months i did not have connection, they cheated almost my 3 months amount.
I had paid all my bills and paid extra amount. they only need to pay me. they get advance amount for 3000 for the further 3 months, it is for forcing the customer to stay for that period before disconnection. for the advance amount they send bill amount which they are forcing me to pay. after paying my bills in the month of march 2013. i have to wait till june for disconnection. which i had done prior to the end date cos i don't want this cheap service guys to be with me any more. they sent acknowledgement for no dues and also for CPE removal.

Please find the same below,
05-aug-2013
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Tikona User Id - 1106902159
FROM TDN Services TO You
From
  TDN Services  
To
  svijay_tnj@yahoo.com
Dear Mr. Selvam,
Greetings from Tikona.
This is with reference to your complaint on termination of your Tikona account.
As per our conversation on 5th August 2013,
We hereby inform that services for your Account ID. 118420867 having Service ID 1106902159 has been terminated on 7/1/2013.
We would like to inform you that the full and final settlement has been concluded, there is no dues are pending against your account.
Please feel free to provide us any feedback on http://forum.tikona.in regarding our service.
Regards,
Tikona Care.
==========================================================================
29-aug-2013
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From
  Legalcolls  
To
  svijay_tnj@yahoo.com
DEMAND NOTICE FOR YOUR TIKONA SERVICE
  Date: 28TH August' 2013
VIJAY S   
Sub: Your Tikona Service ID  No  1106902159  & Billing Account Number 118420867
Dear Customer,
We wish to draw your kind attention to the following facts :
  That Tikona Digital Networks Pvt. Limited is a body corporate duly registered under the Companies Act, 1956, and in business of providing Internet services.
  That you have subscribed the internet Services being provided by us on the terms and conditions as laid down in the subscriber registration Form (SRF) which was duly read acknowledged and signed by you
  That in lieu of the internet services availed under this agreement and the devices provided to you, we have from time to time sent you bills for the same.
  In view of the non-payment of the bills, you have also been reminded through telephone calls and SMS messages to make payment of the bills sent to you. However, in spite of several such demands and reminders, you have
failed and neglected to pay the amounts of outstanding bills aggregating to Rs. 2367. In accordance with the terms and conditions of the SRF, you were under an obligation inter-alia to make payment of periodic bills raised upon
you in respect of services availed by you. However, in spite of the receipt of Statement of Usage from us, you have grossly failed to make said payments.
  As per our computerized billing records you have used services up to .with your Last Session ending 6/22/2013. Your Outstanding amount upto the Last Usage Date is Rs. 2367considering applicable Charges only up to
6/22/2013.
  We will consider waiver of Rs 280.  on your total Outstanding Rs. 2367, provided you make Payment of Rs. 2087 within 3 days of receipt of this letter
  In addition to above , you shall be required to pay Rs. 1500 in case you fail to return Modem along with all accessories to our authorized representative .
Please refer to Para 23 of Terms and conditions of the subscription, an extract is appended below
"In case of service discontinuation, the subscriber shall compulsorily return all the modems in working condition. In the event of subscriber not being able to deliver the modem to the company, for reasons attributable to their
action/account, the modems would be assumed to be permanently undeliverable to any person including the company.  In such an event, including a case where the modems are delivered by the subscriber in non-working
conditions, the company would charge the subscriber  1500 per modem not returned or returned in non-working conditions towards penalty/damages for breach of the terms of service. This is applicable for all plans.
Please note that the Modem provided by Tikona and installed in your premises is a wireless transmitter imported by the company under a license issued by WPC wing, Department of Telecom, Government of India. Possession of
such equipment, under your ostensible charge, is prohibited under THE INDIAN WIRELESS TELEGRAPHY ACT 1933 ACT XVII OF 1933.
  You are requested to make immediate payment of  Rs. 2087 and give you this notice, that if you fail to pay, the aforesaid sum thereon within 3 days we shall have no option, but to adopt appropriate recovery proceedings,
inclusive of legal proceedings criminal as well as civil, against you at your entire risk as to costs and consequences.
  You can pay by Cheque / Demand Draft / Online by multiple ways, log on to http://www.tikona.in/bill-payment to  choose the best option.
  You can write to us at our address given below or e-mail to legalcolls@tikona.in or call at  9873253424 ,  9873239807  and  9899525319 - CHETAN SHARMA after making requisite payment.
NOTE:- PLEASE CONSIDER ABOVE NOTE TO AVOID ANY FURTHER ACTION ON SAME.
Yours Sincerely   
(Authorised Signatory)
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It is evident from the above that they try to create nuisance for their ex-customers even after proper process of disconnection.

Cheapest deal on Micromax Canvas 4 in India?

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 05:06 PM PDT

Ashes 2013 . T20Is &#38; ODIs

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 03:08 PM PDT

http://www.espncricinfo.com/the-ashes-2013/content/current/story/644797.html

 

 

Mickey Arthur has been sacked as Australia's head coach less than three weeks before the start of the Ashes. Cricket Australia is yet to officially announce the decision but the chief executive James Sutherland and general manager of team performance Pat Howard are due to hold a press conference in Bristol on Monday morning (UK time) to confirm the move.

Darren Lehmann, the successful Queensland coach, is considered a leading contender to replace Arthur at short notice. Lehmann is in England having just finished a tour as mentor of the Australia A outfit and has won rave reviews for the tough and somewhat old-school approach he has taken with Queensland since he was appointed in 2011.

But whatever the case, the axing of Arthur has left the Australian camp in a shambles on the eve of the Ashes campaign. The squad was due to meet in Taunton on Monday ahead of their first tour game against Somerset, with some of the players having been part of the Australia A squad, some having been playing in the Champions Trophy and others having been warming up in county cricket.


Surprising move just ahead of the Ashes...

Grand Theft Auto V

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 02:18 PM PDT

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Digg Reader for Android

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 02:03 PM PDT

Digg Reader for Android has been released.

 

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◆ Introducing Digg Reader for Android! A fast, clean, and simple real-time reading app.

◆ Find and follow your favorite online publishers, writers, and bloggers. 
◆ Organize RSS feeds and other sources via folders. Quickly sort to see the most popular items across the social Internet.
◆ Digg your favorite stories and share them via Facebook, Twitter, Google Plus, Tumblr, LinkedIn, email, and text.
◆ Save stories to read later on Digg, Instapaper, and Pocket.

Facebook Home for Google Android

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 01:54 PM PDT

Could be an April 1 prank. Could be not. 

 

http://goo.gl/OSoGs

 

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Facebook for Android Updates

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 01:53 PM PDT

Foursquare for Windows 8/Windows RT

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 01:38 PM PDT

Pressy - a hardware button for Android phones

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 01:34 PM PDT

I just checked out their page seems pretty interesting... 

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/556341540/pressy-the-almighty-android-button?ref=category

 

any body interested or is it too simple and can be ignored?? 

AVENGERS: AGE OF ULTRON

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 01:28 PM PDT

Disney chief Bob Iger announced during an earnings call with analysts that Joss Whedon will write and direct "The Avengers 2" and develop a live action Marvel-themed TV show for ABC.


Joss Whedon will return for 'Avengers' sequel - Entertainment News, Film News, Media - Variety

Skype for Windows Phone 8

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 01:04 PM PDT

Skype for Windows Phone 8 announced

Announced. Not launched yet.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=xAEdMI2ZE88

Speedway 1 and Speedway 512

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 12:12 PM PDT

Anyone using this plan please post reviews how much speed you get as well as connection stability. Does it disconnect a lot or something? Since it being prepaid can't trust blindly need fellow members reviews only then I'll shifted from Tikonna to Hathway.

 

thanks

Blackberry Messenger Updates

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 11:45 AM PDT

I want to activate BBM on ma blackberry.just was confused on wat carrier to choose so that i get bbm activated on ma cell ,and unlimted interenet.....and which has the value for money,the best network and cheap plan...
the options are VODAFONE,AIRTEL,TATA DOCOMO,LOOP...or any else if u have
i am in MUMBAI
please help me itz urgent
thanks

Sony Xperia ion

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 11:43 AM PDT

Sony Ericsson Xperia Ion hands-on photos and video | The Verge

It's running Android 2.3.7 with Sony Ericsson's custom skin on top, which is relatively lighter than it has been in years past, limited to a custom app launcher and the ability to pinch the homescreen to view all your widgets.

The 4.6-inch, 720p display is nothing to sniff at, and around back there is a 12-megapixel Exmor R camera.


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Problems with Reliance Broadband Thunder Plans

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 11:00 AM PDT

Just a poll to see the ratio of happy and sad customers. 

 

 

Champions League T20 discussion thread - 2013

Posted: 29 Aug 2013 10:47 AM PDT

http://www.espncricinfo.com/champions-league-twenty20-2013/content/current/story/665813.html

 

 

 

Players who qualify for two teams

Quinton de Kock (SA) - Sunrisers Hyderabad/ Highveld Lions
Chris Lynn (Aus) - Sunrisers Hyderabad/ Brisbane Heat
Michael Hussey (Aus) - Chennai Super Kings/ Perth Scorchers
Nathan McCullum (NZ) - Sunrisers Hyderabad/ Otago Volts
Dwayne Bravo (WI) - Chennai Super Kings/ Trinidad & Tobago
Chris Morris (SA) - Chennai Super Kings/ Highveld Lions
Albie Morkel (SA) - Chennai Super Kings/ Titans
Nathan Coulter-Nile (Aus) - Mumbai Indians/ Perth Scorchers
Kieron Pollard (WI) - Mumbai Indians/ Trinidad & Tobago
Samuel Badree (WI) - Rajasthan Royals/ Trinidad & Tobago
Kevon Cooper (WI) - Rajasthan Royals/ Trinidad & Tobago
Brad Hogg (Aus) - Rajasthan Royals/ Perth Scorchers
Kumar Sangakkara (SL) - Sunrisers Hyderabad/ Kandurata Maroons
Nuwan Kulasekara (SL) - Chennai Super Kings/ Kandurata Maroons

 

 

Kumar Sangakkara will have to choose between playing for Kandurata Maroons and Sunrisers Hyderabad in the upcoming Champions League T20 in India, after Sri Lanka Cricket have expressed a strong desire for him to represent Kandurata in the tournament. SLC has gone as far as seeking legal counsel on whether they can ask Sangakkara to play for Kandurata, even if it will effectively cost both Sangakkara and the board significant sums of money if he plays for his local team.

 

Also Malinga has ruled himself out of CL-T20