Nokia N8 with rich features to hit shelves soon

NOKIA's LATEST entertainment smartphone, the highly anticipated Nokia N8 with Ovi services, has gained enough coverage and the first set of shipping rolled out to hit the markets. In this process, the customers who have placed a pre-order for the Nokia N8 through Nokia Online Shops and Nokia retail stores will be the first to receive their Nokia N8. The supply will vary by country and by operator, with broad availability in the coming weeks.

With the N8, and the new Symbian software, Nokia brings a familiar, faster and more intuitive user experience to the world's most popular smartphone platform. It is the first of Nokia's new Symbian smartphone range.

The first of a series of smartphones based on the new Symbian, the Nokia N8 is fast and easy to use and supports true multitasking, allowing users to run multiple applications simultaneously and switch between them easily. Dubbed the world's best camera phone, the Nokia N8 lets you take the highest quality photos and shoot HD-quality videos in supreme clarity with the 12MP camera with Carl Zeiss optics.

Editing photos and videos on-screen and choose from multiple ways to share them; transfer large files to an external hard-drive with USB-on-the-go, or direct mobile uploads to social networks like Facebook, Twitter or RenRen straight from the home screen are amongst the many features a person will be able to enjoy with the new Nokia N8.

The Nokia N8 stands tall when it comes to entertainment. Its WebTV applications from channels like E! Entertainment, National Geographic and CNN and the intuitive music player inject an element of fun into idle moments. Plug the device to the home entertainment center to watch HD-quality videos from the big screen with full Dolby Digital Plus Surround Sound.

The latest version of Ovi Store, available first on the Nokia N8, gives easy access to more applications - from social networking services like Foursquare to games like Need for Speed Shift and many other productivity generating domains as per the location.

Like other Nokia smartphones, the Nokia N8 comes with free Ovi Maps walk & drive navigation in more than 70 countries worldwide, with no hidden costs.

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PM says India delighted to host Commonwealth Games

WELCOMING All all to Delhi Commonwealth Games, the Prime Minister Dr Manmohan in welcome address at the inaguration ceremony on Sunday, said that people of India are delighted to host the Nineteenth Commonwealth Games in the historic city of Delhi.

"It is a proud moment for all our countrymen. I convey my warm greetings to each member of this august gathering of the Commonwealth sporting fraternity", the Prime Minister said, adding "I invite all our guests – who have come from every corner of the world – to enjoy our hospitality, to enjoy the Games and to enjoy the incredible sights and sounds of India.".  
He further said that over the next two weeks, the participants and the nation will celebrate and honour sporting excellence on the playing fields, adding we will see contests of human skill and endurance but above all of courage and character.
The Games are an occasion to uphold and renew the essential spirit of the Commonwealth that seeks to promote peace, equality and friendship among all people and nations, added Dr Manmohan Singh.
It is participation and sportsmanship, more than winning or losing, which will strengthen the cherished ties of goodwill and understanding that unite us as one family, he remarked.

World excited on the gala opening Ceremony of Commonwealth Games 2010

IT WAS completely India’s Day. India proved Commonwealth detractors wrong by showcasing its capacity for hosting a mega event. The much awaited gala inaugural of the Commonwealth Games took place in nation’s capital on 3 October, 2010 at 7 pm with all roads leading to Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

More than one lakh security personnel were guarding New Delhi during the biggest-ever Commonwealth Games that drew nearly 7,000 athletes and team officials from around the world and Delhi looked like a virtual security fortress with markets and commercial establishments closed for the day.

Around 80,000 policemen and 20,000 paramilitary troops, 1,500 elite commandos and snipers, 100 anti-sabotage teams and 15 bomb disposal squads were deployed for duty for the biggest sports event India has hosted since the 1982 Asian Games. The whole of Delhi was in a security blanket and looked bullet proof from all sides.

Military helicopters hovered over the Nehru Stadium and the athletes' village which houses visitors from 71 countries and territories that form the Commonwealth community. It was multi-layered and multi dimensional security arrangement for all. Indian authorities had taken unprecedented security measures due to fears of possible terrorist attacks and following statements from participating countries including Australia which said the Games could be a target for terrorists.

Former President Dr A.P.J Abdul Kalam, President Pratibha Patil, Prince Charles and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh witnessed the three hour ceremony with various dignitaries from the participating countries present there. This is the first time the Games are being opened by two dignitaries as part of a compromise pact between the hosts and the Commonwealth Games Federation. In another first for the Games, the athletes walked with their respective countries' contingents and took their seats alongside guests.

The Aerostat, a helium balloon and one of star attractions lifted off after a pyrotechnical display of fireworks that followed the playing of the national anthem. After the first segment of the opening ceremony that lasted for 12 minutes, singer Hariharan sang Swagatam (Welcome all) along with students from different schools of Delhi, who showcased the art of mehndi (henna) painting white sheets with it to exhibit hands full of artistic designs.

The performance was followed by the march past as the 6,700 athletes from the 71 countries made their entry into the stadium. They were led by ladies showcasing 71 Indian dresses, a sight itself to watch. The Pakistani and Sri Lankans contingent were greeted with a huge cheer. But as expected, the whole 60,000-strong crowd and the dignitaries gave the host contingent a standing ovation as they were led in by Olympic Gold medalist Abhinav Bindra.

Boxer Vijender Singh entered with Queen’s Baton in stadium and in last lap, Sushil Kumar handed it over to Prince Charles who read the message of Queen. Ace shooter Abhinav Bindra took oath on behalf of athletes which was followed by flag hosting ceremony. There were another six segments Tree of Knowledge ,Yoga, Great Indian Journey and Oscar winning composer A.R. Rahman's rendition of the CWG anthem 'Jiyo Utho Badho Jeeto' during three-hour long ceremony.The  ceremony concluded around 11 PM.

Department of Posts launches third set of stamps on CWG 2010

POST A spectacular opening ceremony at the XIX Commonwealth Games in New Delhi, the Indian postal department walked an extra mile to commemorate the event. The Department of Posts released a third set of stamps on tennis, archery, hockey and athletics. The stamp release ceremony was attended by Lt General (Retd) Ashok Kapur ADG (Games Village) and other high ranking officials from the postal department.

Since such stamps commemorate a good event and are printed only in limited quantities, for the third set 4 lakh stamps were printed and issued. Apart from this, the Delhi Postal Circle has issued one Special Cover to commemorate the arrival Of Queen’s Baton in Delhi and very soon two picture post cards will also be issued by Department Of Posts on Commonwealth Games 2010.

The other set of stamps commemorate the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and the Talkatora Stadium. The Philatelic Sales Counters of these Post Offices are a major hit as a range of beautiful designed stamps (featuring the flora and fauna, sports, art & culture, famous personalities etc.), Philatelic Books and Special Covers have already been put out for sale.

For the convenience of the visitors and delegates from participating countries, the Department of Posts has established two Post Offices i.e. CWG Village and Main Press Centre, Pragati Maidan.

Commonwealth Games kick off amidst much fanfare

THE COMMONWEALTH Games kicked off on Sunday amidst much fanfare with Prince Charles and President Pratibha Patil declaring the games open at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Delhi.

The games got off to a colourful start with millions of people watching the opening ceremony across the globe. Indian traditional music, dance and culture formed the chief attraction of the opening ceremony, which witnessed top leaders and politicians of the country attending the event.

The programme commenced with Indian national anthem, which was followed by Rhythm of India, an electrifying opening act.

A major attraction was Helium Aerostat which was the centre of attraction of the event. Hundreds of drummer filled the air with captivating music, who were followed by schoolchildren singing Su Swagatam to welcome the games visitors.

The school children also formed a namaste in the stadium ground and displayed rhythmic movements. After the welcome ceremony was over, athletes from  participating countries marched into the stadium.

To ensure that no untoward incident takes place, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium was turned into a fortress with thousands of security personnel fanned in and around the venue to ensure that opening ceremony of the 19^th Commonwealth Games goes off without a hitch.

There were numerous check points on way to the stadium with gun-toting police men manning the nakas. Vehicles were kept away from the stadium to negate any threat to the thousands of spectators and VVIPs at the Jawaharlal Nehru stadium.

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Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony,artist performance details

The opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games 2010 will start at 7 PM on Sunday, October 3 at Jawaharlal Nehru stadium in New Delhi.Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony will last for two hours 20 minutes and will showcase 5,000 years of Indian history.

About 7,000 athletes and officials from 71 countries and territories are participating in the Commonwealth Games 2010. The highlight of the Opening Ceremony evening will involve a huge helium balloon floating above the stadium and the 60,000 spectators cheering the players from across the world. Country's first Olympic gold medalist in the individual category, Abhinav Bindra, will bring the Queen's Baton to the opening ceremony of Commonwealth Games at the Jawaharlal Nehru stadium.

According to sources, the Queen's baton will be received by Prince Charles and he will read out the Queen's baton message at Opening Ceremony, whereas, the President of India, Pratibha Patil will announce the opening of the Commonwealth Games.

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