According to Indian folklore, Delhi was the site of the magnificent and opulent Indraprastha, capital of the Pandavas in the Indian epic Mahabharata, founded around 2500 BC. Hindu texts state that the city of Delhi used to be referred to in Sanskrit as Hastinapur, which means "elephant-city". A village called Indraprast existed in Delhi until the beginning of the 19th century. The British demolished the ancient village to make way for the construction of New Delhi in the late 19th century.

The name Delhi may be derived from the word 'Dhillika', though there are other theories. Raja Dhilu (King Dihlu) founded ancient Delhi in 800 BC It was the name of the first medieval township of Delhi, located on the southwestern border of the present Delhi, in Mehrauli. This was the first in the series of seven medieval cities. It is also known as Yoginipura, that is, the fortress of the yoginis (female divinities). It gained importance during the time of Ananga Pala Tomar. In the 12th century, the city was included in the dominions of Prithviraj Chauhan.

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Where do you download music from? give me some best sites to download?

Asked by Aryan Gusain in Computers & Technology at 10:11 AM on July 18, 2008

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www.cooltoad.com & www.musicdesi.com is the best sites for downloading music.

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what is the actual cause for manmohan now facing confidence motio in the house of parliment?

Asked by bramham in Delhi at 4:46 PM on July 22, 2008

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After four years of loyal support for the Congress Party-led United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government, the four-party Left Front political alliance led by the Stalinist Communist Party of India (Marxist), CPI(M), has withdrawn its parliamentary backing from the UPA.
The Left Front formally submitted a letter of withdrawal to President Pratibha Patil on Wednesday, July 9 and requested that she direct the UPA government to seek a vote of confidence in the parliament. The coalition has now been reduced to a minority government without the support of the 59 members of parliament (MPs) belonging to the four constituent parties of the Left Front.

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What are the symptoms of depression

Asked by MANISH in Delhi at 9:07 AM on July 18, 2008

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There’s a vast difference between “feeling depressed” and suffering from clinical depression. The despondency of clinical depression is unrelenting and overwhelming. Some people describe it as “living in a black hole” or having a feeling of impending doom. They can't escape their unhappiness and despair. However, some people with depression don't feel sad at all. Instead, they feel lifeless and empty. In this apathetic state, they are unable to experience pleasure. Even when participating in activities they used to enjoy, they feel as if they're just going through the motions. The signs and symptoms vary from person to person, and they may wax and wane in severity over time.

Depression Signs and Symptoms :

Feelings of helplessness and hopelessness : A bleak outlook—nothing will ever get better and there’s nothing you can do to improve your situation.

Loss of interest in dailly activities : No interest in or ability to enjoy former hobbies, pastimes, social activities, or sex.

Appetite or weight changes : Significant weight loss or weight gain—a change of more than 5% of body weight in a month.

Sleep changes : Either insomnia or oversleeping (also known as hypersomnia).

Psychomotor agitation or retardation : Either feeling “keyed up” and restless or sluggish and physically slowed down.

Loss of energy : Feeling fatigued and physically drained. Even small tasks are exhausting or take longer.

Self-loathing : Strong feelings of worthlessness or guilt. Harsh criticism of perceived faults and mistakes.

Concentration problems : Trouble focusing, making decisions, or remembering things.

Irritability : Easily annoyed or frustrated. Lashing out in anger or snapping at others.

Aches and pains : New or worse physical symptoms, including headaches, backaches, diarrhea or constipation, abdominal pain, and aching joints.

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