While sources said the purpose of the meeting was to devise a joint strategy in Parliament, it assumes importance as it comes in the backdrop of Mamata's all-out bid to attract non-Congress parties.
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LIC lists lower, analysts bat for long term
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Indices recover from lows; Sensex, Nifty gain over 2.5%
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Did Soren route money via bizmen?
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OUR ABORTION STORIES
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More Debt Ceiling Drama
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