Letter to Company: Claiming the Undelivered Product.

Dear (Name of Customer Service Representative): I would like to call to your attention a service discrepancy. On (date), I ordered a (Type of product) from your company.  I also (enclosed a check/charged my credit card account) for (amount).  It was my understanding that I would receive the  (Type of product) within (length of time). It is now (date), and I have not received the  (Type of product).  But my records show that you (cancelled my check/charged my account) on (date), and I have enclosed a copy...

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Letter to Company: Damaged/Defective Item.

Dear (Name of Customer Service Representative): On (Date) I ordered a (Type of Product) from your company.  I received the product today, and was extremely disappointed to find that it was (Damaged/Defective).  (Describe the Damage/Defective.) In accordance with your guarantee, I am returning the item.  I look forward to receiving a replacement (type of product) within (number) (days/weeks). Thank you for your prompt attention. Sincerely, (Your...

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Letter to Company: Claiming a Repair for a Product under Warranty.

How to write a letter Claiming a Repair for a Product under Warranty? Dear (Name of Customer Service Representative): Enclosed please find a (Type of product), which I purchased on (Date).  I understand that your company provides a warranty for this product for (Length of time), and I am requesting that you repair it under the provisions of this warranty. You will find that the product show no signs of mistreatment, not have I attempted to repair it myself.  If the product cannot be repaired, please replace it, or credit me...

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Letter to Insurance Company: Policy Cancellation

Dear (Name of Insurance Company customer service representative/ Agent/ Broker): This letter is to hereby notify you of my intent to cancel my (Health/ Life/ Auto/ Fire, etc) policy with (Name of Insurance Company), effective (date). Since signing the policy agreement on (date), I have reevaluated my coverage, and decided that it is not sufficient for my needs.  Specifically, I have found that (the rates are too high/ other customers have expressed concerns about your ability to process settlements fairly etc.), and I believe I can find...

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Letter to Insurance Company: Changing Your Beneficiary.

Dear (Name of Insurance Agent): As of (date), I would like to change (the/some of the) (Beneficiary/Beneficiaries) on my life insurance policy.  My policy number is (Number). Presently, (name(s) (is/are)) listed as my (Beneficiary/Beneficiaries).  I would like (him/her/them) to be replaced with (name(s) of new beneficiary/beneficiaries).  All of the other information, such as amount and disbursement instructions, should remain unchanged.  Thank you for your assistance. Sincerely. (Your Na...

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Letter to Politician: To Fix Pothole in your Locality.

Dear (Name of Politician), I am writing to you about my concern for the safety of the motorists and cyclists who traverse (Name of street) in (Name of city) on a daily basis.  There are several potholes on this street that are in desperate need of repair, so much so that they have become a serious safety hazard. I have enclosed a copy of a petition signed by (Number) residents in this area, all of whom feel just as strongly about repairing these obstacles as I do. I understand that the city's budget is tight, but public safety should be...

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Letter to Politician: To support an Issue.

Dear (Name of Politician), The purpose of this letter is to voice my support of (Describe issue).  I know that it is currently under a great deal of scrutiny, and if certain politicians have their way, it could be dealt a sever - if not fatal (financial/constitutional/political) blow. (Describe the situation, and you position/suggestion for resolving it.) I implore you to use your voice in Congress to do anything and everything you can...

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Letter: Resignation and requesting Recommendation

Dear (Name of Supervisor): Please consider this letter as official notice of my intention to resign my position as (Title) from (Name of Company), effective (date). I do wish to assure you that my reasons for resigning are entirely personal, and not meant to case aspersions on the company in any way.  I have enjoyed my experience here, and I have broadened and sharpened my skills as a result.  I have also appreciated the opportunity to work with a talented group of people. I wish all of you and (Name of company)...

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Letter to Manager, Asking for a Raise.

Dear (Name of Supervisor): As you know, it has been (Length of time) since my last favorable review.  Since then, I have  continues to prove my value to (Name of Company) in a variety of ways: (Describe positive Contributions).  I appreciate your noticing these contributions, and now I wish to respectfully request consideration for a salary increase. I enjoy my job very much, and I look forward to continuing my contributions, and perhaps increasing my value to the company.  However, with the cost of living continuing...

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Letter asking for Maternity Leave.

Dear (Name of Supervisor): As you know, I am expecting a child soon; therfore, I am requesting a maternity leave of absence for (Length of time), which will begin on (date).  I am enclosing a copy of my doctor's report for your files.  I anticipate leaving on (date) and returning on (date). If you have any concerns, I will be happy to meet with you to discuss them.  I also understand that it may be necessary for me to train a replacement employee to cover my responsibilities while I am away, and I am happy to do so. Thank you...

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Letter: Accepting a New Job.

Dear (Name of Hiring Supervisor): Thank you for your letter of (date), offering me the position of (title). I am proud to accept your offer, and I have enclosed a signed copy of the accompanying contract, which reflects a few minor provisions.  If there are any problems with these provisions, please call me directly at (Telephone number), and I will be happy to work them out with you. Otherwise, as I mentioned during our last interview, I will arrive in (name of the city) on (date), and I will report to you on the morning of (date).  I...

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Letter to Bank: Requesting a Loan.

Dear (Name of Bank Manager/ Loan Officer): Thank you for spending the time discussing my interest in obtaining a (Type of Loan) loan from your financial institution on (date).  To that end, I have enclosed a completed application.  As you may recall, I am planning to use the loan for (Buying a new car / starting a new business/ Purchasing a new home, etc.) If it would be helpful to prove you with any additional information, please do not hesitate to call me at (Telephone/Mobile Number). Thank you for your prompt attention to this...

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Letter to Bank: Requesting to Increase the Credit Limit.

How to write to the bank to increase the credit limit of your account. Dear (name of customer service representative/ Branch Manager): I have been a (Card Holder/store credit customer) for (number) years now, and I believe my credit standing with you is in fine order.  My overall credit rating is also excellent. My current credit limit is (amount), as it has been for (length of time).  However, in light of the above, I am requesting that you raise my limit to (amount). Along with my good credit history, my current financial...

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Letter to Bank: If Cheque/ Check is Not Credited to Account.

This is how one of the simplest way to write a letter to the bank representatives when your cheque when deposited/issued not reflected in your account statement. Dear (name of customer service representative/ Branch Manager): On (date), I sent a check in the amount of (amount) to you.  However, in my most recent statement, dated (date), my payment is not reflected. Enclosed please find a copy of my cancelled check, which you deposited on  (date). Please credit my account (account number), in the amount of (amount)....

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Letter to Bank: Closing Credit Card Account

Dear (name of customer service representative/ Branch Manager): Please close my Credit Account, [Account no]. I have enclosed my credit cards and a check for (amount) to cover what I understand to be the outstanding balance. I have contacted your accounting department repeatedly about (inaccuracies/ discrepancies) on my account, but my statements still do not reflect an adequate correction of the problem.  I cannot afford to continue doing business amid this confusion, as I am concerned that it could have a negative effect...

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Letter to Bank: Closing Bank Account

How to write a letter to Bank, requesting to close the bank account because of poor service experienced by you. Dear (name of customer service representative/ Branch Manager): Please close my (type of account) account [Account no], effective immediately.  After complaining repeatedly about inaccuracies and discrepancies on my statements and receiving little or no response, I have no choice but to take my banking elsewhere. I understand that the current balance on my (type of account) account is (amount).  Please send a...

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National Current Affairs - 2010

List of Major National Current Affairs in India during the the year 2010. Click on the links to view the complete details about the story. Lok Sabha Adopts Bill to Protect Monuments Anti-Hijacking Law is strengthened as Cabinet Nod for Death Penalty for Hijackers. Cabinet Clears Three Education Reform Bills India Carries out Successful Vertical Launch of BrahMos Right to Education Act(RTE) passed. Women's Reservation Bill Passed in the Rajya Sabha. Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin Visit to India. Dhanush, Prithvi-II Test-fired Successfully. May...

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Allahabad High Court Verdict on Ayodhya.

Allahabad High Court Verdict on Ayodhya.The Bench which delivered the much-awaited verdict consisted of Justice Dharam Vir Sharma, Justice S. U. Khan and Justice Sudhir Agrawal. Sixty years after the matter first went into litigation Lucknow Bench of the High Court of Allahabad ruled in a majority judgement on September 30, 2010 that the disputed land in Ayodhya where the Babri Masjid stood until it was demolished in 1992 shall be divided into three...

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Highlights of the Inauguration of 19th Commonwealth Games

Highlights of the Inauguration of 19th Commonwealth GamesIndian wrestler Shushil Kumar handed the Queen’s Baton to Britain’s Prince Charles during the opening ceremony.The Queen’s Baton had travelled more than one lakh seventy thousand kilometres across all the nations and territories which compose the Commonwealth.The ceremony showcased India’s  rich and pluralistic culture. The Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium  turned into a fortress with the...

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Verdict on Bhopal Gas Leak Case. A recap on Bhopal Gas Tragedy

After 26 years a Verdict on Bhopal Gas Leak Case comes. At long last a court in Bhopal on June 7, 2010 announced its verdict and convicted all the eight accused, including the former Chairman of Union Carbide, Keshub Mahindra, in the much-vexed Bhopal gas tragedy case and awarded them a maximum of two years’ imprisonment. They were later released on bail. The verdict came 26 years after the tragedy on the night of December 2-3, 1984, which ravaged...

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Air Crash at Mangalore Airport

Air India Express Flight IX-812 from Dubai with 160 passengers and six crew members on board overshot the table-top runway at the Mangalore airport on May 22, 2010 and plunged over cliff into a wooded valley where it burst into flames. One hundred and fifty-eight persons were killed. Luckily for them eight persons survived...

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N-Capable Agni-II Test-fired Successfully

About Agni:The 20-metre long Agni-II is a two stage, solid-propelled ballistic missile.It has a launch weight of 17 tonnes and can carry a payload of 1000 kg over a distance of 2,000 kg.Was developed by Advanced Systems Laboratory along with other DRDO laboratories and integrated by the Bharat Dynamics Limited, Hyderabad. ...

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Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin Visit to India.

Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin Visit to India. ·         India and Russia identify new areas for partnership.·         Agreements sealed in defence and strategic spheres including civil nuclear sphere.·         This is Putin’s fifth visit to India, perhaps the maximum ever by a top Kremlin leader Giving a boost to their ties...

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Women's Reservation Bill Passed in the Rajya Sabha.

Image via Wikipedia Women's Reservation Bill Passed in the Rajya Sabha. The Rajya Sabha on March 9, 2010 took a ‘historic and giant step’ by voting (191 for and 1 against) to amend the Constitution, providing one third reservation of seats in Parliament and State Assemblies for women. The Bill has to be passed by the Lok Sabha and ratified by 50 per cent of the States before it comes into effect.Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh who was present through...

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Right to Education Act, 2010.

April 1, 2010, Education becomes a Fundamental RightOn April 1, 2010 India joined a group of a few countries in the world, with a historic law making education a fundamental right of every child coming into force. Making elementary education an entitlement for children in the 6–14 age group, the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 will directly benefit close to one crore children who do not go to school at present. As per...

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India Carries out Successful Vertical Launch of BrahMos

Image via Wikipedia India Carries out Successful Vertical Launch of BrahMos BrahMos, the supersonic cruise missile, was successfully launched vertically from Naval destroyer INS Ranvir of March 21, 2010. This is the 22nd launch of BrahMos, which has already been inducted into the Army and the Navy. It has been jointly developed by India and Russia (BrahMos formed from Brahmaputra and Moskva River).   The missile is nine metres long...

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Education Reform Bills Passed in India.

Three Education Reform Bills Passed.On March 19, 2010 cleared the Prohibition of Unfair Practices in Technical, Medical Educational Institutions and Universities Bill 2010, that seeks to make capitation fee a cognizable offence. First Bill: Prohibition of Unfair Practices Bill charging of capitation fee or failure to keep promises of quality education could attract a prison term of up to three years or fine up to Rs. 50 lakh for the institute. As...

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Anti-Hijacking Law is strengthened as Cabinet Nod for Death Penalty for Hijackers.

Anti-Hijacking Law is strengthened as Cabinet Nod for Death Penalty for Hijackers. Central government on March 19, 2010 cleared proposals to make the anti-hijacking law more stringent by including death sentence as a punishment. The Union Cabinet approved a proposal of the civilAviation ministry to amend the Anti-hijacking Act of 1982. After UPA-II took over, a new GoM; headed by Home Minister P.Chidambaram, gave the final shape to the proposals. Proposed...

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Personal Letter along with Marriage Invitation Card.

More often one will think how it feels when people are not invited to the marriage personally? And it wont convince the recipient in attending the marriage as they feel they are ignored.  So always those who are not invited personally should be sent a personal short message which will convince them.  This is how a short personal letter along with the marriage invitation card should be written and sent. Dear Mr.(Name) and Mrs.(Name), We are very happy to inform you that the marriage of our son/daughter (Name) with (Bride/Groom...

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Business Letter Format, Guidelines, Salutation, Closing the letter with Explanation.

Often one get a doubt how to write a Business Letter, what guidelines to follow? How the format should be? How the letter should be started and ended? What should be the opening salutation? What all can be put in the body of the letter?  For all questions, here is the answer. FORMAT: Return Address Today's Date Name of recipient Recipient's Title Name of company, organisation, or institution Street address or post office box City, State, Zip Code. Opening Salutation: Body of Letter: Conclusion Closing...

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