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Write your review: 'The Hunger Games'

Masand says 'The Hunger Games' is a thrilling reality show. What do you think? Write your own review and win prizes. 

In which sport will India win the maximum number of medals in the Asian Games?

After their success in the last month's Commonwealth Games, Indian athletes are now bracing up for the tougher challenge in the mega event starting from Nov 12. 

Asian Games 2010

Asian Games 2010 to be held in Guangzhou from November 12 to 27. 

CWG mess: Can the CBI get to the bottom of the corruption?

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has stepped in to probe into the alleged cases of corruption and will investigate 20 cases of specific complaints. A team from the anti-corruption branch of the CBI visited the Organising Committee office on Tuesday and took over all documents related to the Queens baton relay transactions. Do you think the CBI can get to the bottom of the corruption? Or will this become another long-winding case?  

Why did Dani Samuels ask for the revenge match in the first place. Is it in keeping with the spirit of sportsmanship?

World Discus champion Dani Samuels has challenged CWG gold medalist Krishna Poonia to a USD 20,000 winner-takes-all match after Poonia said the Aussie refused to come for the Games because of her poor form. 

What did you think of the Commonwealth Games?

A dazzling laser show and a musical extravaganza on Thursday night marked the finale of the Commonwealth Games, the biggest sporting event hosted by India.  

Does the CWG success really make India a global sporting power?

India's medal rush at the XIX Commonwealth Games has raised the bar. It has also raised the hope for more success. Does the CWG success really make India a global sporting power? 

Thin attendance at CWG: Why are there no spectators?

After a glitzy start, the Commonwealth Games (CWG) organisers now face a new challenge - that of getting viewers to watch the events. CWG Federation chief Mike Fennell, meanwhile, has voiced concerns about the thin attendance at the sporting venues. Why do you think the spectators are missing? 

Thumbs up for CWG opening ceremony: Is traditional Indian culture the best way to showcase brand India?

Today at 10 pm on Face The Nation, Sagarika Ghose asks a panel of experts whether traditional Indian culture is the best way to showcase brand India. 

How good was the CWG opening ceremony?

A grand opening ceremony marked the start of The XIX Commonwealth Games at the Jawaharlal Nehru stadium in the national capital on Sunday.  

Should the private sector have been asked to organise the CWG in India?

The Commonwealth Games in Delhi is being held from October 3-14. But the preparations for the Games have been marred by charges of corruption, missed deadlines, and threats of pull out by participating countries. Do you think the private sector could have done a better job? 

Do you think international athletes are being unfair by pulling out of CWG 2010?

A lot of international athletes have pulled out of the Commonwealth Games 2010 citing various reasons, including security, health, injury and even commitment to other tournaments. Aren't they being unfair to the Commonwealth Games by making it second priority? 

CWG mess: has India's image abroad been irreparably damaged?

Today at 10 pm on Face The Nation, Sagarika Ghose asks a panel of experts whether India's image abroad has been irreparably damaged. 

Should the corruption factor be ignored for now so that the CWG is a success?

The October 3-14 Commonwealth games in New Delhi have been in the news for the past few weeks for all the wrong reasons. Allegations of corruption have marred the preparation for the Games. Three officials have already been suspended from the Commonwealth Games Organising Committee after corruption allegations.  

Is AR Rahman's anthem for the Commonwealth Games worth Rs 5 crore?

The Group of Ministers on the Commonwealth Games has finalised Oscar winner AR Rahman's Swagatham as the theme song for the mega event. The song was launched by Rahman and the chairman of the organising committee Suresh Kalmadi.  

Was Delhi the wrong choice for Commonwealth Games?

Tonight at 10.00 pm on Face The Nation, Sagarika Ghose asks a panel of experts whether Delhi was the wrong choice for Commonwealth Games. 

Is Gagan Narang right in getting miffed for not being considered for the Khel Ratna award?

Ace Indian shooter Gagan Narang has threatened to skip CWG 2010 after being overlooked for the Khel Ratna award. 

Should the Government initiate a CBI probe into the CWG corruption row?

The preparation for the Commonwealth Games has been hit by accusations of financial irregularities with all eyes trained on Commonwealth Games Organising Committee Chairman Suresh Kalmadi. In Parliament, a united Opposition has asked the Government to come clean on the mess and also demanded a CBI probe. Should the Government initiate a CBI probe into corruption row accompanying the Games preparation? 

Suresh Kalmadi on CNN-IBN: Ask him a question

With all eyes trained on him, the Commonwealth Games Organising Committee Chairman Suresh Kalmadi is the man in the hot seat. As allegations of financial irregularities fly back and forth, the senior Congress leader remains unfazed. Even as doubts are being raised over the preparations, Kalmadi is confident about pulling off a successful event. What makes him so confident? Can he pull it off? If you have a question for Suresh Kalmadi, write in. CNN-IBN's National Bureau Chief Bhupendra Chaubey will take him on in a live interview at 8:30 pm today. Post your question now! 

Who do you think is responsible for the Commonwealth Games mess?

Leaky roofs, missed deadlines, incomplete stadiums and corruption charges - the preparation for the Commonwealth Games has earned bad press. As each agency tries to pass the buck and blame the other, it is clear that accountability for the Games is missing. Who do you think is responsible for the mess?