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All India institutes of Medical Sciences popularly called as AIIMS is a premier medical institution of India. The institute is situated in Delhi the capital of India. The institute is also a premier hub of research. This ace medical institution of India is an autonomous institution under Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (India).

Due to state of the art facilities available here the institution that offers facility of education and hospital is ranked India?s top most medical institution. The foundation of the AIIMS was laid in the year 1952 and the intuition was built with the grant from the government of New Zealand. This medical institution came into existence in the year 1956. The institute is result of dedicated efforts of India?s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru and he got good support from his health Minister, Rajkumari Amrit Kaur. From then the institute has rose from strength to strength.

AIIMS offers top notch education for the various undergraduate and post graduate courses. Besides, it also offers programs in Para medical courses. In addition it offers education and research in 42 disciplines. AIIMS caters to a large mass of ailing population from different corners of India and neighboring countries.

Hit the gym in style (With Image)

June 19, 2013 at 6:12 PM

New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) It's time to hit the gym in style - a new range of comfortable gym wear has been launched to make workout sessions easier.

Don't judge anti-aging cream by price

June 19, 2013 at 6:05 PM

New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) Is anti-aging cream worth the money? Expert says the quality of an anti-aging cream depends on the formulation and not the price.

Treat your taste buds with mock meats (With Image)

June 19, 2013 at 6:04 PM

New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) Here's an interesting offer for vegetarians - a variety of healthy mock meats have been launched to woo their taste buds.

Sharmila Nicollet pulls out of Slovak Open

June 19, 2013 at 5:08 PM

New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) Indian golfer Sharmila Nicollet has been forced to withdraw from Allianz Ladies Slovak Open owing to an injured foot.

DU extends hoyurs for form submission

June 19, 2013 at 2:04 PM

New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) Delhi University has given an extension of a few hours for submitting online and offline registration forms for admission to the varsity's newly-introduced four-year undergraduate programme. Wednesday is the last day for submission of the forms.

YRF Merchandise-Hot Muggs launch mugs, sippers (With Image)

June 18, 2013 at 6:44 PM

New Delhi, June 18 (IANS) How about a Bollywood style cuppa? Coffee mugs printed with images and lyrics from movies like "Jab Tak Hai Jaan" and "Ek Tha Tiger" have been released.

Drizzle in Delhi, more rain expected

June 18, 2013 at 10:12 AM

New Delhi, June 18 (IANS) Delhiites woke up to a pleasant weather Tuesday morning with overcast skies and light drizzle. The weatherman has forecast rain in parts of the city.

Craftsvilla goes retail way, to open stores

June 17, 2013 at 7:00 PM

New Delhi, June 17 (IANS) Craftsvilla.com, an online luxury brand, has plans to open more then 50 franchise stores in the coming months.

Monsoon hair care: Try egg-honey pack, vinegar rinse

June 17, 2013 at 6:29 PM

New Delhi, June 17 (IANS) Monsoon weather can wreak havoc on your hair, but worry not. Homemade remedies can keep your tresses healthy and shinning, say experts.

TRAI cuts roaming charges for calls, SMSes from July 1

June 17, 2013 at 4:20 PM

New Delhi, June 17 (IANS) The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has reduced national roaming calls and SMS tariff ceilings from next month and said it would allow telecom service providers to offer national mobile roaming to subscribers for a fixed fee from the same date.

Commerce minister favours 100 percent FDI in telecom sector

June 16, 2013 at 7:16 PM

New Delhi, June 16 (ANI): Union commerce and industry minister on Sunday favoured 100 percent (FDI) in the telecom sector and also foreign capital in defence sector.

International Olympiad awards presented in Delhi

June 16, 2013 at 6:52 PM

New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) The 16th annual International Olympiad Awards were presented here Sunday to winning students, teachers and principals from across Asia, officials said.

Monsoon arrives in Delhi fortnight ahead of schedule

June 16, 2013 at 4:44 PM

New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) Monsoon reached Delhi Sunday, two weeks ahead of the schedule, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said.

Pleasant Saturday in Delhi, light rain expected

June 15, 2013 at 7:32 PM

New Delhi, June 15 (IANS) Pleasant weather will prevail this weekend with cloudy skies and spells of rain and thundershowers, a weather official said, forecasting light rain in parts of the city over the next 24 hours.

Petrol prices to rise by Rs.2 per litre

June 15, 2013 at 6:44 PM

New Delhi, June 15 (IANS) Petrol prices will go up by Rs.2 per litre, excluding taxes, from midnight Saturday due to the depreciating rupee and hardening of international prices, a state-run oil marketing company (OMC) said.

Monsoon to soak Delhi in next 5 days, says IMD

June 14, 2013 at 7:56 PM

New Delhi, June 14 (IANS) Delhi will receive monsoon showers within next five days, way ahead of the expected June 29 date, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said Friday.

CPI demands inquiry into Moily's revelations over petroleum ministers being threatened

June 14, 2013 at 5:24 PM

New Delhi, June 14 (ANI): The Communist Party of India (CPI) on Friday asked Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Dr. M. Veerappa Moily to disclose the names of those import lobbies, who threaten petroleum ministers.

Make style statement with elegant jewelleries

June 14, 2013 at 4:44 PM

New Delhi, June 14 (IANS) Classy and elegant jewellery definitely defines a woman's persona and style. Designer neckpieces well-matched with dazzling earrings and bracelets not only enhance looks but also help make a statement.

Import lobbies threaten every oil minister: Moily

June 14, 2013 at 3:32 PM

New Delhi, June 14 (IANS) Every petroleum minister is threatened by import lobbies to derail domestic exploration efforts aimed at achieving self sufficiency, Petroleum Minister M. Veerappa Moily claimed Friday.

Freida Pinto takes to social networking

June 14, 2013 at 2:36 PM

New Delhi, June 14 (IANS) After becoming part of international cinema with plum projects like "Slumdog Millionaire", "Miral" and "Immortals", actress Freida Pinto has earned an impressive fan following. Now, she has decided to take to the world of social networking to connect with them.

Pleasant Friday morning in Delhi, rain likely

June 14, 2013 at 10:52 AM

New Delhi, June 14 (IANS) It was a pleasant morning in the capital Friday with minimum temperature settling at 27.8 degrees Celsius, average for this time of year. The Met department has forecast cloudy sky with light rain and thunder shower in some areas.

Amazon launches Kindle Fire HD series tablets in India

June 13, 2013 at 7:25 PM

New Delhi, June 13 (IANS) Amazon has announced that Kindle Fire HD 7 inches and Kindle Fire HD 8.9 inches will be available for the Indian customers starting June 27.

'Club Sandwich cheapest in India, Geneva most expensive'

June 13, 2013 at 7:16 PM

New Delhi, June 13 (IANS) Club sandwich -- the classic late-evening hotel staple of chicken, bacon, egg, lettuce and mayonnaise -- is cheapest in India's capital and most expensive in Geneva in Switzerland, as per the latest "Club Sandwich Index" of Hotels.com.

Get engaged in the art of reuse

June 13, 2013 at 5:32 PM

New Delhi, June 13 (IANS) Hidesign, an eco-friendly leather good brand, has come up with their annual eco-initiative, The Art of Reuse, that engages the practice of re-cycling those materials that are discarded as waste.

India offers world's most affordable club sandwich

June 13, 2013 at 5:32 PM

New Delhi, June 13 (IANS) The Indian capital serves the most economically priced Club Sandwich at an average cost of Rs.494 (approximately $8.47), while Geneva has taken over from Paris as the most expensive city for the classic chicken, bacon, egg, lettuce and mayonnaise sandwich, according to survey.

Pleasant Thursday morning in Delhi, light rain expected

June 13, 2013 at 11:16 AM

New Delhi, June 13 (IANS) It was pleasant morning in the capital Thursday, with cool winds and cloud cover, even as the minimum temperature settled at 30.3 degrees Celsius, three notches above average for this time of year. The Met office has forecast rain.

Man arrested for Delhi policeman's murder

June 12, 2013 at 8:52 PM

New Delhi, June 12 (IANS) A 22-year-old man was arrested for murdering a Delhi Police constable in May 2012, police said Wednesday. Another accused was arrested earlier.

Tips to protect your baby from painful skin rashes

June 12, 2013 at 8:04 PM

New Delhi, June 12 (IANS) Can't see your baby crying because of the harsh and painful skin rashes? Change nappy regularly, avoid lovely smelling wipes and also give your child some nappy free time.

Congress questions Patnaik's commitment to Odisha

June 12, 2013 at 8:04 PM

Bhubaneswar, June 12 (IANS) Criticising Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik for holding a rally in New Delhi against the state's alleged neglect by the central government, the Congress Wednesday questioned his commitment to Odisha's culture.

Gift nourishing masque to dad this Father's Day

June 12, 2013 at 6:52 PM

New Delhi, June 12 (IANS) As metrosexuality is on the rise, celebrate Father's Day this Sunday by gifting your dad a natural masque that will clean his face and also nourish it.

Fitch upgrades India's outlook to 'stable'

June 12, 2013 at 5:00 PM

New Delhi, June 12 (IANS) International ratings agency Fitch Wednesday upgraded its outlook on India to "stable" from "negative", a move that is likely to boost investors' sentiment in Asia's third largest economy.

BJD rally in Delhi seeking special status for Odisha

June 12, 2013 at 12:28 PM

New Delhi, June 12 (IANS) Nearly 30,000 people from Odisha led by BJD president and Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik gathered at Ramlila Maidan in Delhi Wednesday to protest against the centre's apathy towards the state's demand for the special category status.

I won't forget the days spent in jail: Sreesanth

June 12, 2013 at 12:04 AM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) India fast bowler S.Sreesanth, who was released from Tihar jail Tuesday on bail, said the last 27 days have taught him a lot and retiterated that he was innocent.

Sheila Dikshit inaugurates semi-open prison in Tihar

June 11, 2013 at 11:00 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit Tuesday inaugurated the semi-open prison complex and beauty culture centre in Tihar Jail here.

No additional efforts to curb gold imports, says Finance Ministry

June 11, 2013 at 8:20 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (ANI): The government is not contemplating additional measures to curb gold imports, which are expected to drop substantially this month, a senior Finance Ministry official said on Tuesday.

AIIMS student commits suicide

June 11, 2013 at 8:12 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) An MBBS student at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) committed suicide by hanging himself from the ceiling fan in his hostel room here, police said Tuesday.

Shimla exhibition attracts over 100,000 visitors

June 11, 2013 at 8:04 PM

Shimla, June 11 (IANS) Over 100,000 visitors came to a five-day exhibition, organised by the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry in partnership with the Himachal Pradesh tourism department, which concluded here Tuesday, event organisers said.

Oil firms right in redefining business models: Moily

June 11, 2013 at 5:00 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) In an indication of the government's thinking on revising gas prices, Petroleum Minister M. Veerappa Moily said Tuesday oil companies were right in redefining their business models in view of rising production costs and reduced profits.

Cloudy morning in Delhi, rains likely

June 11, 2013 at 11:40 AM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) It was a cloudy morning in the capital Tuesday with the minimum temperature settling at 29.2 degrees Celsius - a notch above the season's average. The weather office has forecast rains later in the day.

Delhi government to set up trade board

June 10, 2013 at 10:28 PM

New Delhi, June 10 (IANS) The Delhi government Monday decided to set up a trade board to address the issues of traders in the capital.

Jaaved-Naved-Ravi to team up for TV show again? (With Image)

June 10, 2013 at 7:24 PM

New Delhi, June 10 (IANS) Hit trio Jaaved Jaffrey, Naved Jaffrey and Ravi Behl who made hit dance show "Boogie Woogie" are likely to come together on the small screen once again.

Vidya to perform moonwalk on IDS sets

June 10, 2013 at 7:24 PM

Mumbai, June 10 (IANS) Actress Vidya Balan will be seen emulating Michael Jackson's moonwalk on the sets of "India's Dancing Superstar" (IDS) while promoting her forthcoming film "Ghanchakkar".

HC asks AIIMS to reserve seat for OBC candidate

June 10, 2013 at 6:52 PM

New Delhi, June 10 (IANS) Delhi High Court Monday asked the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) to keep a seat till the disposal of a plea seeking direction for reservation for OBC category in Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) course commencing July.

DU makes admissions under sports quota simpler

June 10, 2013 at 3:25 PM

New Delhi, June 10 (IANS) Admissions under the sports quota into Delhi University (DU) have been made simpler this year following the introduction of the four-year undergraduate programme, a university official said Monday.

Advani quits from BJP posts

June 10, 2013 at 2:20 PM

New Delhi, June 10 (IANS) BJP veteran L.K. Advani has resigned from all party posts in protest against the elevation of Gujarat Chief Minister L.K. Advani as the Lok Sabha campaign chief, party sources said Monday.

Delhi plans to offer more to its aged residents

June 9, 2013 at 11:53 AM

New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) The Delhi government plans to set up more recreational centres for senior citizens in the city during the current fiscal, state Minister for Education and Social Welfare Kiran Walia said.

Direct tax collections rise 21 percent

June 8, 2013 at 5:05 PM

New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) India's gross direct tax collections increased 21.10 percent to Rs.63,252 crore in the first two months of the current financial year, surpassing the government's expectations.

Make Father's Day adventurous for your dad!

June 8, 2013 at 4:33 PM

New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) From exciting activities like para motoring and bungee jumping to some golf coaching, wine tasting or a relaxed weekend holiday - plan a unique experience for your dad this Father's day June 16.

Meira Kumar meets Delhi rape victim

June 7, 2013 at 10:57 PM

New Delhi, June 7 (IANS) Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar Friday met the five-year-old girl who was sexually assaulted by her neighbours April 15 while being held captive and starved for two days, a statement said.

Kundra to be suspended if proven guilty: Rajasthan Royals

June 7, 2013 at 7:13 PM

New Delhi, June 7 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals Friday said its co-owner Raj Kundra will be suspended and his shares will be forfeited if he is found guilty in the Indian Premier League (IPL) spot fixing and betting scandal.

'Shaitaan' to showcase episode on match fixing

June 7, 2013 at 5:21 PM

New Delhi, June 7 (IANS) In the wake of the spot fixing scandal in the recently concluded sixth edition of Indian Premier League (IPL), crime series "Shaitaan - A Criminal Mind", will showcase a special episode based on match fixing, and an ensuing case of blackmailing, kidnapping and murdering.

Shower your father with stylish accessories (With Image)

June 7, 2013 at 5:13 PM

New Delhi, June 7 (IANS) From cufflinks to watches and more -- gift your father stylish accessories on Father's Day.

New radiation techniques treat brain tumours better (June 8 is World Brain Tumour Day)

June 7, 2013 at 1:21 PM

New Delhi, June 7 (IANS) The world seemed to have come to an end for Smita Verma, a 30-year-old saleswoman and mother of two daughters when she was diagnosed with brain tumour two years ago. But thanks to non-invasive radiation techniques, she is now back at her job.

Pleasant morning in Delhi, rain likely

June 7, 2013 at 10:41 AM

New Delhi, June 7 (IANS) It was a cloudy, pleasant Friday morning in the national capital with minimum temperature settling at 25.7 degrees Celsius, two notches below average for this time of year.

Holiday in style: Pack crop tops, ruffled dresses (Fashion Trends)

June 6, 2013 at 2:33 PM

New Delhi, June 6 (IANS) Crop tops, ruffled dresses and kimonos - the retro styles are back as holiday wear and designers declare them "must haves" for trendy women keen to look "feminine" and "sensuous" while unwinding themselves.

Sucheta Khanna turns comic villain

June 6, 2013 at 1:21 PM

New Delhi, June 6 (IANS) Actress Sucheta Khanna has donned a new avatar - she will be seen in a negative yet funny role in "Yamla Pagla Deewana 2" (YPD 2) when it hits theatres Friday.

Hot Wednesday in Delhi, similar weather Thursday

June 5, 2013 at 6:57 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) It was a hot, sunny Wednesday in the capital with the maximum temperature settling at 43.6 degrees Celsius, three notches above the season's average. The weather office has forecast similar weather Thursday.

Delhi woman kills children, hangs herself

June 5, 2013 at 6:33 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) A woman allegedly drowned both her children and then hung herself at her east Delhi home, police said Wednesday. No suicide note was found.

Former Maldives president on India visit

June 4, 2013 at 10:57 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) Former Maldives president Maumoon Abdul Gayoom is on a three-day visit to India, officials said here Tuesday.

Road rage sparks minor India-Pakistan diplomatic row (Roundup)

June 4, 2013 at 9:46 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) Pakistan reacted angrily Tuesday after one of its diplomats and his driver were allegedly thrashed here in a road rage case that triggered a minor diplomatic row.

HC notice to centre, AIIMS on kidney patient's plea

June 4, 2013 at 8:18 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) The Delhi High Court has issued notice to the central government and the AIIMS on a plea filed by kidney patient alleging that despite the court's direction to arrange a donor for his transplantation three years ago, the institute has failed to even start the procedure.

'Zaalim Dilli' has no critical agenda: Ira Dubey

June 4, 2013 at 3:13 PM

Mumbai, June 4 (IANS) Bollywood actress Ira Dubey says Japinder Kaur Baweja directed "Zaalim Dilli" is a light-hearted film and has no social message.

Tainted Rajasthan players charged with MCOCA

June 4, 2013 at 3:13 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) Tainted Rajasthan Royals players S.Sreesanth, Ajit Chandila and Ankeet Chavan were Tuesday slapped with the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) for their involvement in spot fixing in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Delhi Police said.

Polish model molested in Delhi

June 3, 2013 at 10:57 PM

New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) A 17-year-old Poland-based model was molested by a man who runs a modelling agency here, said police Monday. The accused is absconding.

Air quality, water availability worsened in Delhi, says survey

June 3, 2013 at 10:01 PM

New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) Air pollution and drinking water availability worsened in the last five years in the national capital with the transport sector, industries and wastage of water adding to the problem, according to a survey released Monday.

Mobile handset company Karbonn ties up with Vodafone

June 3, 2013 at 10:01 PM

New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) Mobile handset company Karbonn has tied up with Vodafone India to offer internet plans service to its customers, who will buy Karbonn's flagship devices - Karbonn Titanium S5 & Karbonn Smart A1ustomers A12, a company statement said here Monday.

Bridal make-up: Less is more

June 3, 2013 at 9:21 PM

New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) If new-age brides are moving away from heavy-weight wedding outfits, they are also saying 'no' to over-the-top make-up.

Mobile handset company Karbonn ties up with Vodafone

June 3, 2013 at 9:21 PM

New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) Mobile handset company Karbonn has tied up with Vodafone India to offer internet plans service to its customers, who will buy Karbonn's flagship devices - Karbonn Titanium S5 & Karbonn Smart A1ustomers A12, a company statement said here Monday.

Television should promote musicals: Shiamak Davar

June 2, 2013 at 8:01 PM

New Delhi, June 2 (IANS) Ace choreographer Shiamak Davar feels that musicals in India can develop only if television decides to promote it.

Crime Branch to probe Manipuri woman's death

June 1, 2013 at 6:58 PM

New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) Investigations into the mysterious death of a Manipuri woman were transferred to Delhi Police Crime Branch Saturday, police said Saturday.

Keep pets cool in summer

June 1, 2013 at 6:01 PM

New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) With Delhi reeling under intense heat, people of the city should provide special care to their pets in order to keep them hydrated and healthy, the Humane Society International (HSI) said Saturday.

Petrol price hiked by 75 paise per litre, diesel by 50 paise

May 31, 2013 at 8:17 PM

New Delhi, May 31 (IANS) Indian Oil Corp Friday hiked petrol price by 75 paise per litre and that of diesel by 50 paise per litre, both rates excluding local taxes, effective midnight, an official announced.

HRD Ministry to provide financial assistance to needy children

May 31, 2013 at 8:09 PM

New Delhi, May 31 (ANI): The HRD Ministry has decided to provide financial assistance for higher education to needy children who have passed with minimum B1 grade under CBSE grading system in 10th / 12th examination.

Developments over past two weeks shocking, disturbing: Tendulkar

May 31, 2013 at 1:14 PM

New Delhi, May 31 (IANS) Two weeks after the spot fixing scandal broke, damaging Indian cricket's reputation, master batsman Sachin Tendulkar Friday spoke out on the issue, describing the developments as "shocking and disturbing".

Ban tobacco advertising to reduce consumption: WHO

May 30, 2013 at 8:17 PM

New Delhi, May 30 (IANS) Banning tobacco advertising and sponsorship is one of the most cost-effective ways to reduce tobacco consumption, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO).

Chhattisgarh violence could put civilians at risk: Amnesty

May 30, 2013 at 8:17 PM

New Delhi, May 30 (IANS) Condemning the deadly Maoist attack in Chhattisgarh, Amnesty International Thursday said the violence could put more civilians at risk.

Now, 'Shaitaan' focuses on women criminal minds

May 30, 2013 at 8:01 PM

New Delhi, May 30 (IANS) "Shaitaan - A Criminal Mind" has come with a special series on 'Women Criminals'. The series will focus on the not so often seen or heard, cold, calculative women criminal masterminds.

Children with disabilities likely to face violence: Unicef

May 30, 2013 at 7:53 PM

New Delhi, May 30 (IANS) Children with disabilities are three to four times more likely to be victims of violence at home or outside, according to an Unicef report.

IOC posts near 15 percent rise in Q4 profit

May 30, 2013 at 7:46 PM

New Delhi, May 30 (IANS) State oil marketer Indian Oil Corp (IOC) Thursday announced a 14.5 percent rise in net profit for the fourth quarter ended March 2013.

CBSE results: Government schools outshine private schools in Delhi

May 30, 2013 at 7:22 PM

New Delhi, May 30 (IANS) Delhi's government schools have outperformed private schools in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) class 10 results that were declared Thursday.

Now use Varun Dhawan, Parineeta Chopra 'emoticons'

May 30, 2013 at 6:41 PM

New Delhi, May 30 (IANS) A series of new emoticon avatars of young Bollywood actors Varun Dhawan and Parineeta Chopra have been launched by a global mobile social communication application.

Delhi rues power equation with central government

May 29, 2013 at 7:41 PM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) Admitting that there was lack of coordination between the central and the Delhi governments, Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit Wednesday said her government has many responsibilities but without power.

Gautam Rode, Jennifer Winget to get intimate

May 29, 2013 at 7:32 PM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) Actors Gautam Rode and Jennifer Winget, the lead pair of "Saraswatichandra", will be seen getting intimate on the TV show.

Lokayukta has gone beyond legal boundaries: Sheila Dikshit

May 29, 2013 at 6:52 PM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit Wednesday attacked Lokayuta Manmohan Sarin, saying the ombudsman had gone beyond his legal boundaries and norms by indicting her for something that happened in 2008.

Congress to decide my fourth term: Dikshit

May 29, 2013 at 6:28 PM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) Completing her third term as Delhi's chief minister, Sheila Dikshit Wednesday said that it was for the Congress high command to decide if she deserves another five years.

Sonali Bendre wants to go on vacation

May 29, 2013 at 4:52 PM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) As "India's Best Dramebaaz" (IBD) is over, Sonali Bendre wants to go on a long vacation. The 38-year-old actress was one of the judges on the reality show.

Delhi women scared of going to police stations: Dikshit

May 29, 2013 at 3:56 PM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) Women in the national capital are scared of going to police stations to register their complaints, Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit said Wednesday.

'Jodha Akbar' will be a change for viewers: Rajat Tokas

May 28, 2013 at 8:28 PM

New Delhi, May 28 (IANS) Known to be an expert in creating kitchen politics and horror shows for TV, Ekta Kapoor now walks through history. She is coming out with historical saga "Jodha Akbar" and the show's lead actor Rajat Tokas thinks it will be a change for the better.

Another hot day in Delhi, no respite Wednesday

May 28, 2013 at 7:01 PM

New Delhi, May 28 (IANS) After a cloudy and windy Monday, it was back to being scorching hot in the capital Tuesday as the maximum temperature settled three notches above average at 43 degrees Celsius. The Met office has forecast similar weather Wednesday.

Malnourished children are less literate: Report

May 28, 2013 at 5:56 PM

New Delhi, May 28 (IANS) Malnourished children struggle to read and write simple sentences and nearly 20 percent of them are less literate than those who have a nutritious diet, a report said Tuesday.

Samsung launches biggest Galaxy phones in India

May 28, 2013 at 2:44 PM

New Delhi, May 28 (ANI): Samsung on Tuesday launched Galaxy Mega 5.8 and Galaxy Mega 6.3, its biggest smartphones in India.

'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani' to spread love this weekend (IANS Preview)

May 27, 2013 at 7:16 PM

New Delhi, May 27 (IANS) It's going to be a weekend dedicated to love, youth and emotions as director Ayan Mukerji's romatic drama "Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani" is set to hit theatres Friday.

Morgan Freeman and Michael Caine set for a face-off in new flick

May 27, 2013 at 4:20 PM

New Delhi, May 27 (ANI): Legendary actors Morgan Freeman and Michael Caine, who were last seen together in 'The Dark Knight' will be sharing screen space in heist thriller 'Now You See Me.'

Girls once again outshine boys in Class XII CBSE exams (Lead:CBSE)

May 27, 2013 at 3:49 PM

New Delhi, May 27 (ANI): Girls once again outshined the boys in the Class XII CBSE examinations results that were announced throughout the country today.

Delhi cop commits suicide

May 26, 2013 at 11:42 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) A Delhi Police head constable shot himself dead Sunday night, citing a "family dispute" as the reason for his suicide, police said.

Minor Delhi girl raped by neighbour in car

May 26, 2013 at 9:10 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) A 16-year-old girl's neighbour was arrested for raping her after she went out with him in a car here, police said Sunday.

Delhi sees hot Sunday, no change Monday

May 26, 2013 at 6:54 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) It was another hot day for Delhi Sunday with the maximum temperature settling at 43.6 degrees Celsius, three notches above average for this time of the year. There is no respite from the scorching heat in sight with similar weather expected Monday.

Barbaric attack by Maoists, says Brinda Karat

May 26, 2013 at 4:38 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) leader Brinda Karat Sunday said the Maoist attack on the Congress convoy in Chhattisgarh was "barbaric" and a shocking example of politics of violence and terror by the Maoists.

Hot Sunday morning in Delhi

May 26, 2013 at 10:30 AM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) It was a hot morning in the capital Sunday with the minimum temperature settling at 29.3 degrees Celsius, two notches above average for this time of year. The weather office has forecast a clear and hot day ahead.

Delhi sees hot Saturday, no change Sunday

May 25, 2013 at 7:02 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (IANS) It was another scorching day for Delhi Saturday though the maximum temperature slightly dipped from the highs of the week but was still three notches above average at 43.5 degrees Celsius. Similar weather is expected Sunday.