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Everything you need to know about Ariyur Spinning Mills: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Bradley Cooper first actor to endorse Häagen-Dazs (With Image)

May 15, 2013 at 5:02 PM

New Delhi, May 15 (IANS) Oscar-nominated Hollywood actor Bradley Cooper will be seen in a new global campaign by American ice cream brand Häagen-Dazs.

Press freedom outlook 'gloomy', says IPI watchdog

May 4, 2013 at 5:16 AM

Vienna, May 4 (IANS/AKI) Last year was the deadliest for journalists, and the number of reporters operating freely in the world is shrinking, Vienna-based press freedom watchdog International Press Institute (IPI) has said.

Robbie Williams to sing at dad's wedding reception

May 1, 2013 at 1:32 PM

London, May 1 (ANI): Robbie Williams is set to sing at his father's wedding reception on May 1.

World's oldest romantic novelist Ida Pollock pens 124th book at 105

April 30, 2013 at 1:48 PM

London, Apr 30 (ANI): World's oldest romantic novelist Ida Pollock has released her 124th book at age of 105.

Nazis planned to fry cities from outer space using 'sun gun'

April 3, 2013 at 12:13 PM

London, Apr 3 (ANI): German scientists had seriously planned to build a "sun gun", a big mirror in space which would focus the sun's rays to a scorching point at the earth's surface.

Jesse Ryder in coma after bar brawl

March 28, 2013 at 2:34 PM

Wellington, March 28 (IANS) New Zealand cricketer Jesse Ryder lies in coma after being badly beaten up by a group of men near a bar in Christchurch early Thursday, police said.

Long-distance social networks existed in the past much before technology

March 26, 2013 at 11:38 AM

Washington, Mar 26 (ANI): Long-distance social networks existed long before the advent of the Internet, a new study has revealed.

Pak SC to indict Rehman Malik on Mar 25 for contempt of court

March 19, 2013 at 4:25 PM

Islamabad, Mar. 19 (ANI): The Supreme Court of Pakistan has rejected former Interior Minister Rehman Malik's unconditional apology, and has decided to indict him on March 25 for committing contempt of court by interfering in the investigation of the Steel Mills scam.

'Fat Australian' rant ruled not racist by UK court

March 11, 2013 at 11:15 AM

Sydney, Mar. 11 (ANI): A woman convicted of racism after calling her New Zealand neighbour a 'fat Australian' has had her conviction overturned in the UK.

Bolt, Blake not confirmed for Jamaica invitational

March 9, 2013 at 3:31 PM

Kingston (Jamaica), March 9 (IANS/CMC) Officials here say they are unable to confirm at this time if two of the country's most celebrated athletes - Usain Bolt and Yohan Blake - would be available for the Jamaica invitational scheduled for May 4.

'Veteran' Mills eyeing 2015 WC glory at home before retiring

February 19, 2013 at 2:48 PM

Wellington, Feb 19 (ANI): Veteran New Zealand swing bowler Kyle Mills has said he would like to win the one-day World Cup in 2015 at home before retiring from the international cricket.

Rob Mills rubbishes Stephanie Rice romance rumours

February 18, 2013 at 10:49 AM

Melbourne, Feb 18(ANI): Rob Mills has slammed rumours of romance with his 'Celebrity Apprentice' co-star, Stephanie Rice.

Brit couple get married wearing giant babygrows

February 3, 2013 at 4:14 PM

London, Feb. 3 (ANI): A couple from Greater Manchester, decided to shun the traditional wedding gown and morning suit for their big day at Gretna Green and instead chose to wear giant babygrows.

Goa electronic music festival to have a ball

February 1, 2013 at 4:30 PM

Panaji, Feb 1 (IANS) After Sunburn, the Nokia India festival and the Barefoot festival, Goa's music scene will have a ball this February with a blend of beach soccer and electronic music.

Robbie Williams to perform at dad's wedding

February 1, 2013 at 2:54 PM

London, Feb 1 (ANI): Robbie Williams has a big gig lined up - his dad's wedding.

Williams thrilled to perform at dad's wedding

February 1, 2013 at 7:42 AM

London, Feb 1 (IANS) Singer Robbie Williams is thriled to perform at father Pete Conway's wedding.

Kim Kardashian cheated on ex-boyfriend with Kanye West

January 25, 2013 at 11:44 AM

London, Jan 25 (ANI): Kim Kardashian had an affair with Kanye West while she was still with ex-boyfriend Reggie Bush, a former pal of the rapper has revealed.

Franklin leads Kiwis to tense 'one wicket win' against Proteas in opening ODI

January 20, 2013 at 11:45 AM

Wellington, Jan. 20 (ANI): New Zealand's James Franklin steered his team to beat South Africa by one wicket in the opening match of their three-game one-day series, at Paarl.

Bolt, Fraser-Pryce win Jamaican athletics top awards

January 9, 2013 at 12:33 PM

Kingston (Jamaica), Jan 9 (IANS) Jamaica's star sprinter Usain Bolt and Olympic 100-metre champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce won the Jamaican Athletics Administrative Association (JAA) top awards.

Now a collection inspired by 'Inkaar' movie

January 4, 2013 at 6:39 PM

Mumbai, Jan 4 (IANS) Mistair, a division of Siyaram Silk Mills, has associated with Sudhir Mishra's upcoming film "Inkaar" as its style partner and also launched a collection inspired by the film.

'Gangnam Style' hits one bn views on YouTube

December 22, 2012 at 8:29 AM

London, Dec 22 (IANS) South Korean dance track "Gangnam Style" has become the first video to clock up more than one billion views on YouTube, BBC reported.

SpiceJet fleet now numbers 51

December 21, 2012 at 7:25 PM

New Delhi, Dec 21 (IANS) Low cost carrier SpiceJet Friday said its total fleet size has reached 51 aircraft, as it has received all 15 of the Q400 NextGen turboprop aircrafts it had ordered from Bombardier.

Teen erotic novels flying off shelves following 50 Shades phenomenon

December 16, 2012 at 3:02 PM

London, December 16 (ANI): As adults are racing to snap up the erotic 'Fifty Shades of Grey' trilogy, teenagers eager to have some read some steamy stuff are grabbing copies of Liz Bankes' novel 'Irresistible'.

Tamil Nadu utility restrained from cutting power to wind mills

December 7, 2012 at 4:52 PM

Chennai, Dec 7 (IANS) In a major relief to members of the Tamil Nadu Spinning Mills Association (TASMA), the Madras High Court has restrained Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation Ltd (TANGEDCO) not to resort to load shedding for those having dedicated feeder lines and wind mills.

Proposal to build 'mega-mosque' near Olympic Stadium in London rejected by local council

December 6, 2012 at 2:44 PM

London, Dec. 6 (ANI): Proposals to build Britain's biggest mosque near the Olympic Stadium has been refused amid fierce local opposition.

Committee to oversee Ambedkar memorial work: Chavan

December 5, 2012 at 7:32 PM

Mumbai, Dec 5 (IANS) Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan Wednesday said a special committee would be set up to oversee work on the proposed memorial for Babasaheb Ambedkar, "father" of the Indian Constitution, at Dadar in central Mumbai.

Tamil Nadu spinning mills take state power utility to court

December 5, 2012 at 3:24 PM

Chennai, Dec 5 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu Spinning Mills Association (TASMA) Wednesday took Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation Ltd. (TANGEDCO) to court for cutting off power to its members despite having dedicated power feeder lines, said an association official.

Tamil Nadu power company to clear dues in 2 months: TASMA

November 28, 2012 at 8:39 PM

Chennai, Nov 28 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation Ltd. (TANGEDCO) Wednesday agreed to pay within two months its dues to the members of Tamil Nadu Spinning Mills Association (TASMA) who own wind mills in the state, an association official said.

Women asking partners to keep moustache after Movember

November 23, 2012 at 4:02 PM

London, Nov. 23 (ANI): Women want men to keep their moustaches after this month's 'Movember' charity campaign because they look sexy.

JK Rowling misses cut for 'Bad Sex in Fiction' award

November 21, 2012 at 12:18 PM

London, Nov. 21 (ANI): JK Rowling got lucky as she missed out on a nomination for 'Bad Sex in Fiction' award, for her new novel 'The Casual Vacancy.'

28 Brit girls cram in Mini car to break world record

November 17, 2012 at 12:34 PM

London, Nov 17 (ANI): A group of 28 gym girls from Eastbourne, East Sussex broke the record for being the most people crammed in a modern Mini, completing the feat in 18 minutes at Potters Field in central London.

Blake unfazed by Moscow title defence

November 10, 2012 at 3:20 PM

Kingston (Jamaica), Nov 10 (IANS/CMC) Reigning 100 metres World champion Yohan Blake says he feels under no pressure as he prepares to defend his title in Moscow next August.

Kyle Mills seeking to 'improve cricketing skills' through 'experienced seamers'

November 4, 2012 at 2:07 PM

Sydney, Nov. 4 (ANI): New Zealand's top-ranked one-day international bowler Kyle Mills is desperate to improve his cricketing skills, despite approaching 34.

New Coca-Cola calculator to reveal how long it takes to burn off calories in 1 can

November 3, 2012 at 12:23 PM

London, November 3 (ANI): A newly developed calculator details how long it would take to burn off various Coca-Cola drinks through different sports and chores like housework, it has been revealed.

Spinning mills to take TANGEDCO to court over dues

October 27, 2012 at 10:07 PM

Chennai, Oct 27 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu Spinning Mills Association (TASMA) will be filing a case in the Madras High Court to direct Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corp Ltd (TANGEDCO) from demanding power charges from its members till it settles their dues, said an association official.

Faint but firm footsteps by women of Ladakh

October 25, 2012 at 3:59 PM

Leh , Oct 25 (ANI): Over a thousand kilometers away from mainstream India as we know it, defying all claims that brought shame to our country by being labeled the world's most dangerous place for a girl child, is an age old tradition in a little-known land of desert and snow that treats its girls in a manner worthy of emulation.

Federer Aussie sports fans' no.1 for third time in row!

October 25, 2012 at 3:27 PM

London, Oct. 25 (ANI): Swiss tennis ace Roger Federer has beaten other international sporting icons to be named as Australian sports' fans 'most popular athlete' for the third year in running, a new survey has revealed.

Bolt to ease training load

October 24, 2012 at 12:47 PM

Rio de Janeiro, Oct 24 (IANS) Sprint champion Usain Bolt of Jamaica has revealed plans to diminish his training programme in a bid to prolong his career.

'Fifty Shades Of Grey' becomes fastest selling book in French history

October 20, 2012 at 12:22 PM

London, Oct 20 (ANI): Just two days after the French translation of 'Fifty Shades Of Grey' was released, the erotic novel Fifty Shades Of Grey has become the fastest selling book in the country's publishing history.

Indian-origin 'anti-Obama' filmmaker resigns as NY college head over 'marital infidelity' claim

October 19, 2012 at 11:26 AM

Washington, Oct 19 (ANI): Dinesh D'Souza, the Indian-American evangelical scholar behind a high-grossing film that condemns US President Barack Obama, has resigned as head of a New York Christian college following allegations of marital infidelity.

'Strictly' is stripping me of all of my dignity, says Victoria Pendleton

October 17, 2012 at 8:43 PM

London, Oct 17 (ANI): Victoria Pendleton has revealed that competing on reality show Strictly Come Dancing has stripped her of her pride.

Teens can control impulsivity when big rewards are at stake

October 16, 2012 at 9:24 PM

Washington, October 16 (ANI): A new research has shed light on adolescents' ability to control impulsivity and think through problems.

'Taken 2' entertaining replay of the original (IANS Movie Review)

October 14, 2012 at 1:56 PM

Film: "Taken 2"; Cast: Liam Neeson, Famke Janssen, Maggie Grace; Director: Olivier Megaton; Rating: ***`

'Emotional' Pendleton fine after 'Strictly Come Dancing' tear jerker

October 9, 2012 at 4:52 PM

London, Oct 9 (ANI): Olympic champion Victoria Pendleton has said she is fine after she cried on the set of Strictly Come Dancing following criticism from judges at the celebrity dance show.

World T20: New Zealand elect to field against West Indies

October 1, 2012 at 3:34 PM

Pallekele, Oct 1 (IANS) New Zealand captain Ross Taylor won the toss and elected to field against the West Indies in a Group 1 encounter of the World Twenty20 Championship at the Pallekele International Stadium here Monday.

Brits flocking to Vegas to use Osama raid-like weapons

September 30, 2012 at 5:22 PM

Washington, Sept. 30 (ANI): British tourists are flocking to a new shooting range in Las Vegas, which is offering them the chance to shoot weapons like those used in the raid to kill Osama bin Laden.

World T20: New Zealand vs England scoreboard

September 29, 2012 at 7:06 PM

Pallekele, Septem Sep 29 (IANS) Scoreboard of the New Zealand vs England World T20 Super Eight tie here at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Saturday.

World T20: New Zealand to bat against England

September 29, 2012 at 3:30 PM

Pallekele, Sep 29 (IANS) New Zealand won the toss and elected to bat against England in a Super Eight match of the World Twenty20 tournament here Saturday.

SpiceJet not in talks with other airlines for equity dilution

September 26, 2012 at 7:31 PM

Chennai, Sep 26 (IANS) Private carrier SpiceJet is not in talks with any other airline for equity dilution though the option is open, said a top company official.

Meet the Oz woman who became nan and great gran - all in a day

September 26, 2012 at 2:11 PM

Melbourne, September 26 (ANI): A woman in Australia has defied all odds to become a grandmother and great grandmother on the same day.

Kiwis eyeing improvement in 'below par' fielding standards during T20 WC

September 24, 2012 at 1:07 PM

Colombo, Sep 24(ANI): New Zealand captain Ross Taylor has admitted his team's fielding during their two Twenty20 World Cup group stage matches against Bangladesh and Pakistan wasn't up to the mark, and wants his player to improve in their Super Eight matches.

World T20: Pakistan chooses to bat against New Zealand

September 23, 2012 at 3:15 PM

Pallekele, Sep 23 (IANS) Pakistan won the toss and chose to bat against New Zealand in the Group D match of the World Twenty20 here at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Sunday.

World T20: McCullum's record century powers New Zealand to 59-run win

September 21, 2012 at 7:15 PM

Pallekele, Sep 21 (IANS) Brendon McCullum's record-breaking century powered New Zealand to a 59-run win over Bangladesh in their first match of the World Twent20 cricket tournament at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium Friday.

World Twenty20 scoreboard: New Zealand vs Bangladesh

September 21, 2012 at 7:07 PM

Pallekele (Sri Lanka), Sep 21 (IANS) Scoreboard of the World Twenty20 Group D encounter between New Zealand and Bangaldesh at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium here Friday.

World T20: New Zealand beat Bangladesh by 59 runs

September 21, 2012 at 6:59 PM

Pallekele (Sri Lanka), Sep 21 (IANS) New Zealand beat Bangladesh by 59 runs in the Group D opener of the World Twenty20 cricket at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium here Friday.

World T20: Bangladesh choose to bowl against Kiwis

September 21, 2012 at 3:23 PM

Pallekele, Sep 21 (IANS) Bangladesh captain Mushfiqur Rahim won the toss and chose to bowl against New Zealand in their Group D World Twenty20 match here Friday.

I will be hard to beat next season: Blake

September 21, 2012 at 1:47 PM

Kingston (Jamaica), Sep 21 (IANS/CMC) Reigning 100 metres world champion Yohan Blake has sent out an early warning that he will be hard to beat when the new track and field season starts next year.

Taylor says all rounder Franklin might open batting for Kiwis in T20 WC

September 18, 2012 at 9:57 PM

Sydney, Sep 18(ANI): New Zealand captain Ross Taylor has said all rounder James Franklin might open the batting for them in the Twenty20 World Cup in Sri Lanka.

Women were paid to throw their undies at Tom Jones, reveals new book

September 16, 2012 at 9:34 PM

London, Sept 16 (ANI): Women fans throwing their underwear at Sir Tom Jones on stage originally started off as a stunt, a new book has claimed.

Coach key to my success, says Bolt

September 13, 2012 at 2:10 PM

Kingston (Jamaica), Sep 13 (IANS/CMC) Sprint legend Usain Bolt has hailed coach Glen Mills as the key to his recent success at the London Olympics.

Yuvraj centre of attraction at Vizag T20 (Preview)

September 7, 2012 at 6:55 PM

Visakhapatnam, Sep 7 (IANS) All eyes would be on comeback man Yuvraj Singh when India take on New Zealand in the first of the two Twenty20 Internationals here Saturday, a series seen as an ideal warm-up for the World Cup later in the month.

SpiceJet to start Madurai-Colombo service

August 29, 2012 at 5:07 PM

New Delhi, Aug 29 (IANS) Budget carrier SpiceJet Wednesday said it will start services between Madurai and Colombo from Sep 20.

Ghana spent $1.8 mn on late president's funeral

August 28, 2012 at 11:54 AM

Accra, Aug 28 (IANS) Ghana spent a total of 3.6 million Ghana cedis ($1.8 million) on the funeral of former president John Evans Atta Mills, who died late July and was buried earlier this month, a member of the national funeral committee said here.

Ghanaian president finally moving into Indian-financed, rebuilt residence? (With Image)

August 27, 2012 at 3:14 PM

Accra, Aug 27 (IANS) Is the Ghanaian head of state finally planning to move into Flagstaff House, the presidential palace that has a colonial past and has been rebuilt with an Indian grant of $30 million?

Blake becomes second fastest human with blistering 9.69sec 100m win in Diamond League

August 24, 2012 at 11:12 AM

Johannesburg, Aug 24(ANI): Jamaican sprinter Yohan Blake breezed to a blistering victory in the 100m event at the Diamond League in Lausanne, clocking a personal best time of 9.69 sec, which also made him the second fastest performer in this category.

Coach slaps London sex ban on Bolt following romps with sexy Brit women!

August 18, 2012 at 12:04 PM

London, Aug 18(ANI): Usain Bolt's coach Glen Mills has slapped a London ban on the world's fastest man Usain Bolt to avoid temptation of more romps with sexy British women.

Secrets of 'wet dog shake' may some day lead to self-drying machines

August 17, 2012 at 9:40 PM

New York, August 17 (ANI): The way a dog shakes itself to lose water fast, which helps their fur keep its insulating ability, could help engineers to come up with automated-cleaning techniques to use in devices that aren't easy to clean like the insides of cameras or distant space rovers, a new study has claimed.

Rashida Jones apologises to John Travolta for gay comment

August 15, 2012 at 1:16 PM

Washington, August 15 (ANI): Actress Rashida Jones has issued an apology for the comments she made about John Travolta during a recent interview.

Olympics: Jamaica win relay in new WR

August 12, 2012 at 2:33 PM

London, Aug 12 (IANS/CMC) Jamaica's sprint relay team, anchored by the peerless Usain Bolt, delivered the first sub-37 seconds clocking in history en route to another World record. Trinidadian teenager Keshorn Walcott pulled off a stunning upset in the men's javelin on the final day of track and field at the London Olympics here.

Olympic athletics: US women power to 4x400m relay gold

August 12, 2012 at 12:17 PM

London, Aug 12 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The US powered unchallenged to Olympic gold in the women's 4x400 metres relay Saturday.

British silver medallist sailor Mills reveals being 'scared of sea'

August 11, 2012 at 3:21 PM

London, Aug 11(ANI): British sailor Hannah Mills, who won the silver medal at the London Olympics along with Saskia Clark, has revealed that she suffers from a sea phobia.

Olympic sailing: Australia win men's 470 class gold

August 10, 2012 at 10:09 PM

Weymouth/Portland, Aug 10 (IANS) Australian sailors Mathew Belcher and Malcolm Page won the men's 470 class Olympic gold here Friday, the third for Australia at the Games sailing regatta following men's laser and 49er.

Olympic sailing: New Zealand snatches gold in women's 470

August 10, 2012 at 6:49 PM

London, Aug 10 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The New Zealand crew of Jo Aleh and Olivia Powrie sailed to victory in the women's 470 class to clinch gold here at the Olympics Friday, as their British rivals struggled.

Soon, disposable wristband that tells you when to get away from the sun

August 10, 2012 at 2:25 PM

London, August 10 (ANI): A paper wrist strap similar to the bands worn at festivals may prove helpful in preventing over-exposure to the sun and reduce the risk of cancer.

Clinton to attend late Ghanaian president's funeral

August 10, 2012 at 4:49 AM

Washington, Aug 10 (IANS) US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will attend the funeral of late Ghanaian president John Evans Atta Mills who died July 24 following illness at the age of 68.

Olympic athletics: Bolt, Brathwaite anxiously eyeing semis

August 8, 2012 at 2:09 PM

London, Aug 8 (IANS/CMC) Sprint superstar Usain Bolt described his opening 200 metres heat here as "easy" as he took a giant step towards an unprecedented repeat Olympic sprint double at the London Games.

Olympics: Bolt admits to pressure ahead of 100m conquest

August 7, 2012 at 1:45 PM

London, Aug 7 (IANS/CMC) Sprint legend Usain Bolt has admitted to being under pressure to defend his men's Olympics 100 metres title in London.

Book downloads overtake print sales

August 6, 2012 at 4:41 PM

London, Aug 6 (IANS) Sales of virtual books have surpassed the sale of their print counterparts, according to Amazon's UK site.

Indian menswear brands holding own against international labels

August 6, 2012 at 2:17 PM

New Delhi, Aug 6 (IANS) The business dynamics of Indian men's apparel industry have witnessed key changes due to the influx of international players. Yet, the increased competition has seen Indian brands holding their own against international labels.

Olympics: Blake downplays experience factor in 100m contest

August 2, 2012 at 1:47 PM

London, Aug 2 (IANS/CMC) World 100 metres sprint champion Yohan Blake has dismissed experience as a key factor in the contest at the London Olympics this weekend.

Bolt's doctor declares him fit and ready

July 27, 2012 at 11:46 AM

London, July 27 (IANS/CMC) Team doctor of Jamaica's track and field outfit Winston Dawes says Usain Bolt is fit and ready for the Olympics despite lingering public concerns over his fitness.

Obama mourns Ghanian president's death

July 25, 2012 at 8:27 AM

Washington, July 25 (IANS) US President Barack Obama has mourned the death of his Ghanian counterpart John Evans Atta Mills at the age of 68, praising his role in the west African nation's development.

Ghana President John Atta Mills dead

July 24, 2012 at 10:59 PM

Accra, July 24 (IANS) Ghanian President John Evans Atta Mills died at a military hospital Tuesday after falling ill, Xinhua reported.

Ghana President John Atta Mills dies

July 24, 2012 at 10:35 PM

Accra, July 24 (IANS) Ghanian President John Evans Atta Mills died at a military hospital Tuesday after falling ill, Xinhua reported.

Bolt using special orthopaedic bed to boost Olympic bid

July 19, 2012 at 4:32 PM

London, July 19 (ANI): Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt is using a specially designed orthopaedic bed to ensure he does not suffer a recurrence of back and hamstring injuries.

Narine undermines New Zealand as Windies win series 4-1

July 17, 2012 at 11:52 AM

Basseterre (S t Kitts), July 17 (IANS/CMC) Mystery off-spinner Sunil Narine's fifer bowled West Indies to a 20-run victory over New Zealand in the fifth and final One-Day International and with it to wrap up the series 4-1.

Mentally challenged Chinese kills US businessman

July 13, 2012 at 12:13 PM

Beijing, July 13 (IANS) A visiting US businessman has been killed by a suspected schizophrenic Chinese in Beijing city, leading to concerns being raised over handling of such suspects with mental health problems.

Liz Hurley gives 'verdict' on 'Fifty Shades Of Grey'

July 13, 2012 at 11:33 AM

London, July 13 (ANI): Elizabeth Hurley has become the latest celebrity to offer an opinion on the hugely popular erotic novel 'Fifty Shades Of Grey.'

Black Caps captain urges players to embrace underdog tag to play freely

July 6, 2012 at 2:16 PM

Kingston (Jamaica), July 6 (ANI): New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson has asked his side to embrace the tag of underdog and play with the freedom that comes with it.

Olympic champion Bolt suffers injury scare before London Games

July 6, 2012 at 1:04 PM

London, July 6(ANI): Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt has suffered an injury scare and wouldn't compete in any athletic event before the London Olympics.

Mills and Boon launch new erotic series to rival 50 Shades of Grey

July 4, 2012 at 4:54 PM

London, July 4 (ANI): Publishing house Mills and Boon, which is famous for its romantic fiction for housewives, is hoping to emulate the success of pornographic novel 'Fifty Shades of Grey' by launching its own erotic series, entitled 'Twelve Shades of Surrender.'

Sachin opts out, Jadeja dropped for Lanka ODI tour

July 4, 2012 at 3:34 PM

Mumbai, July 4 (ANI): The All India Senior Selection Committee met today at Cricket Centre, Mumbai to pick the Indian team for the five one-day internationals and one Twenty20 to be played in Sri Lanka in July - August 2012.

Bolt beaten in 100m at Jamaican Olympic trials

June 30, 2012 at 2:04 PM

Kingston, June 30 (IANS) World champion Yohan Blake edged world record holder Usain Bolt to win the men's 100-metre in 9.75 seconds at the Jamaican Olympic Athletic Trials here.

Taylor stresses on importance of Twenty20s to gain momentum for Windies tour

June 29, 2012 at 4:44 PM

Wellington, June 29 (ANI): New Zealand cricket captain Ross Taylor is stressing the importance of making an early statement on their tour of the West Indies, which starts on Sunday with the first of two Twenty20 internationals.

Cricket Wellington code of conduct hearing to decide Ryder's fate

June 27, 2012 at 9:51 PM

Wellington, June 27 (ANI): New Zealand batsman Jesse Ryder fate will be decided by the end of this week after his Cricket Wellington code of conduct hearing was finally convened last night, three months after an ugly clash between Ryder and Firebirds teammate Harry Boam.

Mills says New Zealand wary of inconsistent Windies

June 27, 2012 at 1:43 PM

Auckland, June 27 (IANS/CMC) New Zealand fast bowler Kyle Mills says it is the inconsistency of the West Indies that makes the Caribbean side such a difficult team to play against.

Fortified wheat flour for Jaipur open market

June 26, 2012 at 11:55 PM

Jaipur, June 26 (IANS) Jaipur witnessed one of the biggest-ever food fortification drives in the open market with the Tuesday launch of wheat flour fortified with iron, Vitamin B12 and folic acid.

'Tamil Nadu power corp wrong on wind power banking loss'

June 22, 2012 at 6:44 PM

Chennai, June 22 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu Spinning Mills Association (Tasma) termed as "deceptive" the Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation's (Tangedco) assumption of the loss it suffers offering wind power banking facility to power producers.

IT and software sector workers 'happiest' in Oz

June 21, 2012 at 11:09 AM

Melbourne, June 21 (ANI): Kayaks and massages, flu packs and subsidised canteens are just some of the reasons why software and IT companies are some of the best Australian workplaces, business magazine BRW has revealed.

Florida woman gropes back US' TSA agent in retaliation to 'treatment' she received

June 20, 2012 at 4:05 PM

Washington, June 20 (ANI): A Florida Airline passenger, who groped a Transportation Security Administration supervisor, claimed she was only demonstrating the treatment she got while going through security before catching her flight.