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Everything you need to know about Bommasandra Industrial Estate: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

CISF trainees asked to be prepared for new challenges

May 17, 2013 at 7:18 PM

Hyderabad, May 17 (IANS) Union Minister of State for Home R. P. N. Singh Friday called upon trainee CISF officers at the National Industrial Security Academy (NISA) here to prepare themselves effectively to meet the emerging challenges posed by the new forms of terrorism and militancy.

Industrial output rises 2.5 percent in March

May 10, 2013 at 12:06 PM

New Delhi, May 10 (IANS) India's industrial output grew by 2.5 percent in March 2013, as against a contraction of 2.8 percent in the corresponding month of 2012, government data showed Friday.

Russia to compile banned extremist symbols' list

May 9, 2013 at 8:40 AM

Moscow, May 9 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia will compile a list of extremist symbols, prohibited for use by non-governmental organisations and companies.

MJ hit with new child molestation claim by choreographer

May 8, 2013 at 4:00 PM

Washington, May 8 (ANI): Michael Jackson has been posthumously accused of molesting a now-famous choreographer, who spent lots of time with him at his Neverland Ranch, it has been revealed.

Carbon emissions 'rapidly acidifying' Arctic Ocean

May 7, 2013 at 2:16 PM

London, May 7 (ANI): Global warming is making the Arctic Ocean acidic, according to a new report by the Arctic Monitoring and Assessment Programme (AMAP).

Unemployment rate drops to four-year low in US

May 4, 2013 at 2:44 PM

London, May 4 (ANI): Stock markets rose to record levels after 165,000 new jobs were added last month, marking a four-year low in US unemployment.

Meghalaya industrial policy to protect tribal land

April 12, 2013 at 8:52 PM

Shillong, April 12 (IANS) Chief Minister Mukul Sangma Friday said the Meghalaya Industrial and Investment Promotion Policy 2012 has taken necessary precautions to protect the alienation of tribal land by not allowing outright transfer by way of sale to non-tribal entities.

India Inc calls for lower interest rates to boost industry

April 12, 2013 at 7:16 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Reacting to the February data for industrial production, industry bodies Friday called for rate cuts by the RBI to revive economic growth.

India's industrial output rises 0.6 percent in February

April 12, 2013 at 4:36 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) India's industrial output rose at a meagre 0.6 percent in February against an expansion of 4.3 percent in the corresponding month of 2011-12, government data showed Friday.

India's industrial output rises 0.6 percent in February

April 12, 2013 at 3:40 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) India's industrial output rose at a meagre 0.6 percent in February as against an expansion of 4.3 percent in the corresponding month of 2011-12, government data showed Friday.

Woman killed in Delhi Metro station shootout

March 26, 2013 at 1:38 PM

New Delhi, March 26 (IANS) A 25-year-old woman was killed Tuesday and her father critically injured after her husband allegedly shot at them in the Karkardooma Metro station in east Delhi Tuesday, a Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) official said.

Dikshit inaugurates Delhi Emporium

March 12, 2013 at 2:06 PM

New Delhi, March 12 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit Tuesday inaugurated the refurbished Delhi Emporium here.

Chemists and dental hygienists 'worst professions'

March 12, 2013 at 11:55 AM

Melbourne, Mar 12 (ANI): Not many of us would hate their bosses as much as chemists and dental hygienists do.

Spain's industrial production falls

March 9, 2013 at 2:27 PM

Madrid, March 9 (IANS) Spain's industrial production fell by 3.6 percent between January 2012 and January 2013, according to official figures.

First Saudi MNC sets up shop in India

March 8, 2013 at 11:55 AM

Mumbai, March 8 (IANS) Zamil Industrial has become the first Saudi Arabian multi-national corporation to establish a fully-owned subsidiary in India to exploit the booming air-conditioners and home products segment, a company official said.

Seven new cities planned on Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor(DMIC)

February 28, 2013 at 4:19 PM

New Delhi, Feb.28 (ANI): Finance Minister P Chidambaram in his budget speech in the Lok Sabha today said that the Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC) project has made rapid progress.

Budget Highlights (Roundup)

February 28, 2013 at 1:55 PM

New Delhi, Feb 28 (IANS) Highlights of the budget for 2013-14 presented by Finance Minister P. Chidambaram in the Lok Sabha on Thursday:

Budget highlights 12

February 28, 2013 at 12:59 PM

No service tax on vocational courses run by institutes affiliated to state governments

Budget highlights 11

February 28, 2013 at 12:59 PM

Modified law on GST to be tabled during budget session

Budget highlights 10

February 28, 2013 at 12:51 PM

Modified law to prevent tax avoidance to come into effect April 1, 2016

Budget highlights 9

February 28, 2013 at 12:27 PM

No revision of personal income tax slabs; relief in first bracket through tax credit of Rs.2,000 for earnings up to Rs.5 lakh

Budget highlights 8

February 28, 2013 at 12:19 PM

Defence allocated Rs.2 lakh 3,672 crore

Budget highlights 7

February 28, 2013 at 12:19 PM

Capital infusion of Rs.12,570 crore in 13 public sector banks during 2012-13; another Rs.14,000 crore for capital infusion in 2013-14 to meet Basel-3 norms

Budget highlights 6

February 28, 2013 at 12:03 PM

Two new ports to be set up in West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh to add 100 million tonnes handling capacity

Budget highlights 5

February 28, 2013 at 12:03 PM

Infrastructure debt funds to be encouraged

Parrikar like Yeddyurappa in nepotism, says Congress

February 27, 2013 at 4:11 PM

Panaji, Feb 27 (IANS) Goa's opposition Congress party Wednesday accused Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar of nepotism in allotting an industrial plot to his son and compared him with former Karnataka chief minister B.S. Yedyurappa of the BJP.

Modern diet altered oral bacteria

February 18, 2013 at 2:41 PM

London, February 18 (ANI): DNA preserved in calcified bacteria on the teeth of ancient human skeletons has shed light on the dramatic changes in human diet and health from the Neolithic Age to the modern day.

Family of Pistorius' girlfriend left 'devastated' following sudden death

February 14, 2013 at 4:09 PM

Johannesburg, Feb 14 (ANI): The family of Paralympic athlete Oscar Pistorius' girlfriend has been left devastated following her sudden death, according to a close family pal.

Swedish golfer uses golf tee to extract spider venom from bite during tournament Down Under

February 14, 2013 at 12:41 PM

Canberra, Feb 14 (ANI): A Swedish golfer has claimed that she had to use a golf tee to extract venom from her leg after being bitten by a poisonous spider during a qualifying tournament in Canberra.

Apple loses right to use iPhone trademark in Brazil

February 14, 2013 at 11:53 AM

Rio De Janeiro, Feb. 14 (Xinhua-ANI): U.S. technology giant Apple Tuesday lost the right to use the iPhone brand in Brazil, according to the country's National Industrial Property Institute (INPI).

High-tech titanium tags to help track big fish

February 7, 2013 at 3:47 PM

Sydney, Feb 7 (IANS) Scientists are building a new generation of hi-tech titanium tags to help track big sea fish such as sharks, marlin and swordfish for longer periods.

Apple loses right to iPhone brand in Brazil

February 6, 2013 at 12:36 PM

Rio de Janeiro, Feb 6 (IANS) US technology giant Apple Tuesday lost the right to use the iPhone brand in Brazil, according to the country's National Industrial Property Institute (INPI).

Business deals worth Rs.250 crore at 'Stonemart 2013'

February 3, 2013 at 6:30 PM

Jaipur, Feb 3 (IANS) Business deals worth over Rs.250 crore were done at the seventh edition of Stonemart 2013 exhibition that ended Sunday, the organisers said.

Architects planning to build moon base using 3D printer

February 1, 2013 at 3:50 PM

Washington, Feb 1 (ANI): Industrial partners including renowned architects Foster + Partners have joined with ESA to test the feasibility of using 3D printing to build a lunar base from local materials.

Cabinet clears revival package for PSU Scooters India Ltd.

January 31, 2013 at 4:46 PM

New Delhi, Jan 31 (ANI): The Union Cabinet today approved the revival of Scooters India Limited, Lucknow (SIL) through infusion of funds of Rs. 90.38 crore as capex/working capital and financial restructuring through waiver/conversion of Government of India loan/interest to the tune of Rs.111.58 crore.

British GDP shrank in Q4 of 2012

January 26, 2013 at 9:44 AM

London, Jan 26 (IANS/EFE) Britain's economy contracted by 0.3 percent in the fourth quarter of 2012, according to gross domestic product figures released Friday by the Office for National Statistics.

TN corporation fined Rs.26 lakh for delay in disbursing loan

January 22, 2013 at 2:40 PM

New Delhi, Jan 22 (IANS) Harassment by a disbursing agency that withholds an instalment of a sanctioned amount is deficiency in service, the top consumer court has said while directing a Tamil Nadu government organisation to give Rs.26 lakh to a factory owner.

Kidnapped Pakistani man rescued, 12 held

January 7, 2013 at 10:23 AM

Islamabad, Jan 7 (IANS) Police in northwest Pakistan's Peshawar city Monday rescued a man who was abducted a few days ago and arrested 12 people for their alleged involvement in the crime.

I paid MJ's bills, I want my money back: MJ's assistant

January 7, 2013 at 9:11 AM

Los Angeles, Jan 7 (IANS) Michael Jackson's personal assistant, who claims that he covered some of the late pop legend's expenses while the King of Pop was living in Vegas, has filed a claim to recover his money, reports tmz.com.

Latest data shows weak Japanese economy

December 28, 2012 at 12:21 PM

London, Dec. 28 (ANI): Japan has reported weak economic data, underlining the challenges the new government will face in reviving growth in the world's third-largest economy.

UP gears up for the Global Partnership Summit at Agra

December 27, 2012 at 10:21 PM

Lucknow, Dec 27 (IANS) With the Global Partnership for Enduring Growth Summit, scheduled to be held under the aegis of Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) in Agra Jan 27-28, 2013, drawing close, a preparatory meeting was held here Thursday.

Bangladeshi traders participate in Jalpaiguri industrial trade fair

December 27, 2012 at 6:05 PM

Jalpaiguri, Dec. 27 (ANI): Over 150 domestic and foreign participants have come together to set up stalls at the 6th Industrial Trade Fair-2012 in Jalpaiguri, West Bengal, which began on December 25 and will continue till December 31.

Job seekers with pics on LinkedIn more likely to land jobs than ones without: Study

December 20, 2012 at 1:01 PM

Washington, Dec. 20 (ANI): A new study has revealed that job candidates with pictures on their LinkedIn profiles were viewed more favourably than candidates without pictures, and were more likely to be hired by employers.

Brazilian firm launches Iphone, says it owns the name

December 19, 2012 at 11:49 AM

Rio de Janeiro, Dec 19 (IANS/EFE) The Brazilian electronics manufacturer IGB Eletronica Tuesday launched a line of smartphones it is calling the "Iphone", claiming that it owns the intellectual property rights to that name in this country.

Rajasthan's Rs.10 crore fund for ceramic skills

December 18, 2012 at 6:45 PM

Jaipur, Dec 18 (IANS) Rajasthan Industries and Mines Minister Rajendra Pareek Tuesday announced a Rs.10-crore fund for skills development in the ceramics and glass sector and promised a customised package within two months to attract investment in this area.

Ant, termite mounds now gold-diggers' new help?

December 16, 2012 at 12:06 PM

Sydney, Dec 16 (IANS) Researchers will be now able to locate gold and other mineral deposits in an eco-friendly and cost effective way, just by analysing small ant and termite mounds.

Haryana's Manesar to emerge as major industrial hub: Assocham

December 14, 2012 at 7:40 PM

Gurgaon, Dec 14 (IANS) Manesar will emerge as a major industrial hub for investors in northern India and is likely to attract over Rs.100,000-crore investment and generate about 150,00,00 skilled and unskilled jobs by 2020, industry body Assocham said Friday.

U.S. targets entities, persons linked to Iran's nuke program

December 14, 2012 at 1:56 PM

Washington, Dec. 14 (Xinhua-ANI): The Obama administration on Thursday revved up the pressure on Iran over its controversial nuclear program by imposing sanctions on seven more entities and five individuals.

Chidambaram sees "green shoots" in Indian economy

December 12, 2012 at 8:08 PM

New Delhi, Dec.12 (ANI): Finance Minister P. Chidambaram on Wednesday said that he was encouraged by the 8.2 per cent growth in industrial output in October, saying it reflected the emergence of "green shoots" in the Indian economy.

Industrial output in October grows by 8.2 percent

December 12, 2012 at 4:48 PM

New Delhi, Dec 12 (IANS) India's industrial production rose by 8.2 percent in October from a year earlier on a rebound in manufacturing, power and higher output of capital as well as consumer goods, indicating a recovery in the economy, government data showed Wednesday.

Tatas explore production facility for JLR in Saudi Arabia

December 11, 2012 at 4:24 PM

Mumbai/Riyadh, Dec 11 (IANS) The Tata Group is exploring the possibility of setting up an automotive facility in Saudi Arabia for its prestigious Jaguar Land Rover vehicles.

Ants and termites aid discovery of new gold deposits

December 10, 2012 at 11:52 AM

Brisbane, December 10 (ANI): Ants and termites are stockpiling gold in their mounds, according to Australia's national science agency, The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO).

Fish ear bones can reveal past climates

December 4, 2012 at 9:24 AM

Sydney, Dec 4 (IANS) Fish ear bones and their distinctive growth rings can offer clues to climate change impact in aquatic environments, says a latest finding.

Industrial production rises 6.5 percent in October

November 30, 2012 at 8:39 PM

New Delhi, Nov 30 (IANS) India's industrial output grew by 6.5 percent in October, on account of double-digit growth in production of petroleum refinery products and of the coal sector, government data showed Friday.

Soon, digital teabags to brew drinks in 2 minutes

November 27, 2012 at 1:34 PM

London, Nov. 27 (ANI): The company that introduced the world to first round teabags has now developed Te, a pod-based tea maker prototype, which will reduce time to brew the drink from the traditional 4 minutes to 2.

Manufacturing hub coming up in Delhi

November 25, 2012 at 3:33 PM

New Delhi, Nov 25 (IANS) DSIIDC is establishing a large multi?level manufacturing hub for industries to set up or expand their activities here in the non?polluting manufacturing sector.

Rajasthan to host 'Vastra' textile exposition Nov 22?25

November 21, 2012 at 12:34 PM

Jaipur, Nov 21 (IANS) The best and latest in textile industry, from fibre and fashion to infrastructure to technology, will be showcased at "Vastra 2012" exposition here Nov 22?25, attracting some 350 buyers from 60 countries, the organisers said Wednesday.

Delhi's Rs.1,800 crore industrial park delayed

November 20, 2012 at 3:06 PM

New Delhi, Nov 20 (IANS) The Delhi government's ambitious Knowledge?Based Industrial Park, which would have a capacity of creating 100,000 skilled jobs in the capital, has been delayed by a year for lack of clearance from the Fire Department, a government official said.

'Improvement in export ratio despite slump in industrial production': Commerce Secretary

November 12, 2012 at 7:39 PM

New Delhi, Nov. 12 (ANI): Commerce Secretary S.R. Rao on Monday said that the country's export ratio has slightly improved despite the latest IIP (Index of Industrial Production) data suggesting exports falling by 1.6 percent for the sixth month in a row.

Industrial production declines 0.4 percent in September

November 12, 2012 at 1:31 PM

New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) India's industrial output contracted 0.4 percent in September, dragged down by deceleration in production in manufacturing, capital and consumer durables sectors, government data showed Monday.

'Gangnam Style' dancing robot wins Chinese competition

November 3, 2012 at 3:43 PM

London, Nov 3 (ANI): A robot programmed to dance to the tune of South Korean rapper Psy's viral hit 'Gangnam Style' has been crowned a competition winner in China.

Walt Disney buys Lucasfilm for $4bn, targets to make 7th film in Star Wars series

October 31, 2012 at 11:40 AM

London, Oct. 31 (ANI): Hollywood film giant Walt Disney has agreed to pay veteran film maker George Lucas 4.05 billion dollars to acquire the company behind the Star Wars franchise and make the seventh film in the series.

DSIIDC to hold 'Days of Moscow' in Delhi

October 24, 2012 at 1:51 PM

New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) The Delhi State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corp (DSIIDC) is organising "Days of Moscow" festival here Oct 26-28 that will see cultural, business and fashion events.

Uttarakhand Govt. not taking fertile farm land for industrial development: Bahuguna

October 24, 2012 at 12:55 PM

Dehradun, Oct. 24 (ANI): The Uttarakhand Government is not taking possession of fertile agricultural land for the purpose of industrial development, Chief Minister Vijay Bahuguna said on Wednesday, and added that only unused land was being targetted for the latter.

China's GDP slows

October 18, 2012 at 3:26 PM

Beijing, Oct 18 (IANS) China's economy grew 7.4 percent year-on-year in the third quarter of 2012, slower from 7.6 percent in the second quarter and 8.1 percent in the first, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) announced Thursday.

Dietary fibre's cancer-fighting properties unveiled

October 15, 2012 at 1:33 PM

The role of dietary fibres in providing a shield against cancer has been unmasked. Previously it was considered that dietary fibre is only good for intestines. The new research has found that it insulates intestine from cancer by transporting antioxidants to the large intestine.

Dietary fibre's cancer-fighting role uncovered

October 15, 2012 at 10:20 AM

Sydney, Oct 15 (IANS) Dietary fibre not only protects our intestines but also insulates it from cancer by transporting antioxidants to the large intestine, says new research.

'Faba beans can beat cancers'

October 14, 2012 at 11:32 AM

Sydney, Oct 14 (IANS) Faba beans have potent antioxidant properties that could beat cancer and hypertension besides helping you stay in shape, according to an Australian research which yielded an insight into the mechanism that inhibited the cancer cell multiplication.

Bids for Lucknow IT park submitted

October 10, 2012 at 6:44 PM

Lucknow, Oct 10 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh government Wednesday shortlisted three developers to submit bids by Nov 5 for setting up an IT Park here.

India's growth forecast down following delayed monsoon, weak investment: ADB

October 3, 2012 at 3:50 PM

New Delhi, Oct.3 (ANI): Falling global demand and a delayed monsoon curtailing agricultural growth have exacerbated India's recent economic slowdown, and have led to reduced growth forecasts by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for fiscal years 2012 and 2013.

2 dead, 7 injured in S China chemical plant blast

September 27, 2012 at 3:46 PM

Beijing, Sept. 27 (Xinhua-ANI): Two workers were killed and another seven injured on Thursday in a chemical plant explosion in south China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, police said.

Rajasthan's RIICO declares record profit, dividend

September 27, 2012 at 9:30 AM

Jaipur, Sep 27 (IANS) Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corp (RIICO) has posted a record profit of Rs.473.44 crore for 2011-12, a rise of an impressive 67.8 percent over the previous year, the state's development catalyst said in a statement.

India unable to make impact in science globally: PM

September 26, 2012 at 6:11 PM

New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Wednesday said India has not been able to make an impact in science on a world scale commensurate with its large scientific manpower pool.

UP to expedite implementation of new industrial policy

September 21, 2012 at 12:59 PM

Lucknow, Sep 21 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh government has directed various departments to expedite the implementation of the new industrial policy.

UP wants more railway stations

September 14, 2012 at 8:52 PM

Lucknow, Sep 14 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Friday urged the central government to form Inter-State Regional Transport Authorities and called for more railway stations in the state.

India allows up to 51 percent FDI in multi-brand retail

September 14, 2012 at 7:16 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) Just a day after announcing the steepest ever hike in diesel price, the government Friday took another politically contentious decision of allowing overseas investments in multi-brand retail.

IIP grows 0.1 percent in July, government calls meeting to revive manufacturing

September 12, 2012 at 6:42 PM

New Delhi, Sep 12 (IANS) India's industrial output grew in July, reversing the contraction in June, but at a marginal 0.1 percent from a year earlier, government data showed Wednesday.

Industrial output in July grows at 0.1 percent

September 12, 2012 at 4:02 PM

New Delhi, Sep 12 (IANS) India's industrial production grew in July, reversing the contraction in June, but at a marginal 0.1 percent from a year earlier, government data showed Wednesday.

Apple's iconic designs 'inspired by simplicity' of German firm Braun's products?

September 10, 2012 at 12:34 PM

London, Sept 10 (ANI): Iconic designs of Apple products were apparently inspired by products of a German consumer goods manufacturer, Braun, in the 1950s and 1960s, a report has claimed.

Industrial-scale drug lab found in Guatemala

September 6, 2012 at 1:59 PM

Guatemala City, Sep 6 (IANS/EFE) Police found an industrial-scale synthetic-drug lab in a rural area near the Mexican border, Guatemala's interior ministry said Wednesday.

Bosses urged to tame rude Facebook users

September 4, 2012 at 1:13 PM

Washington, September 4 (ANI): Bosses are obligated to discipline workers who post insulting messages on Facebook, an Australian labour conference has been told.

Sesa admits to causing pollution in Goa village

August 29, 2012 at 11:47 AM

Panaji, Aug 29 (IANS) Sesa Goa Ltd (SGL) Wednesday admitted to "accidental misfiring" of two burners at its coke plant here causing pollution in nearby areas. But it refuted allegations of fraud in setting up the plant.

Land takeover begins for Delhi-Mumbai corridor

August 22, 2012 at 6:56 PM

New Delhi, Aug 22 (IANS) Five of the six states through which the proposed $100 billion Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC) would pass, have started the process of land acquisition, Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jyotiraditya Scindia said Wednesday.

India permits trade through FDI from Pakistan

August 22, 2012 at 5:20 PM

New Delhi, Aug 22 (ANI): Minister of State of Commerce and Industry Jyotiraditya Scindia on Wednesday said that India has decided to permit trade through Foreign direct investment (FDI) from Pakistan.

Philips to build LED manufacturing centre in China

August 22, 2012 at 11:52 AM

Beijing, Aug 22 (IANS) Philips (China) Investment Co. Ltd. has started construction on an LED manufacturing centre in Chengdu, capital of southwest China's Sichuan province, authorities said.

Tepco ordered to defer announcing looming explosion at Fukushima plant

August 16, 2012 at 9:33 PM

Tokyo, Aug. 16 (ANI): Tokyo Electric Power Co (TEPCO) was ordered by the Nuclear and Industrial Safety Agency (NISA) in March 2011 to delay announcing that the pressure level in one of the Fukushima No. 1 plant's broken reactors was spiking to critical levels, teleconference footage released by the utility has revealed.

Saudi Arabia planning women-only city to boost female workforce

August 12, 2012 at 2:01 PM

London, August 12 (ANI): Saudi Arabia is planning to build a new city exclusively for women in a bid to combine Sharia law and career minded females, pursuing work.

Factory output dips by 1.8 percent in June (Roundup)

August 9, 2012 at 6:57 PM

New Delhi, Aug 9 (IANS) India's industrial output dropped 1.8 percent in June, the third time in four months, due to a sharp contraction in manufacturing production, government data showed Thursday.

India's industrial output drops by 1.8 percent in June

August 9, 2012 at 1:45 PM

New Delhi, Aug 9 (IANS) India's industrial output dropped by 1.8 percent in June due to a sharp contraction in manufacturing production, government data showed Thursday. Factory output has contracted for the third time in the past four months.

Industrial output drops by 1.8 percent in June

August 9, 2012 at 1:13 PM

New Delhi, Aug 9 (IANS) India's industrial output dropped by 1.8 percent in June due to a sharp contraction in manufacturing production, government data showed Thursday.

Industrial production in Spain falls

August 9, 2012 at 11:29 AM

Madrid, Aug 9 (IANS) Industrial production in Spain fell by 6.9 percent between June 2011 and June 2012, the Spanish Statistical Institute (INE) reported.

Light and sound show to restart in Lucknow

August 8, 2012 at 2:09 PM

Lucknow, Aug 8 (IANS) The sound and light show at the British-era Residency, which was stopped a few years ago, is set to resume again here.

India may tweak SME definition for IKEA investment

August 4, 2012 at 6:17 PM

Colombo, Aug 4 (IANS) The Indian government may change the definition of small and medium enterprises (SME) to facilitate investments from Swedish furniture giant IKEA, Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma said Saturday.

India allows investments from Pakistan

August 1, 2012 at 5:23 PM

New Delhi, Aug 1 (IANS) In a major step towards normalising economic relations, India Wednesday announced changes in regulation to allow investment from Pakistani firms and individuals.

'Southern ocean re-routes 40 percent of carbon emissions'

July 31, 2012 at 4:27 PM

London, July 31 (IANS) The Southern Ocean re-routes as much as 40 percent of the annual global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, helping the world's oceans absorb them, according to a UK survey.

How carbon gets stored in the Southern Ocean

July 30, 2012 at 5:15 PM

London, July 30 (ANI): Scientists have shed light on how carbon is drawn down from the surface of the Southern Ocean to the deep waters beneath.

Danny Boyle explains 'Isles of Wonder'

July 28, 2012 at 2:02 AM

London, July 28 (IANS) It is titled "Isles of Wonder" and was four years in the making from the moment director Danny Boyle sat down in a room with four collaborators to the moment 15,000 performers stepped into the Olympic Stadium in front of the eyes of the world here Friday night.

Arrogant bosses equated with poor performance

July 26, 2012 at 1:54 PM

Washington, July 26 (IANS) Arrogant bosses are typically poor performers who can drain the bottom line by slighting subordinates to mask their own insecurities and creating organisational dysfunction.

Iran launches first domestically-built oil tanker: report

July 25, 2012 at 4:42 PM

Tehran, July 25 (Xinhua-ANI): Iran has launched its first domestically-built oil tanker, the Tehran Times daily reported on Wednesday.

A torchbearer at Olympics, and elsewhere

July 24, 2012 at 7:39 PM

Dibrugarh (Assam), July 24 (ANI): Seventeen-year old Pinky Karmakar comes across as an average eleventh grade teenager, but the girl from the Borborooah Tea Estate here has achieved something distinctly stupendous that places her heads and shoulders above her colleagues.