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Everything you need to know about Dumuria Bisstaria: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Maoist arrested in Bengal

July 4, 2012 at 7:02 PM

Kolkata, July 4(IANS) A Maoist suspected to be involved in several incidents of violence was arrested early Wednesday from his house in West Bengal's West Midnapore district, police said.

Saudi Arabia pushes for 'stricter' school girl uniforms

June 7, 2012 at 6:32 PM

Dubai, June 7 (ANI): The Saudi Arabian education directorate has decided to push for "stricter" and "more decent"' school uniforms for girls after it noticed tendencies among students for open collar designs and "inadequate" belts.

Kim Kardashian apologises to India after calling Indian food `disgusting`

May 31, 2012 at 11:19 AM

Melbourne, May 31 (ANI): Kim Kardashian, who told her family that she thinks Indian food is "disgusting", has now insisted that she didn't intend to offend anyone.

Obama's top military advisor backs cutting U.S. aid to Pak over Dr Afridi arrest

May 29, 2012 at 2:47 PM

Washington, May 29 (ANI): U.S. President Barack Obama's top military adviser, General Martin Dempsey, has said senate lawmakers had made the right call by voting to trim aid to Pakistan, over the conviction of Dr Shakil Afridi, who helped the CIA track down Al-Qaeda chief, Osama Bin Laden.

'Shake and fold' to pat hands dry with just one paper towel

May 29, 2012 at 2:47 PM

Washington, may 29 (ANI): A US attorney has demonstrated the perfect paper towel technique, which can dry out wet hands with just a single piece of tissue.

First generation iPad prototype up for auction

May 29, 2012 at 1:19 PM

Melbourne, May 29 (ANI): The "First Generation Prototype" of the original iPad has gone on sale on eBay, attracting bids of at least 10,000 dollars so far.

Staying connected from bathroom 'new norm' for Facebook addicts

May 29, 2012 at 1:19 PM

Melbourne, May 29 (ANI): Facebook and Twitter addicts post updates that may have been composed in the restroom, a new research has found.

Ferrari makes 3m pounds special edition sports car just for Clapton

May 29, 2012 at 11:35 AM

London, May 29 (ANI): Italian car makers Ferrari have made a stunning 3-million-pound special edition sports car just for music legend Eric Clapton.

Global warming skeptics know more about science than climate change believers

May 29, 2012 at 10:55 AM

Washington, May 29 (ANI): People who are not that worried about the effects of global warming tend to have a slightly higher level of scientific knowledge than those who are worried, according to a new study.

I do not have British citizenship: Rehman Malik

May 29, 2012 at 10:55 AM

London, May 29 (ANI): Pakistan Interior Minister Rehman Malik has reiterated his claim that he does not have British citizenship.

Saudi scholar offers $450,000 bounty to kill Syrian president Assad

May 29, 2012 at 10:55 AM

Riyadh, May 29 (ANI): A Saudi Arabia scholar has reportedly offered a 450,000 dollars reward for killing Syrian President Bashar Al Assad.

US couple's live 'lip-dub' wedding proposal video goes viral

May 28, 2012 at 7:20 PM

New York, May 28 (ANI): A Portland actor showed his extraordinary romantic side when he got together 60 of his friends to propose to his girlfriend through a live lip-synced version of the Bruno Mars song 'Marry Me'.

Cricket was just by chance, says now 'cage fighter'Adam Hollioake

May 28, 2012 at 7:19 PM

London, May 28 (ANI): Former England cricketer Adam Hollioake has revealed that his friends and family were surprised when he chose the gentleman's game over rugby and boxing as his profession.

Sevilla unveil goalkeeper Diego Lopez

May 28, 2012 at 7:19 PM

Madrid, May 28 (IANS) Sevilla presented former Villarreal goalkeeper Diego Lopez as a new signing for the 2012-2013 season Monday.

Moore denies reconciliation with Kutcher

May 28, 2012 at 6:39 PM

Los Angeles, May 28 (IANS) Demi Moore has denied reports of reconciliation with her estranged husband Ashton Kutcher, saying her tweets have been taken out of context.

Nicole Kidman did not fake peeing on Zac Efron in 'Paperboy'

May 28, 2012 at 6:15 PM

Melbourne, May 28 (ANI): While out promoting her movie 'Paperboy' at Cannes, Nicole Kidman revealed that the scene, which saw her urinating on her co-stars Zac Efron's face was real.

Oz electronic firm Kogan launches 'cheapest' Android tablet

May 28, 2012 at 2:07 PM

Sydney, May 28 (ANI): An Australian consumer electronics manufacturer, Kogan, has launched a new Android tablet, which it says is the cheapest in its category.

Panetta warns cuts to defense spending would be 'disastrous' for US

May 28, 2012 at 1:11 PM

Washington, May 28 (ANI): U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta has warned that scheduled congressional cuts to the defense budget in January would be overall "disastrous" for America.

Panetta brands Romney's criticism of Afghan drawdown plan 'campaign rhetoric'

May 28, 2012 at 12:39 PM

Washington, May 28 (ANI): US Defense Secretary Leon Panetta has hit back at Republican Presidential contender Mitt Romney's criticism of the Obama administration's Afghanistan drawdown strategy, saying that the plan to remove most combat troops by 2014 is working.

Jet Airways flight makes emergency landing in Mumbai after engine catches fire

May 28, 2012 at 11:19 AM

Mumbai, May 28 (ANI): About 158 passengers on board Jet Airways Riyadh-Mumbai flight on Monday escaped unhurt after a fire broke out in the left engine of the aircraft on its landing here.

Picking perfect names gets tricky for twins

May 27, 2012 at 10:47 PM

Melbourne, May 27 (ANI): Most parents apparently find it twice as hard to zero in on the perfect names for their twins.

Red planet turns blue in recent Mars image

May 27, 2012 at 10:47 PM

London, May 27 (ANI): A new image taken by Nasa's rover perched on the edge of a 14 mile-wide crater shows Mars in shades of blue.

Kristen Stewart hated horse-riding in 'Snow White'

May 27, 2012 at 5:47 PM

Washington, May 27 (ANI): Kristen Stewart has revealed that riding a horse in 'Snow White and the huntsman' was the "worst part" of making the movie.

David Hasselhoff wants to buy bar for girlfriend Hayley Roberts

May 27, 2012 at 5:47 PM

Washington, May 27 (ANI): David Hasselhoff wants to buy his Welsh girlfriend Hayley Roberts a bar, and plans to call it the Hoff and Hounds.

I am very good with side nudity, says Charlize Theron

May 27, 2012 at 5:47 PM

Washington, May 27 (ANI): Charlize Theron, who briefly stripped down for her role in 'Snow White and the Huntsman', has revealed that she is good with side nudity.

Instagram web traffic up 78 pct after Facebook purchase, Android app release

May 27, 2012 at 5:22 PM

Washington, May 27 (ANI): Photo-sharing social network Instagram has seen a 78 percent uptick in unique visitors after it launched its Android app, and was acquired by Facebook.

Hasselhoff wants to gift pub to girlfriend

May 27, 2012 at 5:06 PM

London, May 27 (IANS) "Baywatch" actor David Hasselhoff is so much in love with his Welsh girlfriend Hayley Roberts that he wants to fulfil her dream of owning a pub.

Aussie batsman White's IPL stint helped him regain lost form

May 27, 2012 at 2:34 PM

Sydney, May 27(ANI): Australian batsman Cameron White believes his stint in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for his franchise Deccan Chargers has helped him to regain his lost form.

US' SpaceX Dragon ship 'smells like a brand new car': NASA astronaut

May 27, 2012 at 1:55 PM

Texas, May 27 (ANI): NASA astronaut Donald Pettit has said that the interiors of a Dragon ship of California SpaceX smell like of a brand new car.

Son made me more creative: Theron

May 27, 2012 at 12:50 PM

Los Angeles, May 27 (IANS) Actor Charlize Theron says she was about to opt out of "Snow White and the Huntsman" but decided otherwise because her newly adopted son made her more creative.

Google warns users of virus that could shut down Internet connections on July 9

May 26, 2012 at 4:26 PM

Washington, May 26 (ANI): Search giant Google has issued a warring to its millions of users that they could lose the ability to connect to the Internet in July due to a computer virus.

People actually smile when they're frustrated

May 26, 2012 at 3:47 PM

Washington, May 26 (ANI): It may be hard to believe but a new study has found that most people smile when they're frustrated.

Chelsea star Luiz out of Brazil friendlies

May 26, 2012 at 3:47 PM

Brasilia, May 25 (Xinhua-ANI) -- Chelsea defender David Luiz has been ruled out of Brazil's upcoming international friendlies after failing to overcome a thigh injury.

Michelle Obama wishes she was Beyonce

May 26, 2012 at 2:50 PM

New York, May 26 (IANS) US First Lady Michelle Obama harbours musical dreams. She says she would have loved if she had the gift of a melodious voice and she could sing like Beyonce Knowles.

Faris wants eight kids!

May 26, 2012 at 2:18 PM

Los Angeles, May 26 (IANS) Actress Anna Faris is expecting her first child this fall, but she already wants to have more kids.

Facebook eyeing Opera Software buyout to create own browser

May 26, 2012 at 1:23 PM

Washington, May 26 (ANI): Social networking giant is planning to buy a Norwegian software firm in a bid to launch its own browser, according to a report.

Britney Spears denies claims 'she stormed off' US X Factor set

May 26, 2012 at 12:35 PM

London, May 26 (ANI): Britney Spears has denied claims that she walked off the US X Factor set, after a contestant performed her single 'Hold It Against Me'.

'Biggest loser' Zuckerberg suffered $3.2 bln loss in week since Facebook floatation

May 26, 2012 at 11:31 AM

Sydney, May 26 (ANI): Mark Zuckerberg, co-founder of the world's most popular social networking site Facebook lost 3.2 billion dollars this week as share values of his firm dropped 16.5 percent, according to a report.

Top Chinese official cancelled UK visit over 'hurtful' Cameron-Dalai Lama meeting

May 26, 2012 at 11:30 AM

London, May 26 (ANI): China had reportedly cancelled a senior leader's visit to Britain in protest against a meeting between UK Prime Minister David Cameron and the Dalai Lama.

'Traitor' Afridi's arrest used as 'example' by Pak intelligence services: Expert

May 25, 2012 at 9:47 PM

Washington, May 25 (ANI): An expert has said there is no reason that Islamabad can't come to its senses on the issue of Dr Afridi's arrest and sentencing, realising that the two countries are together in this long struggle against dark forces.

Cameron Diaz loved how breasts 'got bigger and bigger' in new flick

May 25, 2012 at 9:47 PM

London, May 25 (ANI): Cameron Diaz couldn't stop bragging about her breasts while talking about her new film 'What to Expect When You're Expecting' as she openly flirted with veteran broadcaster, 86-year-old David Attenborough during a talk show.

'Blade Runner' voted best sci-fi fantasy and horror film

May 25, 2012 at 6:00 PM

Melbourne, May 25 (ANI): Hollywood film director Ridley Scott's 'Blade Runner' has been named the best sci-fi fantasy and horror film of all time.

Obama leads by thin margin over Romney in crucial swing states, finds poll

May 25, 2012 at 6:00 PM

Washington, May 25 (ANI): U.S. President Barack Obama has a narrow advantage over presumptive Republican nominee Mitt Romney in three most crucial states, Florida, Ohio and Virginia, according to poll.

'Disappearing' tweets mystery solved

May 25, 2012 at 5:50 PM

The mystery about disappearing 'get' word has reportedly been solved and it was found that Microsoft DOS command might be the culprit for it.

'Disappearing' tweets mystery solved

May 25, 2012 at 3:00 PM

Melbourne, May 25 (ANI): The mystery of a word getting disappeared from 'tweets' all over the world has been solved and it seems that MS-DOS is the culprit.

Kerala bans gutka, paan masala

May 25, 2012 at 1:56 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, May 25 (IANS) The Kerala government Friday imposed a complete ban on sale and consumption of gutka and paan masala in the state, Chief Minister Oommen Chandy said.

Flexibility scores over 9-5 timings in job preference

May 25, 2012 at 1:00 PM

Melbourne, May 25 (ANI): It seems that 9-5 desk job is losing it's popularity, with a new survey suggesting that Australia is leading the world in freelance and part-time work.

Jesus was crucified on Friday April 3, 33 A.D.

May 25, 2012 at 1:00 PM

Washington, May 25 (ANI): A study on earthquake activity at the Dead Sea has revealed the exact date of Jesus' crucifixion, which has been debated for years.

Most dangerous websites' list shows porn sites surprisingly safe

May 25, 2012 at 12:36 PM

Washington, May 25 (ANI): Pornographic websites have ceased to be the 'most dangerous' places on web for picking up viruses.

Pak student sets Guinness Record for Microsoft Professional Certificate programming

May 25, 2012 at 11:24 AM

Lahore, May 25 (ANI): A Pakistani student has set a world record by achieving 998 marks out of a total of 1000 in a Microsoft Professional Certificate programme.

Jay-Z in run for 'Dad of the Year' award

May 25, 2012 at 3:16 AM

London, May 25 (IANS) Singer Jay-Z and British reality TV star Jack Osbourne, who became fathers recently, are in the run for the 'Dad of the Year' award.

Diaz flirts with David Attenborough

May 25, 2012 at 1:40 AM

London, May 25 (IANS) Actress Cameron Diaz, 39, openly flirted with veteran broadcaster, 86-year-old David Attenborough during a talk show.

Oz sports minister slams 'cheap, degrading' Lingerie football

May 24, 2012 at 9:46 PM

Melbourne, May 24 (ANI): Australia's Federal Sports Minister Kate Lundy has lashed out at the Lingerie Football League, describing it as 'cheap, degrading' perv.

U.S. General sees progress in U.S.-Pak relationship

May 24, 2012 at 9:43 PM

Washington, May 24 (ANI): Although America's relationship with Pakistan has been battered by a string of recent setbacks, a top U.S. general has said, the fact that both countries have finally started talking again, is at least a positive sign.

Pregnant Snooki expecting a boy, but wished for girl

May 24, 2012 at 9:43 PM

Washington, May 24 (ANI): 'Jersey Shore' star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi, who announced Wednesday that she is expecting a baby boy, was wishing to have a daughter.

New swimsuit 'allows girls to drop a dress size without going on diet'

May 24, 2012 at 9:43 PM

London, May 24 (ANI): Women, who are finding it tough to shed a few pounds before setting out on vacations, will be pleased by a new single-piece slim suit, which will make them look a whole size smaller.

Cameron Diaz says new movie not a guide to child-bearing

May 24, 2012 at 9:41 PM

London, May 24 (ANI): Cameron Diaz has warned cinema-goers that her latest film, which is named after pregnancy manual 'What To Expect When You're Expecting', is no guide to child-bearing.

Chambers takes help of top sports psychiatrist to catch Bolt

May 24, 2012 at 9:40 PM

London, May 24 (ANI): To close the gap on fastest man on earth Usain Bolt, British sprinter Dwain Chambers is taking help of the top sports psychiatrist Steve Peters.

TVS logs 28 percent net profit, to launch new vehicles

May 24, 2012 at 6:36 PM

Chennai, May 24 (IANS) Closing last fiscal with 28 percent growth in its after-tax profit, two- and three-wheeler maker TVS Motor Company announced Thursday that it would launch an executive segment motorcycle this August.

Now, gorge on the moon and stars for breakfast

May 24, 2012 at 5:56 PM

Mumbai, May 24 (IANS) Breakfasts for children just got more exciting with the introduction of a whole grain cereal in crescent-shaped moons and chocolaty stars.

US Senators liken Pak's 5000 dollar per NATO truck demand to 'extortion'

May 24, 2012 at 1:30 PM

Washington, May 24 (ANI): U.S. Senators John McCain and Carl Levin, the chair and ranking members of the Senate Armed Services Committee have said the U.S. should not pay up to 5,000 dollars per truck to Pakistan, which McCain termed as "extortion", to resume NATO supplies into Afghanistan through its territory.

Arnie 'getting along really well' with estranged wife Maria Shriver

May 22, 2012 at 4:34 PM

Washington, May 22 (ANI): Arnold Schwarzenegger has revealed that he is getting along "really well" with his estranged wife, Maria Shriver, a year after publicly admitting that he fathered a love child with a household staffer.

Liz Hurley slams 'upsetting' claims by fiance Shane Warne's ex wife

May 22, 2012 at 12:02 PM

Melbourne, May 22 (ANI): Elizabeth Hurley has hit back at claims that she has been "disrespectful" to Shane Warne's ex wife Simone Callahan, denying suggestions that she asked the former cricketer's children to call her "Mummy Two".

Stay-at-home mums 'suffer more sadness and depression'

May 21, 2012 at 5:55 PM

Washington, May 21 (ANI): Stay-at-home moms struggle with sadness, depression, and anger more often than employed mothers do, a new poll has revealed.

Recovery of human skeletons exposes Maoists atrocities in West Bengal

April 30, 2012 at 12:02 PM

Jhargram, Apr 30 (ANI): In a shocking incident, police personnel have recovered human skeletons from a forest area in the Jhargram region of West Bengal. Villagers blamed the Maoists for the atrocity.olice identified the skeletons as belonging to two locals, Tarun Singh and Haripada Dolai.

Have to master all forms of cricket and stay for long time to be remembered, says Warner

July 16, 2011 at 5:23 PM

Canberra, July 16 (ANI): Australian batsman David Warner has said that it is important to play all forms of cricket and stay at the peak of career for long time to be remembered by others.

My greatest achievement is my family, says David Beckham

July 16, 2011 at 4:51 PM

London, July 16 (ANI): Soccer idol David Beckham has revealed his greatest achievement - his family.

Vanessa Minnillo weds Nick Lachey in 'secret' tropical island ceremony

July 16, 2011 at 4:19 PM

Washington, July 16 (ANI): Vanessa Minnillo and Nick Lachey privately tied the knot in a tropical island ceremony in the presence of just 35 friends and family, according to reports.

Becks 'learning to be delicate dad' to baby daughter Harper Seven

July 16, 2011 at 4:19 PM

Washington, July 16 (ANI): David Beckham has revealed that he has been learning to be more 'delicate' with his newborn daughter Harper Seven than what he had been with his three boys.

'Drinking' coconut oil is secret behind Miranda Kerr's sexy bikini body

July 16, 2011 at 3:55 PM

London, July 16 (ANI): New mum Miranda Kerr has never shied away from showing off her enviable figure that she says is in good measure due to drinking coconut oil on a daily basis.

Jennifer Aniston had 'fun' exploring 'kinkiest fantasies' in 'Horrible Bosses'

July 16, 2011 at 3:07 PM

London, July 16 (ANI): Jennifer Aniston has revealed that she had 'great fun' dipping into her 'kinkiest fantasies' while playing the deceitful dentist character in her new comedy 'Horrible Bosses'.

Now, Timberlake accepts female marine officer's invitation to ball

July 16, 2011 at 3:07 PM

Washington, July 16 (ANI): Justin Timberlake has followed in the footsteps of his 'Friends With Benefits' co-star Mila Kunis, after having accepted the video invitation to the upcoming Marine Corps Ball from a female marine officer.

Arnie reunites with estranged wife Maria Shriver over son's pal graduation meal

July 16, 2011 at 2:19 PM

Washington, July 16 (ANI): Actor Arnold Schwarzenegger and his estranged wife Maria Shriver reunited recently for the sake of their son Patrick.

Cranston says 'Larry Crowne' sex scene with Julia Roberts was awkward

July 15, 2011 at 2:35 PM

Washington, July 15 (ANI): 'Breaking Bad' star Bryan Cranston has revealed that his sex scene with Julia Roberts in 'Larry Crowne' was quite 'awkward'.

Jennifer Aniston loved her 'nasty' character in 'Horrible Bosses'!

July 8, 2011 at 3:32 PM

Washington, July 8 (ANI): Jennifer Aniston has revealed that she loved playing the raunchy role of Dr. Julia Harris in her latest comedy 'Horrible Bosses'.

Ryan Phillippe 'by ex-girlfriend's side as she gives birth to baby girl'

July 8, 2011 at 12:28 PM

Washington, July 08 (ANI): Ryan Phillippe's ex-girlfriend Alexis Knapp has become a proud mom of a baby girl.

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley 'waiting for Prince Harry's proposal'

July 3, 2011 at 2:40 PM

Washington, July 3 (ANI): 'Transformers' actress Rosie Huntington-Whiteley has revealed that she is waiting for a proposal from Prince Harry as she is obsessed with him.

Brooklyn Decker's secret to killer figure - yoga!

May 29, 2011 at 2:36 PM

Washington, May 29 (ANI): Sports Illustrated swimsuit model Brooklyn Decker, who recently flaunted her hotness in a teeny-tiny yellow bikini in her debut film 'Just Go With It,' has revealed that yoga is one of her favorite exercises.

Dalglish wants final say on all Liverpool transfer deals

May 4, 2011 at 1:48 PM

London, May 4 (ANI): Liverpool boss Kenny Dalglish wants a final say on all transfer deals taking place at the club.

Recreational Ecstasy use linked to loss of brain efficiency

May 4, 2011 at 12:52 PM

Washington, May 4 (ANI): The efficiency of Ecstasy - the illegal "rave" drug that produces feelings of euphoria and emotional warmth - as a potential therapeutic for post-traumatic stress disorder has been a debate in some recent reports.

Abramovich to spend 80 million pounds to bring 'sexy football' to Chelsea

May 3, 2011 at 5:00 PM

London, May 3 (ANI): Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich wants Chelsea to play more thrilling and attacking style next season and is ready to spend another 80 million pounds this summer to bring 'sexy football' to the club.

Peter Andre 'planning kids' books series'

May 3, 2011 at 4:04 PM

London, May 3 (ANI): Reality TV star Peter Andre has revealed he wants to pen a string of tots' stories.

Sony says another 25m Playstation users may have been hacked

May 3, 2011 at 12:52 PM

London, May 3 (ANI): Sony, who last week admitted that the personal details of 77m Playstation users may have been stolen by hackers, has again warned that almost 25 million extra gaming users may have been hacked.

Liz Hurley pledges to return into beau Shane Warne's arms soon

May 3, 2011 at 12:12 PM

London, May 3 (ANI): Elizabeth Hurley has just returned to England but the actress is already missing cricket legend and beau, Shane Warne, as she pledged on Twitter to return back to see her love line soon.

Sensor 'could protect first responders against chemical hazards'

May 2, 2011 at 4:20 PM

Washington, May 2 (ANI): A team of researchers have suggested that a new kind of sensor could warn emergency workers when carbon filters in the respirators they wear to avoid inhaling toxic fumes have become dangerously saturated.

Osama death: Al-Qaeda down but not out, says former Oz foreign minister

May 2, 2011 at 1:16 PM

Melbourne, May 2 (ANI): Former Australian foreign minister Alexander Downer has said that while Al-Qaeda is down, it is not completely out following the death of terror mastermind Osama Bin Laden.

Now, Pepsi's 'Social Vending System' will help you socialise with strangers

May 2, 2011 at 11:16 AM

Washington, April 29 (ANI): A new "Social Vending System" has been developed by Pepsi that allows beverage buyers to "friend" others with a gift of a Pepsi items.

Now, 'Social Vending System' to help you socialise with strangers

April 29, 2011 at 5:50 PM

Melbourne, April 29 (ANI): A new "Social Vending System" has been developed by Pepsi that lets people pay it forward by buying a drink for someone else.

Superman renounces US citizenship in latest issue of 'Action Comics'

April 29, 2011 at 10:46 AM

Washington, April 29 (ANI): Superman has always been recognized as a devoted American warrior who constantly fought evil, but now onwards he is no longer the country's own to claim.

Widow shocked by news that doc hubby delivered baby Obama

April 28, 2011 at 6:06 PM

London, April 28 (ANI): The wife of the doctor who delivered a newborn Barack Obama back in 1961 has revealed that she was shocked to see her husband's signature on the US President's birth certificate.

Pippa Middleton's post royal wedding party plans scare palace aides

April 28, 2011 at 3:34 PM

New York, Apr 28 (ANI): Pippa Middleton, the younger sister and the maid of honor of Kate Middleton, has reportedly scared palace officials with her attempts to introduce a 'younger atmosphere' to the royal couple's evening reception.

Miranda Kerr shows off post-baby curves in bikini photoshoot

April 27, 2011 at 7:05 PM

Melbourne, Apr 27 (ANI): Australian model Miranda Kerr has showed off her post-baby curves in a bikini photoshoot.

Completion of peace process must before promulgation of new Nepal Constitution: Official

April 27, 2011 at 4:41 PM

Kathmandu, Apr. 27 (ANI): Nepal Prime Minister Jhalanath Kanal's chief advisor Prakash Jwala said on Wednesday that the new constitution must not be promulgated prior to the completion of the peace process.

CBS News anchor Katie Couric quits job

April 27, 2011 at 3:45 PM

Washington, Apr 27 (ANI): Katie Couric, the first female solo news anchor, has decided to quit the job, with reports saying that she is now looking forward to engaging herself with "multi-dimensional storytelling."

Submarine firm develops new glass design to help reach bottom of ocean

April 27, 2011 at 2:49 PM

Washington, Apr 27 (ANI): A submarine team in the US has revealed that they have developed a new glass design that can withstand intense pressure at the bottom of the ocean.

U.S.-Iranian group slams Iran's 'Halal' Internet plan

April 27, 2011 at 12:41 PM

Tehran, Apr 27 (ANI): The National Iranian American Council has slammed a plan by Iranian authorities to launch an Islamic internet to counter the influence of the Western-dominated World Wide Web.

ISI to reserve reaction to 'terrorist label' for time being

April 27, 2011 at 10:01 AM

Islamabad, April 27(ANI): The Inter Services Intelligence will reserve its comments for the time being on the recent US diplomatic documents released by whistle-blower website WikiLeaks, in which American military investigators labelled the Pakistani spy agency a terror group, a senior ISI officer has said.

Osama did not escape to Pakistan, but headed north: GITMO documents

April 26, 2011 at 7:36 PM

London, Apr. 26 (ANI): A secret intelligence report compiled by officials at Guant namo Bay has claimed that Al Qaeda chief Osama bin Laden did not escape to Pakistan, but headed up north in December 2001.

Lindsay Lohan's role in mobster flick 'Gotti' intact despite jail sentence

April 26, 2011 at 6:00 PM

London, April 26 (ANI): Lindsay Lohan can breathe a sigh of relief, as reports of her role in the film 'Gotti' being intact have surfaced. The actress has been hired to play Kim Gotti, the daughter-in-law of The Teflon Don, the late John Gotti, in the flick.

Viruses can boost solar-cell efficiency: MIT study

April 26, 2011 at 6:00 PM

London, Apr 26 (ANI): MIT researchers have enlisted tiny viruses to help assemble solar cells and make significant improvements in their power-conversion efficiency.