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Everything you need to know about Farah S.o.: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Everything you need to know about Farah S.o.: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Madhuri returns to Bollywood in Style with "Ghagra" item song opposite Ranbir

May 20, 2013 at 4:05 PM

'Dhak-Dhak Girl' of Bollywood has returned to the big screen after a gap of six years with a item song in an upcoming film "Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani" directed by Ayaan Mukherjee.

Dhanush impresses Farah Khan

May 19, 2013 at 2:22 PM

Chennai, May 19 (IANS) Choreographer-director Farah Khan is so impressed with the screen presence of Tamil actor Dhanush, who is making his Bollywood debut with Hindi romantic drama "Raanjhanaa", that she calls him "screen friendly".

Afghan police officer killed in Taliban attack

May 19, 2013 at 3:58 AM

Kabul, May 19 (IANS) A senior police official was killed in Afghanistan's Farah province when two Taliban militants opened fire on him, an official said Saturday.

Gemfields unites with 4 Indian jewellers

May 18, 2013 at 3:58 PM

New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) Gemfields, a global coloured gemstone producer, has collaborated with four Indian jewellery designers for a collection of bespoke pieces.

Ranbir impressed with Madhuri's sincerity, passion

May 15, 2013 at 7:02 PM

Mumbai, May 15 (IANS) Ranbir Kapoor, who shook a leg with his childhood crush Madhuri Dixit in special song "Ghagra" in his forthcoming film "Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani", praises the diva for being a thorough professional.

Girls in Kashmir undergo self-defence training

May 7, 2013 at 1:04 PM

Srinagar, May 7 (ANI): In order to protect themselves, a group of thirty girls underwent martial art training in Kashmir.

Return of the 'Grand Master' - Mithun back for 'DID Super Moms'

May 2, 2013 at 7:08 PM

New Delhi, May 2 (IANS) Actor and Bollywood's 'disco dancer' Mithun Chakraborty will return to his role as the 'grand master' on the forthcoming edition of reality show "Dance India Dance" - "DID Super Moms". He is happy to be back on board, and excited about judging "mummy participants".

I never say no to Farah: Geeta Kapur (With Image)

April 26, 2013 at 5:32 PM

Mumbai, April 26 (IANS) "I am lucky to have two mothers," says choreographer Geeta Kapur referring to her biological mom and her mentor Farah Khan whose request she never turns down.

Indian-American filmmaker gets new Tribeca fest award

April 26, 2013 at 3:00 PM

New York, April 26 (IANS) Indian American filmmaker Meera Menon has been awarded the inaugural Nora Ephron Award at the 12th annual Tribeca Film Festival being held here.

Unbelievable stuff on IDS will scare, says Geeta Kapur

April 24, 2013 at 1:40 PM

Mumbai, April 24 (IANS) Dancing reality show "India's Dancing Superstar" (IDS) has more potential to scare the viewers, says choreographer Geeta Kapur, who will judge the show with Ashley Lobo and actor Riteish Deshmukh.

'Shriman vs Shrimati' ends in a tie

April 21, 2013 at 11:32 PM

New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) The finale of dance reality show "Nach Baliye Shriman v/s Shrimati" saw both the teams lifting the winners trophy thus ending the three-week competition in a tie.

London Marathon runners hope for an excellent show

April 19, 2013 at 7:08 PM

Nairobi, April 19 (IANS) Kenyan marathon runners Friday left for London buoyant about staging an excellent show during Sunday's race.

Girl develops first android application in Kashmir

April 19, 2013 at 3:56 PM

Srinagar, April 19 (ANI): Changing the orthodox mindset of the society, a 23-year old girl became the first Kashmiri to develop an android application named 'Dial Kashmir,' which contained over 500 contacts of government departments and private numbers.

London Marathon's security to be reviewed in wake of Boston explosions

April 16, 2013 at 11:40 AM

London, Apr. 16 (ANI): Security for London Marathon that will be held on Sunday will be reviewed after two fatal explosions at the Boston Marathon, officials have said.

Farhan Akhtar to get close and personal with his fans soon

April 13, 2013 at 11:48 AM

New Delhi, Apr. 13 (ANI):It is very rare for cinemagoers and fans to interact with their favourite stars and directors in a

'Nach Baliye Sriman...' has amazing performances: Ravi Dubey

April 12, 2013 at 5:16 PM

Mumbai, April 12 (IANS) TV actor Ravi Dubey, who is being seen on the dance reality show "Nach Baliye Sriman vs Shrimati", says the format of the show may have changed, but the performances are top class.

Olympic cycling star Chris Hoy owns assets worth over a million pounds

April 11, 2013 at 5:16 PM

London, Apr.11 (ANI): With big money sponsor deals in hand, Olympic cycling ace Chris Hoy is now the owner of assets worth 1.2 million pounds.

Bihar's conjoined twins happy over apex court ruling

April 10, 2013 at 1:56 PM

Patna, April 10 (IANS) Seventeen-year-old conjoined twins Saba and Farah welcomed the Supreme Court ruling Wednesday that did away with the option of a surgery to separate them and directed the state government to grant the family Rs.5,000 per month.

Mo Farah's wife escapes death after drunk driver smashes into car

April 8, 2013 at 4:53 PM

London, April 8 (ANI): Mo Farah's wife Tania cheated death in a road accident after a drunk driver ploughed into her car on Sunday.

Manoj Kumar drags SRK, Farah to court in 'Om Shanti Om' matter

April 2, 2013 at 10:20 PM

Mumbai, April 2 (IANS) Retired actor-filmmaker Manoj Kumar lodged a criminal case in a local court here Tuesday against superstar Shah Rukh Khan and choreographer-director Farah Khan for allegedly defaming in their 2007 movie "Om Shanti Om".

I'll take serious action this time: Manoj Kumar on 'Om Shanti Om'

April 1, 2013 at 7:38 PM

Mumbai, April 1 (IANS) Filmmaker Manoj Kumar, who is upset with the makers of "Om Shanti Om" for re-releasing it in Japan without deleting the controversial scenes taking a dig at him, has decided to take action against the producers of the movie.

B' town celebrates rural India with Vikram Phadnis at LFW

March 26, 2013 at 12:34 AM

Mumbai, March 26 (IANS) Around 70 people including 30 celebrities walked the ramp as designer Vikram Phadnis showcased his fashion line Monday at Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) Summer-Resort 2013 on the theme of celebration of rural India.

Bollywood in shock over Sanjay Dutt's Supreme Court conviction

March 21, 2013 at 2:09 PM

New Delhi, March 21 (ANI): The whole of B-Town is in shock and reacted strongly on Twitter, regarding the Supreme Court's verdict to sentence Sanjay Dutt to five years in jail.

Right to Food activists protest

March 19, 2013 at 1:05 PM

New Delhi, March 19 (IANS) Activists of the Right to Food Campaign demonstrated here Tuesday to demand an inclusive National Food Security Act and to protest against the direct cash transfer scheme.

Afghan police kill 12 Taliban fighters

March 18, 2013 at 12:25 PM

Kabul, Mar. 18 (Xinhua-ANI): Units of Afghan national police during series of operations across the country over the past 24 hours have killed 12 Taliban militants, Interior Ministry said in a statement released here on Monday.

Madhuri happy with 'Dedh Ishqiya' rushes (Movie Snippets)

March 16, 2013 at 5:58 PM

Mumbai, March 16 (IANS) Actress Madhuri Dixit, who has been busy working on "Dedh Ishqiya", is at peace after watching the movie's rushes.

Women activists welcome anti-rape bill

March 16, 2013 at 4:54 PM

New Delhi, March 16 (IANS) Women's rights activists welcomed the anti-rape bill cleared by the union cabinet, terming it a step forward for women's rights in India and urging political parties to enact it into law.

61 Bollywood celebs to attend Speilberg's masterclass

March 11, 2013 at 2:27 PM

Mumbai, March 11 (IANS) Acclaimed Hollywood director Steven Spielberg, who is in India to celebrate the success of his Oscar-winning film "Lincoln", will Tuesday interact with as many as 61 personalities from Indian cinema and share tips on filmmaking.

New holographic technique may lead to bionic vision

March 4, 2013 at 9:47 AM

Washington, Mar. 4 (ANI): Researchers are testing the power of holography to artificially stimulate cells in the eye, with hopes of developing a new strategy for bionic vision restoration.

Japan beat Malaysia to progress to Round 3

February 24, 2013 at 5:23 PM

New Delhi, Feb 24 (IANS) Japan became the first side to progress from the women's Hockey World League Round 2 to Round 3 as they saw off main rivals Malaysia 4-0 here at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium Sunday.

Vishal Dadlani shoots 'Indian Idol Kids' promo (Movie Snippets)

February 24, 2013 at 4:19 PM

New Delhi, Feb 24 (IANS) Music composer Vishal Dadlani's Sunday started off in a fun way when he got a chance to shoot with as many as 300 children.

Time to revive Kashmir's traditional storytellers (Feature)

February 24, 2013 at 10:58 AM

Srinagar, Feb 24 (IANS) As academicians strive to include moral education in the school curriculum to check crimes in society, most people are clueless as to how this was addressed among the older generations of Kashmiris. Sociologists here argue the now nearly extinct art of storytelling by parents and grandparents was, in fact, the daily moral classes children went through at home.

Farah hopes SRK does her IPL signature moves

February 20, 2013 at 2:17 PM

Mumbai, Feb 20 (IANS) Farah Khan has choreographed some signature moves as part of a promotional campaign for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season. She hopes her superstar friend Shah Rukh Khan, co-owner of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), dances to her steps in the stadium.

Mo Farah slammed for signing lucrative 250,000 pounds-worth deal to run just half of London Marathon

February 17, 2013 at 3:22 PM

London, Feb. 17 (ANI): Olympic hero Mo Farah has been accused of undermining the spirit of the London Marathon after he signed a lucrative deal to run just half the race.

'Hungry' Mo Farah wants to emulate pal Bolt's multiple gold medal feat at Olympics

February 16, 2013 at 4:57 PM

London, Feb 16 (ANI): Great Britain's Olympic star Mo Farah has said that he wants to win more gold medals, in a manner similar to his friend and Olympic star Usain Bolt's phenomenal success at the London Olympics.

'Hungry' Mo Farah wants to emulate pal Bolt's multiple gold medal feat at Olympics

February 16, 2013 at 4:57 PM

London, Feb 16 (ANI): Great Britain's Olympic star Mo Farah has said that he wants to win more gold medals, in a manner similar to his friend and Olympic star Usain Bolt's phenomenal success at the London Olympics.

Now, 'Kai Po Che!' gears up for Mumbai gala premiere

February 14, 2013 at 12:49 PM

Mumbai, Feb 14 (IANS) After receiving positive response at the Berlin International Film Festival, "Kai Po Che!" will now have a gala premiere here and it will be attended by who-is-who from Bollywood.

Films should not be preachy: Farah Khan

February 13, 2013 at 3:45 PM

Mumbai, Feb 13 (IANS) Filmmaker Farah Khan believes that films should not be preachy, but adds that a filmmaker should ensure that his or her film is not sending out wrong kind of messages.

Bollywood celebs join 'The Walk for the Love of Shiksha' campaign

February 13, 2013 at 1:37 PM

New Delhi, Feb 13 (ANI): Bollywood celebrities came out to participate in P 'n' G's campaign 'The walk for the love of Shiksha' in Mumbai.

Good that Kashmir parties have unitedly backed girl band: Tewari

February 5, 2013 at 6:11 PM

New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) Information and Broadcasting Minister Manish Tewari Tuesday noted that "one good thing" to emerge from Jammu and Kashmir's all-girl band quitting over threats and a 'fatwa' was that political parties have unitedly supported the girls.

Mo Farah reveals shopping nightmare

February 5, 2013 at 3:10 PM

London, Feb 5 (ANI): Double Olympic Gold champion Mo Farah has revealed that he gets his wife, Tania, to buy clothes for him because he can't get away from his popularity with the public.

Ban on girl-band rocks Kashmir, triggers debate over fatwa

February 4, 2013 at 9:18 PM

Srinagar, Feb. 4 (ANI): A day after the fatwa (decree) issued by Grand Mufti of Jammu and Kashmir, Bashiruddin Ahmad, against the girl-band, the associated with the rock-band have decided to call it quits.

Bhavna Jasra's first impressions creates memories for stars

February 2, 2013 at 6:22 PM

Mumbai, Feb 2 (IANS) Bhavna Jasra is an artist who gets hands and feet impressed onto gold, and a lot of celebrities have taken her services.

Literature, culture draw India, Bangladesh closer

January 30, 2013 at 11:34 AM

Kolkata, Jan 30 (IANS) Hopeful about relations between India and Bangladesh improving despite differences over water-sharing and border security issues, celebrated columnist and Bangladeshi author Farah Ghuznavi feels that love of literature and cultural affinity would serve to bind the two neighbours.

Farah Khan Ali amused to see imitation of her collection

January 27, 2013 at 6:32 PM

Mumbai, Jan 27 (IANS) Jewellery designer Farah Khan Ali was amused when she saw copies of her designs in Ahmedabad and said that "imitation is the best form of flattery".

'Sprint king' Bolt to boycott Diamond League in protest against UK tax laws

January 25, 2013 at 4:41 PM

London, Jan. 25 (ANI): Jamaican sprint champion Usain Bolt will not be competing in the upcoming Diamond League series to protest against Britain's tax laws.

Ajay Devgn on dancing spree, continues with 'Taki o taki' (With Image)

January 24, 2013 at 5:36 PM

New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) It seems Ajay Devgn is no longer shy of putting on his dancing shoes. After "Bol Bachchan" and "Son of Sardaar", the actor will now be seen grooving in the "Himmatwala" remake.

Mo Farah wants Queen to do 'the Mobot'

January 14, 2013 at 1:53 PM

London, Jan. 14 (ANI): Mo Farah is aiming to get the Queen to do the Mobot when he picks up his CBE, according to his brother.

Mo Farah's 'secret brother' spent time in jail and used to smoke cannabis

January 13, 2013 at 1:13 PM

London, Jan. 13 (ANI): Mo Farah's brother has revealed that he spent time in jail after he was arrested during the London riots in 2011.

'Muqabla' song only for promotional purpose: Remo

January 4, 2013 at 3:27 PM

Mumbai, Jan 4 (IANS) Ace choreographer and director Prabhudheva can be seen grooving to his epic dance number "Muqabla" in "ABCD: AnyBody Can Dance". However, director Remo D'Souza clarifies that the song is only for promotional purpose.

London mayor named most influential man in Britain

January 2, 2013 at 6:39 PM

London, Jan 2 (IANS) Mayor of London Boris Johnson has been named the most influential man in Britain, edging out Prince Charles and his two sons and even Prime Minister David Cameron.

Olympic champion Farah reveals getting grilled by US officials as 'terror suspect'

December 30, 2012 at 1:17 PM

London, Dec 30(ANI): Double Olympic gold medallist Mo Farah has revealed how he was interrogated by U.S. border officials at the airport on suspicion of being a terrorist just because of his Somalian origin.

80% Brits feel 9 billion pounds spent on London Games was value for money

December 26, 2012 at 5:17 PM

London, Dec 26(ANI): Around 80 per cent of Britons are of the opinion that the nine billion pounds spent on the Olympic Games was value for money, according to a new poll.

First girls' band rocks Kashmir Valley

December 23, 2012 at 4:53 PM

Srinagar, Dec. 23 (ANI): The first girls' band named 'Pragash' is rocking the Kashmir Valley and recently received a standing ovation from the young crowd at the Kashmir Music Festival.

Mo Farah's wife Tania shows off trim figure just 4 months after twins' birth

December 18, 2012 at 4:53 PM

London, December 18 (ANI): Olympic hero Mo Farrah's wife Tania showed off a svelte shape post baby shape just four months after giving birth to twins at the Sports Personality of The Year Award.

Maldives police accused of rights abuses against pro-democracy protesters being trained by UK

December 18, 2012 at 1:09 PM

London, Dec 18 (ANI): Human rights investigators have accused Maldives police force that have been trained by British police officers, (MPS) of serious, repeated civil rights abuses against pro-democracy protesters, opposition MPs and journalists.

Tour de France champion Wiggins wins BBC Sports Personality of the Year award

December 17, 2012 at 11:59 AM

London, Dec 17(ANI): Tour de France winner and the London Olympic time trial gold medallist Bradley Wiggins added another feather to his crown when he bagged the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award amidst some really tough competition.

London Olympics, Queens' Diamond Jubilee 'most-watched TV programmes of the year' in UK

December 14, 2012 at 1:16 PM

Washington, Dec. 14 (ANI): The 2012 Olympics and the Queen's Diamond Jubilee celebrations are one of the 'most-watched TV programmes of the year' in the UK, a new survey has said.

'People run beside me and do Mobot', says Mo Farah

December 13, 2012 at 3:00 PM

London, Dec. 13 (ANI): Sprint legend Mo Farah has said that he refrains from going into certain parts of London because when people spot him, they tend to run beside him and do the iconic Mobot pose.

Cook wants to end Britain's glorious sporting year with famous series win in India

December 13, 2012 at 11:20 AM

London, Dec 13(ANI): England captain Alastair Cook wants to end this year, which has been touted as one of the greatest in British sporting history, with a famous series win in India.

Kareena happier after marriage: Farah Khan

December 11, 2012 at 5:28 PM

Mumbai, Dec 11 (IANS) Farah Khan, who has choreographed Kareena Kapoor for "Dabangg 2" song "Fevicol Se", says the actress seems to be happier after her wedding with Saif Ali Khan.

Top Google searches in 2012 revealed

December 11, 2012 at 3:52 PM

London, Dec. 11 (ANI): Google has brought out the list of the most searched topics in its search engine this year.

Birthday wishes galore for Dilip Kumar (Movie Snippets)

December 11, 2012 at 2:08 PM

Mumbai, Dec 11 (IANS) On Dilip Kumar's 90th birthday Tuesday, members of the Hindi film fraternity saluted the veteran actor and wished the best for him.

Farah happy with response to 'Fevicol se'

December 4, 2012 at 11:32 AM

Mumbai, Dec 4 (IANS) Farah Khan, who has choreographed Kareena Kapoor in the item number "Fevicol se" from the movie "Dabangg 2", is thrilled with the roaring response to the song.

Over 50 killed in Afghan violence since Saturday

December 2, 2012 at 9:55 PM

Kabul, Dec 2 (IANS) More than 50 people, most of them militants, have been killed in Afghanistan since Saturday morning, Xinhua reported Sunday.

Boris Johnson does 'the Mobot' for Mo Farah charity

November 28, 2012 at 9:27 PM

London, Nov. 28 (ANI): London Mayor Boris Johnson did 'the Mobot' pose for Mo Farah's Foundation, which provides aid to children in East Africa.

Brit Olympic athletes dominate shortlist for BBC 'Sports Personality of Year' award

November 27, 2012 at 7:42 PM

London, Nov 27(ANI): English Olympic and Paralympic athletes have dominated the shortlist for the 2012 BBC Sports Personality of the Year award.

Remixes healthy trend, keep youngsters linked to old songs: DJ Aqeel

November 26, 2012 at 6:23 PM

New Delhi, Nov 26 (IANS) Remixes gave a new lease of life to several old songs, says DJ Aqeel who feels it was a healthy trend as it helped youngsters to connect with old melodies.

Kareena tries pelvic thrust in 'Dabangg 2' item song

November 23, 2012 at 5:22 PM

Mumbai, Nov 23 (IANS) Kareena Kapoor canned an item number for "Dabangg 2" and says it was great fun shooting for the song as she tried something new for it.

11 Taliban militants killed in Aghanistan

November 17, 2012 at 11:14 PM

Kabul, Nov 17 (IANS) A total of 11 Taliban militants have been killed and 12 others arrested in Afghanistan during a series of security operations launched since Friday, Xinhua reported Saturday.

11 killed in Afghan bombing

November 16, 2012 at 8:26 PM

Kabul, Nov 16 (IANS) Seven women and four children were killed and four other people injured in Afghanistan Friday after a bus they were travelling in was hit by a roadside bomb in the country's Farah province, Xinhua reported.

'Omnishambles' named Oxford's word of 2012

November 13, 2012 at 11:47 AM

Melbourne, Nov 13 (ANI): Oxford University Press on Tuesday crowned the word - "omnishambles," defined as "a situation that has been comprehensively mismanaged, characterised by a string of blunders and miscalculations," as its top term of 2012.

Javed Akhtar doesn't like remixing trend

November 8, 2012 at 4:29 PM

Mumbai, Nov 8 (IANS) Writer-lyricist Javed Akhtar does not like the trend of remixing old songs and says that old things should be left as they are.

Exhibitors can choose any film: SRK on JTHJ, SOS issue

November 6, 2012 at 12:48 PM

Mumbai, Nov 6 (IANS) Shah Rukh Khan's "Jab Tak Hai Jaan" releases on the same day as Ajay Devgn's "Son Of Sardaar" and the superstar says he is amused with the row over the two films, especially when everything had been sorted almost a year ago.

Bollywood stars dazzle at premiere of "Skyfall" in Mumbai

November 1, 2012 at 2:20 PM

Mumbai, Nov.1 (ANI): Bollywood celebrities attended the premiere of the latest James Bond film 'Skyfall' in Mumbai on Wednesday.

Taking part in a reality show takes guts: Farah Khan (Interview)

October 30, 2012 at 2:04 PM

Mumbai, Oct 30 (IANS) Reality shows require guts, perseverance and a thick skin, says director Farah

Bolt's 'Redknapp' blunder leaves former Reds star Jamie red-faced

October 26, 2012 at 4:46 PM

London, Oct 26(ANI): Former Liverpool player Jamie Redknapp was left red-faced when the world's fastest man Usain Bolt misunderstood him for his father and former Tottenham Hotspurs manager Harry Redknapp.

No competition with Sajid: Farah Khan

October 23, 2012 at 1:35 PM

Mumbai, Oct 23 (IANS) They are both into filmmaking, but there's no room for rivalry between Sajid Khan and his sister Farah Khan.

21 militants killed in Afghan raids within day: Government

October 22, 2012 at 2:31 PM

Kabul, Oct. 22 (Xinhua-ANI): Afghan police, backed by the army and the NATO-led coalition forces, have eliminated 21 militants during cleanup operations in different provinces within the last 24 hours, the country's Interior Ministry said Monday.

21 Taliban militants killed in Afghanistan

October 22, 2012 at 12:15 PM

Kabul, Oct 22 (IANS) At least 21 Taliban militants were killed in Afghanistan as its army and police backed by NATO forces stepped up attacks on them across the restive nation, the country's interior ministry said.

Duchess of Cambridge to attend London Olympics success party without Prince William

October 17, 2012 at 8:43 PM

London, Oct. 17 (ANI): The Duchess of Cambridge will attend the success party of the London Olympics at Buckingham Palace without Prince William.

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.

11 Taliban killed in Afghanistan

October 14, 2012 at 1:16 PM

Kabul, Oct.14 (ANI): At least 11 Taliban militants have reportedly been killed, three injured and 40 detained in the latest military operations carried out in different provinces of the country.

11 Taliban killed in Afghanistan

October 14, 2012 at 2:28 AM

Kabul, Oct 14 (IANS) Up to 11 Taliban militants have been killed, three injured and 40 detained in the latest military operations carried out in different provinces of the country, said Afghan authorities Saturday.

Bolt, Farah nominated for athletics awards

October 9, 2012 at 5:48 PM

Monaco, Oct 9 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Olympic champions Usain Bolt and Mo Farah are among the Olympic track and field stars nominated Tuesday for the World Athlete of the Year award.

Isn't India's audience ready yet for mature romance?

October 8, 2012 at 12:19 PM

New Delhi, Oct 8 (IANS) Filmmakers are constantly trying to take on-screen romance to a new level but the audiences are not yet adventurous enough to appreciate them. For this they blame "the young movie-going crowd" and the mindset of the people.

Somalia gets new PM

October 7, 2012 at 12:06 AM

Mogadishu, Oct 6 (IANS) Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamoud Saturday named Abdi Farah Shirdon Saaid, as the country's new prime Minister, nearly a month after the president was elected.

Mo Farah eyeing distance-running dominance till Rio de Janeiro Olympics

October 2, 2012 at 4:58 PM

London, Oct 2(ANI): Double Olympic champion Mo Farah has said he intends to keep up his dominance in distance running through to the Rio de Janeiro Olympics in 2016.

16 Taliban killed in Afghanistan

September 30, 2012 at 11:06 AM

Kabul, Sep 30 (IANS) At least 16 Taliban militants have been killed in "clean-up" operations in Afghanistan, the interior ministry said Sunday.

Farah Khan loves to hear compliment about weight loss

September 28, 2012 at 3:10 PM

Mumbai, Sep 28 (IANS) There is only one thing that director-turned-actor Farah Khan loves to hear -- compliments about her losing weight.

Team Yahoo wins 'DID Dance ke Superkids'

September 23, 2012 at 11:15 PM

Mumbai, Sep 23 (IANS) Team Yahoo, consisting contestants and choreographers of "Dance India Dance (DID)L'il Masters Season 2" walked away with the winner's trophy in the grand finale of "DID Dance Ke Superkids" Sunday night.

Akanksha bags junior Asian squash title

September 21, 2012 at 8:59 PM

Tehran, Sep 21 (IANS) Akanksha Salunkhe from Goa won the Iran Junior Open, an Asian Squash Federation Super Series Silver event, at the Enghelab Sports Complex here Friday.

Parineeti to endorse deodorant brand

September 18, 2012 at 5:01 PM

New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) Parineeti Chopra, known for her bubbly image on the big screen, has been named brand ambassador of CavinKare's range Spinz.

Cambridgeshire schoolgirl pens song for Mo Farah's charity

September 16, 2012 at 9:34 PM

London, Sep 16 (ANI): A schoolgirl from Peterborough has written and recorded a song to promote the work of a charity run by track legend Mo Farah.

Mo Farah admits getting sad when Britain's golden sporting summer ended

September 15, 2012 at 4:28 PM

London, Sep 15(ANI): Britain's Olympic hero Mohammad Farah has said he felt sad when the torch went out for the Paralympics Games, as he misses arguably the best days in the nation's sporting history.

Hamilton performs 'Mobot' pose after teaming up with Mo Farah post Monza win

September 12, 2012 at 4:26 PM

London, Sep 12 (ANI): Formula I ace Lewis Hamilton teamed up with double Olympic champion Mo Farah after he claimed his third grand prix win of the season in Monza and performed the famous 'Mobot' pose.

Paralympic Games end with Coldplay's 'Every Teardrop is a Waterfall'

September 10, 2012 at 10:58 AM

London, September 10 (ANI): The London Olympic Stadium swelled one last time as Coldplay were joined by JAY Z and Rihanna and a cast of 1,336 performers at the closing ceremony of the 2012 Paralympics to mark the ending of the Summer Games at London.

Britain thwarted 30 Olympic terror plots targeting athletes like Bolt, Farah

September 9, 2012 at 9:27 PM

London, Sep. 9 (ANI): Intelligence agencies in the UK foiled as many as 30 plots to attack the Olympic Games and target athletes like Mo Farah and Usain Bolt.

Paralympic swimming star Ellie Simmonds roped in for Olympic 'X Factor'

September 6, 2012 at 5:11 PM

London, September 6 (ANI): British paralympic swimming champ Ellie Simmonds has signed up for an Olympic special 'X-Factor' show.

Mo Farah wants to become Arsenal's fitness coach after retiring from track

September 4, 2012 at 4:49 PM

London, Sep 4(ANI): London Games' double gold medallist, Mohammad Farah believes he could become a good fitness coach after he retires from professional racing, and wants to help his favourite Premier League team Arsenal after hanging his sprinting boots.