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Everything you need to know about Garh Krishna Nagar: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

May consider tougher laws for juveniles: Tirath

May 14, 2013 at 3:10 PM

New Delhi, May 14 (IANS) The government might consider amending existing laws to make them tougher for juveniles who commit heinous crimes repeatedly, a minister said Tuesday.

Manmohan Singh congratulates Karnataka CM nominee Siddaramaiah

May 11, 2013 at 2:30 PM

New Delhi/Bangalore, May 11 (ANI): The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, today congratulated K. Siddaramaiah on his election as Chief Minister of Karnataka, and also wished him well for the future.

K. Siddaramaiah to be next Karnataka Chief Minister

May 10, 2013 at 6:06 PM

Bangalore, May 10 (ANI): K. Siddaramaiah, a five-time MLA from Varuna in south Karnataka, was on Friday selected to be the new chief minister of the state.

'Go Goa Gone' gets clearance in Goa, banned in Kuwait

May 10, 2013 at 1:02 PM

New Delhi, May 10 (IANS) Director duo Raj Nidimoru and Krishna's D.K.'s "Go Goa Gone" has got a clearance certificate from the Goa government, but the movie hasn't got a green signal in Kuwait and Nepal.

Congress, BJP share honours in Bangalore city

May 9, 2013 at 12:24 AM

Bangalore, May 9 (IANS) In India's tech hub, having the largest number of legislative assembly constituencies in Karnataka, an upbeat Congress and a beleaguered BJP shared honours Wednesday, winning 12 seats and 13 seats respectively.

Hyderabad group offers rescued dogs for free adoption

May 4, 2013 at 3:56 PM

Hyderabad, May 4 (IANS) Bring home a forever friend this weekend: That is the slogan of a group of volunteers here offering rescued dogs for free adoption.

How about a 'Zombie Keel-er' donut?

May 3, 2013 at 4:52 PM

New Delhi, May 3 (IANS) Picture this - a donut, dipped in white chocolate, topped with blood red jelly and dark blueberry compote - it's the 'Zombie Keel-er', a special donut created as part of a tie-up with Bollywood's upcoming zombie comedy "Go Goa Gone".

'Go Goa Gone' made in lesser budget than Saif's usual films

May 3, 2013 at 11:56 AM

Mumbai, May 3 (IANS) Filmmaker Krishna D.K., who is awaiting the release of his zombie comedy film "Go Goa Gone", says the budget of the film is much lesser than any of Saif Ali Khan "kind of films".

YVS Chowdary to direct two sequels to his hit films

May 2, 2013 at 3:08 PM

Chennai, May 2 (IANS) Telugu filmmaker YVS Chowdary, who is awaiting the release of his directorial venture "Rey", is keen to direct sequels to two of his Telugu hits -- "Lahiri Lahiri Lahirilo" and "Seethayya" -- over the next two years.

Shooting for Saif, Ileana romantic-comedy to start in June

May 2, 2013 at 12:28 PM

Mumbai, May 2 (IANS) After wrapping up zombie comedy "Go Goa Gone", director duo Raj Nidimoru and Krishna D.K. will start shooting for Saif Ali Khan and Ileana D'Cruz starrer romantic comedy in June.

Krishna says he is a 'foot soldier trying to pump up support for Congress'

April 27, 2013 at 3:08 PM

Bangalore, Apr. 27 (ANI): Former External Affairs Minister S.M. Krishna on Saturday dismissed media speculation that he would be a probable chief ministerial candidate if the Congress Party comes to power in Karnataka, saying he was a foot soldier of the party and was making attempt to garner support for the outfit in his own capacity.

Krishna says he is a 'foot soldier trying to pump up support for Congress'

April 27, 2013 at 3:08 PM

Bangalore, Apr. 27 (ANI): Former External Affairs Minister S.M. Krishna on Saturday dismissed media speculation that he would be a probable chief ministerial candidate if the Congress Party comes to power in Karnataka, saying he was a foot soldier of the party and was making attempt to garner support for the outfit in his own capacity.

Krishna distressed over 'inhuman' attack on Sarabjit Singh inside Pak jail

April 27, 2013 at 2:28 PM

Bangalore, Apr. 27 (ANI): Expressing shock over the brutal attack on Sarabjit Singh, an Indian prisoner on death row in Pakistan, former External Affairs Minister S.M. Krishna on Saturday said the Indian High Commission in Islamabad should take up the matter very seriously with the Pakistani authorities.

Proud to be part of 'Kalicharan': Chandini

April 27, 2013 at 11:48 AM

Chennai, April 27 (IANS) Southern actress Chandini Tamilarasan, who is making her Telugu debut with upcoming action-drama "Kalicharan", is proud to be associated with the project. She says she is happy to have bagged such an important role early on in her career.

One of every five Indian kids acutely malnourished: Krishna Tirath

April 26, 2013 at 6:04 PM

New Delhi, April 26 (IANS) Nearly 20 percent of children in the country suffer from acute malnutrition, Women and Child Development Minister Krishna Tirath informed the Lok sabha Friday.

Granules India's net profit up by 8 percent

April 25, 2013 at 8:44 PM

Hyderabad, April 25 (IANS) Granules India Ltd., a fast growing pharmaceutical manufacturing company, has reported eight percent growth in the net profit during 2012-13.

Man gets 10 years jail for raping minor

April 24, 2013 at 8:12 PM

New Delhi, April 24 (IANS) A Delhi court has sentenced a man for 10 years jail for raping the minor daughter of his friend after entering his house, when her parents were not there and she was sleeping.

Ben Kingsley to be in India to shoot for 'Avengers 2'?

April 23, 2013 at 4:20 PM

Mumbai, April 23 (IANS) "Gandhi" fame Oscar award winning British actor Ben Kingsley is likely to come to India in September to shoot a film.

Men need to change their mentality: Krishna Tirath

April 20, 2013 at 11:48 AM

New Delhi, April 20 (IANS) Expressing shock over the brutal rape of the five-year-old girl, Union Women and Child Development Minister Krishna Tirath Saturday emphasised on the need for men to "change their mentality".

Not just a guest appearance in 'Go Goa Gone': Saif

April 19, 2013 at 12:44 PM

Mumbai, April 19 (IANS) Actor Saif Ali Khan, who plays the role of a zombie slayer named Boris in his forthcoming co-production "Go Goa Gone", says his part is more than just a guest appearance.

I hope 'Go Goa Gone' doesn't get banned: Saif

April 18, 2013 at 11:32 PM

Mumbai, April 18 (IANS) Actor-producer Saif Ali Khan, who was seen using abusive language in 'Go Goa Gone', quips that he is hoping that the film gets 'A' certificate and doesn't get banned.

Three injured in Delhi cylinder blast

April 17, 2013 at 9:00 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) A couple and their son were seriously injured after a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder caught fire and exploded here early Wednesday, police said.

Combination of fear, comedy will pull in audiences: Raj Nidimoru

April 13, 2013 at 6:36 PM

Mumbai, April 13 (IANS) "Go Goa Gone" co-director Raj Nidimoru believes a heady combination of fear and comedy will work amongst today's audience.

'Digital mirror' brings new meaning to shopping

April 8, 2013 at 2:05 PM

London, Apr. 8 (ANI): Brisbane-based entrepreneur Yazz Krishna has taken a giant leap, rolling out retail technology across the country connecting the real world with the digital.

Tamil film industry halts work - for Sri Lankan Tamils (Roundup)

April 2, 2013 at 8:04 PM

Chennai, April 2 (IANS) Tamil stars Rajinikanth, Ajith Kumar and Kamal Haasan were among a large number of Tamil actors who observed a day-long protest here Tuesday to denounce the "war crimes" on Sri Lankan Tamils.

We stand united for Sri Lankan Tamils: Sarath Kumar

April 2, 2013 at 7:00 PM

Chennai, April 2 (IANS) After the Tamil film industry observed a day-long fast Tuesday to protest alleged "war crimes" against Tamils in Sri Lanka, actor R. Sarath Kumar said the entire Tamil film industry stands united for Sri Lankan Tamils.

Rajinikanth, Kamal join fast to support Sri Lankan Tamils

April 2, 2013 at 1:56 PM

Chennai, April 2 (IANS) Stalwarts like Rajinikanth, Ajith Kumar, Kamal Haasan and many more Tuesday joined the members of the South Indian Film Artistes Association (SIFAA) in a day-long fast here to protest alleged "war crimes" against Tamils in Sri Lanka.

Zombie films cater to two types of people: Krishna D.K. (Interview)

March 31, 2013 at 10:50 AM

Chennai, March 31 (IANS) With approximately a million hits within three days since the release of the trailer of his film "Go Go Gone", touted to be India's first zombie film, filmmaker Krishna D.K. says zombie culture in India is catching up and these films usually cater to two types of audiences.

Sonia seeks Krishna's help on Karnataka poll candidates

March 29, 2013 at 8:18 PM

New Delhi/Bangalore, March 29 (IANS) Amid reports of sharp differences among Karnataka Congress leaders over candidates for the May 5 assembly polls, former state chief minister S.M. Krishna arrived in New Delhi Friday to assist Congress president Sonia Gandhi to resolve the issue.

Holi celebrated with fun, frolic; 8 killed in mishaps (Intro Roundup)

March 27, 2013 at 9:46 PM

New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) The festival of colours Holi was celebrated across India with enthusiasm and bonhomie even as eight people lost their lives in Andhra Pradesh.

Drenched in colours, Delhi celebrates Holi

March 27, 2013 at 12:26 PM

New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) Soaked in a riot of colours, Delhi Wednesday celebrated Holi as revellers smeared gulal (coloured powder) on each other, distributed sweets and danced to music.

Bengal celebrates Holi with colours, songs, dances

March 27, 2013 at 11:38 AM

Kolkata, March 27 (IANS) Holi, or Dol Yatra, as the festival of colours is called in West Bengal, was celebrated with traditional fervour with songs, dances and prayers on Wednesday.

'Go Goa Gone' trailer trending online

March 26, 2013 at 3:38 PM

New Delhi, March 26 (IANS) The trailer of directors Raj Nidimoru and Krishna D.K's upcoming zombie comedy film "Go Goa Gone" has started trending on social networking site Twitter after its online release Tuesday.

LFW: My line celebrates my heritage, says Krishna Mehta

March 24, 2013 at 9:22 PM

Mumbai, March 24 (IANS) Designer Krishna Mehta, who displayed an edgy, colourful and elegant collection at the Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) Summer-Resort 2013, says that her line is a celebration of her Indian heritage.

Mulayam praises Advani, says BJP leader never lies

March 23, 2013 at 7:46 PM

Lucknow, March 23 (IANS) Samajwadi Party (SP) president Mulayam Singh Yadav Saturday publicly heaped praise on Lal Krishna Advani here, saying the senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader "does not lie".

Krishna statue leaves for Guruvayoor

March 14, 2013 at 2:06 PM

Mathura, March 14 (IANS) Sri Krishna, the presiding deity of Braj Dhaam here, has been taken to the famed Guryayoor temple in Kerala.

Cabinet defers anti-rape law bill, refers it to Group of Ministers

March 12, 2013 at 12:11 PM

New Delhi, Mar 12 (ANI): The Union Cabinet on Tuesday deferred its decision on the Criminal Law (Amendment) Bill, which proposes a life term to those found guilty of committing rape crimes.

Cabinet defers anti-rape law bill, refers it to Group of Ministers

March 12, 2013 at 11:55 AM

New Delhi, Mar 12 (ANI): The Union Cabinet on Tuesday deferred its decision on the Criminal Law (Amendment) Bill, which proposes a life term to those found guilty of committing rape crimes.

Ram Singh should have been punished by law: Minister

March 11, 2013 at 12:59 PM

New Delhi, March 11 (IANS) After one of the six accused in the Dec 16 gang-rape case committed suicide Monday, Women and Child Development Minister Krishna Tirath said it would have been better had he been punished by law.

BJP defends Advani's perception on party's credentials

March 10, 2013 at 5:23 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 10 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday said party veteran Lal Krishna Advani's remark was a reminder to pull up their socks ahead of the 2014 general elections.

Allocation to women and child development ministry hiked

February 28, 2013 at 8:11 PM

New Delhi, Feb 28 (IANS) Finance Minister P. Chidambaram Thursday proposed to hike the allocation to the women and child development ministry by 15 percent from Rs.17,263 crore ($3,219 million) to Rs.20,350 crore ($3,795 million) this fiscal.

No lowering of age of juvenile under law: Krishna Tirath

February 27, 2013 at 2:51 PM

New Delhi, Feb 27 (IANS) The government Wednesday ruled out reducing the age of a juvenile under the law, saying it would go against the interests of the nation's juvenile population.

Parliament passes protection of women at workplace bill

February 26, 2013 at 7:39 PM

New Delhi, Feb 26 (IANS) Parliamentary approval was Tuesday accorded to a bill seeking to provide protection to women from sexual harassment at workplace, including millions of unorganised workers like the domestic help.

World's largest Vedic temple to be ready by 2016, says Iskcon

February 25, 2013 at 8:59 PM

Kolkata, Feb 25 (IANS) The International Society of Krishna Consciousness (Iskcon) Monday said the world's largest Vedic temple 'Chandrodaya Mandir', which is under construction at West Bengal's Mayapur, would be inaugurated in 2016.

Visually impaired navigators guide drivers in unique car rally in Ahmedabad

February 17, 2013 at 4:49 PM

Ahmedabad, Feb 17 (ANI): In a reversal of roles, the visually impaired guided the able sighted through the rally course that was organised in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

Lakhs take holy dip in Konark

February 17, 2013 at 12:01 PM

Bhubaneswar, Feb 17 (IANS) More than five lakh devotees Sunday took a holy dip in Odisha's temple town Konark and offered prayers to the sun god on the occasion of Magha Saptami.

Physically-challenged girl abducted, raped in Delhi

February 13, 2013 at 9:45 PM

New Delhi, Feb 13 (IANS) A physically-challenged girl was abducted, kept hostage for two days and raped by one of her neighbours, police said Wednesday.

Vedanta inks sponsorship deal with Krishna Poonia

February 7, 2013 at 10:19 PM

Bhubaneswar, Feb 7 (IANS) Vedanta Group Thursday inked a two-year sponsorship agreement with discus thrower Krishna Poonia, the first Indian female athlete to win a Commonwealth Games gold medal, a company official said.

Padmapriya buries the hatchet with Nishad (Malayalam Movie Snippets)

February 7, 2013 at 5:47 PM

Thiruvanathapuram, Feb 7 (IANS) Actress Padmapriya has finally resolved the ongoing feud with Malayalam filmmaker M.A. Nishad after an open discussion.

Zeenat Aman to marry 36-year-old businessman from Mumbai?

February 5, 2013 at 3:34 PM

New Delhi, Feb 5 (ANI): Yester years Bollywood biggest superstar Zeenat Aman is planning to tie the knot with a 36-year-old business man from Mumbai.

New anti-rape laws will create fear among offenders: Krishna Tirath

February 2, 2013 at 3:42 PM

New Delhi, Feb. 2 (ANI): Reiterating that the government is committed to ensure stringent punishment for crimes against women, Women and Child Development Minister Krishna Tirath on Saturday said that the ordinance approved by the Union Cabinet on the basis of the Justice Verma Committee report, will definitely create fear among the criminal elements of the society.

Fake note printing unit busted

February 2, 2013 at 10:46 AM

Bhubaneswar, Feb 2 (IANS) Police have busted a counterfeit currency notes-printing unit in Odisha's Bargarh district and arrested three people for circulating the notes in nearby areas, an official said Saturday.

Suneesh Neendoor to direct 'Krishna Yaksha' (Malayalam Movie Snippets)

January 31, 2013 at 7:58 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 31 (IANS) After "Nombaram", Malayalam film scriptwriter Suneesh Neendoor is set to go behind the camera for his new movie "Krishna Yaksha".

Declining sex-ratio cause for concern, says Tirath

January 24, 2013 at 10:08 PM

New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) Union Women and Child Development Minister Krishna Tirath Thursday expressed concern over the declining sex-ratio, specially in affluent sections of society.

Delhi jeweller held for Rs.2.5 crore fraud

January 23, 2013 at 9:52 PM

New Delhi, Jan 23 (IANS) A 61-year-old jeweller was arrested here for cheating people to the tune of Rs.2.5 crore on the pretext of providing them handsome returns on investments of gold and cash, police said Wednesday.

Thriller or romance or animation - take your pick this week! (IANS Preview)

January 22, 2013 at 9:12 PM

New Delhi, Jan 22 (IANS) The much-talked about mega-budget action-packed thriller "Race 2" is coming out this Friday alongside small romantic film "Akaash Vani". If they don't whet your appetite, you can choose 3D-animation film "Main Krishna Hoon" to satiate your cravings for movies.

No consensus on death for rapists, accord on fast-track courts

January 4, 2013 at 11:19 PM

New Delhi, Jan 4 (IANS) A meeting of state police chiefs and chief secretaries here Friday did not arrive at a consensus on the issue of death penalty for rape convicts, but broadly agreed to bring down the legally defined age of "juvenile" to 16 from 18 and fast-track trials of offences against women, officials said.

Why Pongal is important for business of cinema?

January 2, 2013 at 12:47 PM

Chennai, Jan 2 (IANS) Come Pongal and cineastes in southern India flock to theatres in large numbers giving the film industry special reason to celebrate the four-day harvest festival.

Dairy farm in Pune opts for musical therapy to boost milk production

December 25, 2012 at 5:57 PM

Pune, Dec. 25 (ANI): A dairy farm near Pune opted for musical therapy to soothe its dairy cows in order to boost milk yields.

Pune dairy farm opts for musical therapy to boost milk production

December 25, 2012 at 1:41 PM

Pune, Dec 25 (ANI): A farm near Pune in Maharashtra has opted for musical therapy to soothe its dairy cows in order to boost milk yields.

US school tries to avoid religious controversy by not chanting 'Om' in yoga

December 17, 2012 at 3:18 PM

Washington, Dec. 17 (ANI): A school in California is avoiding chanting Sanskrit words, "Om," or clasping hands in the prayer position in yoga, so as to steer clear of any religious controversy.

'Go Goa Gone' to release on Valentine's Day?

December 13, 2012 at 4:20 PM

Mumbai, Dec 13 (IANS) Saif Ali Khan's "Go Goa Gone" will hit the screens in the New Year, and director Raj Nidimoru says it might release Feb 14, which happens to be Valentine's Day.

Vishal's 'Pattatthu Yaanai' launched

December 12, 2012 at 8:08 PM

Chennai, Dec 12 (IANS) A new Tamil romantic drama, "Pattatthu Yaanai", was launched here Wednesday, to coincide with the date 12.12.12.

Man sets date with death on 12/12/12

December 12, 2012 at 7:05 PM

Ghaziabad, Dec 12 (IANS) A man in this Uttar Pradesh town decided to die by his own timetable, and "challenge God". He decided to meet his maker at 12.12.12 on 12-12-12. He jumped from atop a water tank, and fell about 80 feet to his death.

Don't look down on Telugu film industry: Krishna DK (Interview)

December 11, 2012 at 11:20 AM

Chennai, Dec 11 (IANS) The Telugu film industry is as big as Bollywood and should not be looked down upon, says filmmaker Krishna DK, who has co-directed Hindi films such as "99" and "Shor in the City" and is now all set to release his maiden Telugu crime-comedy "D for Dopidi".

Aamir keen on bringing Mahabharata to celluloid

December 7, 2012 at 11:08 PM

New Delhi, Dec 7 (IANS) Superstar Aamir Khan dreams of bringing the epic tale of Mahabharata on the big screen, but says he lacks courage to do it.

I'm a choosy about my films: Vishal Krishna

December 4, 2012 at 4:44 PM

Chennai, Dec 4 (IANS) Tamil actor Vishal Krishna says he is neither a winner, nor a loser, but a chooser when it comes to his films.

Yeddyurappa quits BJP, firm to make new party

November 30, 2012 at 12:55 PM

After serving about 40 years to BJP, former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa is all set to resign from his membership of the Assembly as well as from the BJP today.

Yeddyurappa quits BJP

November 30, 2012 at 12:55 PM

Bangalore, Nov 30 (ANI): Former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa on Friday formally quit the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), sending his resignation letter to president Nitin Gadkari.

Yeddyurappa to formally quit BJP today

November 30, 2012 at 11:12 AM

Bangalore, Nov 30 (ANI): Former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa is all set to resign from his membership of the Assembly as well as sever his 40-year-old association with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

Most Indians feel animals, people have equal rights: study

November 27, 2012 at 12:38 PM

New Delhi, Nov 27 (IANS) More than 85 percent Indians believe that animals have as many rights as people, says recent research on animal welfare.

Supporters hope Kejriwal's party will usher in transparency

November 26, 2012 at 8:23 PM

New Delhi, Nov 26 (IANS) Welcoming the launch of Arvind Kejriwal's Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in the capital Monday, his supporters hoped the party would bring about transparency in politics and serve as an alternative to India's leading national parties.

ONGC to tie up with ConocoPhillips for shale gas in India

November 26, 2012 at 8:15 PM

New Delhi, Nov 26 (IANS) State?run oil and natural gas explorer ONGC will next month tie up with US energy firm ConocoPhillips for exploration of shale gas in India.

'Bannada Kode' ? touching tale, but poor narration (Kannada Film Review)

November 18, 2012 at 7:23 PM

Film: "Bannada Kode": Cast: Baby Suhasini, Yathiraj, Rohith Kumar Kateel, Master Chiranjeevi, Sharanya, Mohini and others; Director: Krishna Belthangadi; Producer: Harish Bellaala; Camera: Vishnu Prasad; Music Director: Neville; Rating: **1/2

FIR against Gowda, Krishna, Yeddyurappa on highway project

November 17, 2012 at 10:10 PM

Bangalore, Nov 17 (IANS) A first information report (FIR) was Saturday filed by police against three former Karnataka chief ministers ? H.D. Deve Gowda, S.M. Krishna and B.S. Yeddyurappa ? over their alleged role in irregularities in a highway project.

Delhi Police suspends officers for encroachment

November 11, 2012 at 6:59 PM

New Delhi, Nov 11 (IANS) Delhi Police Sunday suspended an undisclosed number of officers for turning a blind eye to encroachment by shopkeepers during Diwali leading to traffic snarls.

Advani lauds BJP, says 'no ambitions of becoming PM now'

November 8, 2012 at 1:09 PM

New Delhi, Nov. 8 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) veteran Lal Krishna Advani on Thursday said that he has no ambitions to become the Prime Minister now, and added that his party has given him much more admiration than the topmost post of the country.

Advani turns 85 today; BJP Prez greets him

November 8, 2012 at 12:25 PM

Senior BJP Leader Lal Krishna Advani Thursday turned 85-year old and many leaders including BJP President Nitish Gadkari wished him for his long and healthy life.............

Need to recognise work by women: Tirath

November 7, 2012 at 9:32 PM

New Delhi, Nov 7 (IANS) Union minister Krishna Tirath Wednesday stressed the need to recognise and value the "invisible work" done by women at home and in other sectors.

Under fire Gadkari meets Sushma Swaraj, Rajnath Singh in Delhi

November 7, 2012 at 11:54 AM

New Delhi, Nov. 7 (ANI): Amid intense pressure by a section of party leaders demanding his resignation on corruption charges, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Nitin Gadkari met senior party leader Sushma Swaraj here on Wednesday.

CAG has right to examine efficiency of RIL

November 3, 2012 at 4:23 PM

New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) India's official auditor Saturday made it clear that its audit of Reliance Industries-operated Krishna-Godavari (KG) oil and gas block off Andhra Pradesh coast has to be a performance audit and not just a financial one.

'Krishna Aur Kans' wins special award

November 3, 2012 at 2:47 PM

New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) Indian animated movie "Krishna Aur Kans", inspired by mythological characters, was recently given a special jury award by Association of International Du Film D' Animation (ASIFA) for best animation and special effects.

'Delhi Safari', 'Hey Krishna' in run for Oscar nod

November 3, 2012 at 2:39 PM

Los Angeles, Nov 3 (IANS) Indian animation films "Delhi Safari" and "Hey Krishna" ("Krishna Aur Kans") have been submitted for shortlist for the best animated feature film category of the 85th Academy Awards.

BJP struggles to clean Bangalore - and its own mess (Karnataka Newsletter)

November 3, 2012 at 11:27 AM

Bangalore, Nov 3 (IANS) Karnataka's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has been hurtling from one mess to another for the last four years. Now, the way the party, which also runs the Bangalore civic body, has handled the city's garbage mess indicates that the problem will continue to fester.

'US strongly values strategic partnership with India'

November 1, 2012 at 11:48 AM

Washington, Nov 1 (IANS) Valuing its "strategic partnership" with India, Washington has expressed the hope that new External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid would be a valued partner in carrying forward their strategic dialogue.

Take care of India's ties with Pakistan, daily tells Khurshid

October 31, 2012 at 10:52 AM

Islamabad, Oct 31 (IANS) India's new Foreign Minister Salman Khurshid has before him the gargantuan task of not letting singular issues and events "hijack the tenuous peace process" between Pakistan and India, said a Pakistani daily Wednesday.

New policy to ensure optimal development of children: Tirath

October 30, 2012 at 1:56 PM

New Delhi, Oct 30 (IANS) There is need to evolve an early childhood care and education (ECCE) policy that promotes optimal development and active learning capacity of children under six years, Women and Child Development Minister Krishna Tirath said here Tuesday.

Relations with China and Pakistan are manageable: Krishna

October 27, 2012 at 5:35 PM

New Delhi, Oct 27 (ANI): India's outgoing Foreign Minister Somanahalli Mallaiah Krishna said on Saturday that relations with China and Pakistan are manageable.

Krishna recalls personal chemistry with Pakistan's Hina

October 27, 2012 at 4:07 PM

New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) Personal chemistry helps in diplomacy. Recalling his years as foreign minister, S.M. Krishna Saturday said he forged a "good understanding" with his Pakistani and Chinese counterparts, Hina Rabbani Khar and Yang Jiechi respectively, which helped him to improve India's relations with these countries.

Krishna claims, resigned to make passage for 'younger blood'

October 27, 2012 at 3:41 PM

S.M. Krishna has justified his step for resign to the cabinet saying that he has created a passage for the young blood in the cabinet. Terming his tenure as an external affairs minister,

I resigned to make way for youth: Krishna

October 27, 2012 at 3:03 PM

New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) A day after he resigned as the external affairs minister, S.M. Krishna Saturday said he quit to make way for younger people to take over and underlined that his stint saw an improvement in India's relations with Pakistan and China.

Resigned to make way for younger blood: Krishna

October 27, 2012 at 1:43 PM

New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) S.M. Krishna Saturday said he has resigned from his post as external affairs minister to make way for "younger blood", and added that he had brought in transparency in the functioning of the ministry during his tenure.

Cabinet reshuffle at 11.30 am on Sunday

October 27, 2012 at 12:55 PM

New Delhi, Oct 27 (ANI): Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is all set to carry a major reshuffle in his Cabinet that is scheduled to take place around 11:30 am on Sunday.

Foreign minister S.M. Krishna quits ahead of cabinet reshuffle (Roundup)

October 26, 2012 at 10:14 PM

New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) India's External Affairs Minister S.M. Krishna resigned Friday just ahead of what is expected to be a substantial cabinet reshuffle Sunday, paving the way for a new and perhaps younger foreign minister at a challenging time for the nation's foreign policy and international relations.

Indian techie jailed in Pakistan returns home

October 26, 2012 at 9:10 PM

Mumbai, Oct 26 (IANS) Mumbai's Bhavesh Parmar, who had boarded the Samjhauta Express in a state of depression seven years ago, returned home Friday after he was released from a jail in Pakistan.

Krishna quits as external affairs minister, spotlight on successor

October 26, 2012 at 9:10 PM

New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) External Affairs Minister S.M. Krishna resigned Friday, two days ahead of a cabinet reshuffle, triggering speculation about his successor in the key position.

Krishna quits as external affairs minister, guessing game on

October 26, 2012 at 6:30 PM

New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) External Affairs Minister S.M. Krishna resigned Friday, two days ahead of an expected cabinet reshuffle, triggering speculation about his successor to the key position.

Sreesanth seeks blessings from famed Guruvayoor

October 26, 2012 at 6:14 PM

Kochi, Oct 26 (IANS) Temperamental Indian speedster Sreesanth sought the blessings from the famed Sree Krishna temple at Guruvayoor for making a return to the national team.

Krishna quits as foreign minister

October 26, 2012 at 6:14 PM

New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) External Affairs Minister S.M. Krishna has resigned from his post, official sources said Friday, ahead of a cabinet reshuffle expected Sunday.

Krishna expresses desire to work for Congress party

October 26, 2012 at 5:58 PM

New Delhi, Oct. 26 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S.M.Krishna has reportedly sent his resignation to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, and expressed his desire to work for the Congress without any post.