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Everything you need to know about Hubli New Cotton Market: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

21 child beggars rescued in Pakistan

June 9, 2013 at 1:45 PM

Islamabad, June 9 (IANS) At least 21 child beggars have been rescued by a child protection agency in Pakistan's garrison city of Rawalpindi, a media report said.

Oz retailers Kmart, Target sign accord to improve safety for B'desh factory workers

June 8, 2013 at 1:04 PM

Sydney, June 8 (ANI): Australian retailers, Kmart and Target, have signed onto an accord to improve safety at Bangladesh factories, following the collapse of a factory that killed more than 1100 workers in April.

Australian retailers sign Bangladeshi safety accord

June 7, 2013 at 4:09 PM

Beijing, June 7 (Xinhua-ANI): Australian retailers Kmart and Target on Friday joined other global brands to protect thousands of garment-makers in Bangladesh by signing a major health and safety accord.

Dilli Haat launches Sharbat Mela

May 31, 2013 at 1:53 PM

New Delhi, May 31 (IANS) To beat the scorching heat, a four-day Sharbat Mela has been launched at Dilli Haat, near INA Market, here.

NASDAQ pays record penalty for failures in Facebook IPO

May 30, 2013 at 11:37 AM

Washington, May 30 (IANS) NASDAQ has agreed to pay a penalty of $10 million, the largest ever against a stock exchange, for violating securities laws in the Facebook initial public offering (IPO) last May, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has said in a statement.

Becks may endorse Las Vegas eatery

May 28, 2013 at 2:36 PM

London, May 28 (ANI): Mega tycoon Steve Wynn is planning to rope in both footie ace David Beckham and chef Gordon Ramsay in a joint venture at his Las Vegas hotel, according to reports.

Alcohol brand placements in movies could trigger underage drinking

May 28, 2013 at 11:16 AM

Washington, May 28 (ANI): Current constraints on advertising for alcohol products in movies that adolescents watch are not effective, researchers at the Norris Cotton Cancer Center have found.

T. rex cousin fed more like falcon than crocodile

May 22, 2013 at 1:10 PM

Washington, May 22 (ANI): It is believed that the mighty T. rex may have thrashed its massive head from side to side to dismember prey, but a new study has shown that its smaller cousin Allosaurus was a more dexterous hunter and tugged at prey more like a modern-day falcon.

Now, waterproof fabric that drains sweat

May 21, 2013 at 11:58 AM

Washington, May 21 (ANI): Bioengineers at the University of California, Davis have invented waterproof fabrics that whisk away sweat, using microfluidic technology.

Farming in progress on the eve of monsoon in India

May 17, 2013 at 7:34 PM

New Delhi, May 17 (ANI): According to the latest statistics released by the Government, rice has so far been planted in 2.4 lakh hectares in the country. . This is 52 thousand hectare more than that reported a week ago (1.88 lakh ).

'Eega' to be screened at Cannes film market

May 14, 2013 at 8:14 PM

Chennai, May 14 (IANS) Successful Telugu revenge-drama "Eega" will be screened at the Cannes International Film Fesitval's film market section May 20.

Kannada poet Basavanna's birth anniversary observed in Delhi

May 14, 2013 at 1:10 PM

New Delhi, May 14 (ANI): A large number of Kannada writers, artists and academicians from the national capital today celebrated the birth anniversary of the 12th century poet Basavanna, who was a noted mystic and ardent social reformer.

Monchengladbach extends Herrmann's contract to 2016

May 12, 2013 at 3:34 PM

Berlin, May 12 (IANS) Borussia Monchengladbach extended the contract with Patrick Herrmann for another year, the club said on its official homepage.

World observes "World Asthma Day" with the theme "You Can Control Your Asthma"

May 7, 2013 at 1:43 PM

World Asthma Day is being observed across the world on 7 May 2013 as it is observed every year on the first Tuesday of May.....................

Mum wished being buried with babies she killed

May 4, 2013 at 7:32 PM

London, May 4 (IANS) A woman in Britain who killed her three young children before plunging to her death had wished to be buried with them, her parents said.

Yahoo chief to include baby gifts and pups in employee perks

May 1, 2013 at 3:48 PM

Sydney, May 1 (ANI): Yahoo chief executive Marissa Mayer has proposed gifts for infants of its employees, besides puppies and kittens as perks to boost work morale.

Congress will give world class infrastructure to 'Bengaluru': PM

April 29, 2013 at 8:12 PM

Bangalore/Hubli, April 29 (IANS) The Congress would build world class infrastructure in 'Bengaluru' if voted to power again in Karnataka, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Monday while attacking the ruling BJP for its "corruption" which had stalled the development of the city and the state.

BJP's graft stalled Karnataka's development, says PM

April 29, 2013 at 6:12 PM

Hubli (Karnataka), April 29 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Monday said that corruption in the BJP government in Karnataka had hit the state's development and urged people to vote for the Congress in the May 5 assembly polls.

Blast rattles Syrian capital, PM targeted: report

April 29, 2013 at 2:12 PM

Beijing, Apr. 29 (Xinhua-ANI): An explosion rocked a district of Syria's capital Damascus Monday, leaving unspecified number of casualties, the state-media said, while other reports said the prime minister was the target of the attack.

Iron Man, Spider-Man to cheer Mumbai Indians!

April 26, 2013 at 7:00 PM

Mumbai, April 26 (IANS) Marvel super heroes Iron Man and Spider-Man will make a special appearance at the Wankhede Stadium here Saturday to cheer for Indian Premier League (IPL) team Mumbai Indians.

Republican lawmaker says 'five jihadists reached their targets in U.S.' under Obama

April 26, 2013 at 2:44 PM

Washington, Apr. 26 (ANI): Republican Tom Cotton has expressed grave doubts about the Obama administration's counter-terrorism policies and programmes.

Samsung's Q1 profit surges on smartphone sales

April 26, 2013 at 1:32 PM

Beijing, Apr. 26 (Xinhua-ANI): Samsung Electronics, the world's largest maker of handsets, memory chips and flat screens, said Friday that its operating profit surged in the first quarter on the back of solid demand for its Galaxy smartphones.

Samsung's Q1 profit surges on smartphone sales

April 26, 2013 at 1:16 PM

Seoul, April 26 (IANS) Samsung Electronics, the world's largest maker of handsets, memory chips and flat screens, said Friday that its operating profit surged in the first quarter on the back of solid demand for its Galaxy smartphones.

At 56 deaths a month, Vidarbha screams for intervention

April 21, 2013 at 5:17 PM

Mumbai, April 21 (IANS) Maharashtra's Vidarbha region has seen 168 farmer suicides in the first three months of this year.

Xabi Alonso set to get two-year extension at Real to prevent Liverpool return

April 7, 2013 at 11:56 AM

London, Apr 7 (ANI): Real Madrid player Xabi Alonso will reportedly be offered a two-year contract extension by his club in a bid to prevent him from returning to his former side Liverpool, following claims from Alonso that he wanted to leave Madrid at the end of the season.

1 in 10 Facebook users receive abusive, insulting messages on site: Report

March 22, 2013 at 11:22 AM

London, Mar 22 (ANI): One in ten users of Facebook have received abusive or insulting messages, a new study has revealed.

Ford ready for 'Star Wars' return

March 21, 2013 at 3:21 PM

Los Angeles, March 21 (IANS) Hollywood actor Harrison Ford is looking forward to returning to his "Star Wars" role as Han Solo in the forthcoming extension of the franchise.

Karnataka bans sub-standard drugs, disinfectant

March 11, 2013 at 8:27 PM

Bangalore, March 11 (IANS) Karnataka's health and family welfare department Monday banned the sale and use of some allopathic tablets and a disinfectant fluid with immediate effect after they were tested and found to be sub-standard.

Living out of our car was worth it, says Hilary Swank

March 11, 2013 at 4:43 PM

London, Mar. 11 (ANI): Hilary Swank, who has twice won a Best Actress Oscar, said that her mother Judy taught her to overcome personal problems.

Facebook acquires Microsoft's digital-ad service

March 2, 2013 at 11:31 AM

Washington, Mar 2 (IANS/EFE) Facebook Inc. announced that it has reached a deal with Microsoft Corp. to acquire its Atlas Advertiser Suite, a service that enables marketers and agencies to get the most out of their online advertising.

Federer says Grand Slams, not top dog status priority for him this year

February 28, 2013 at 5:07 PM

Washington, Feb 28 (ANI): Swiss tennis ace Roger Federer has claimed adding more titles to his already huge Grand Slam trophy cabinet is currently his priority over retaining world number one status.

Only 7 express, two passenger trains for Karnataka in rail budget

February 26, 2013 at 10:35 PM

Bangalore, Feb 26 (IANS) The railway budget, presented in parliament by Railways Minister Pawan Kumar Bansal Tuesday, has proposed to introduce only seven express trains and two passenger trains from and within Karnataka in fiscal 2013-14.

UP silk weavers bearing brunt of government's apathy

February 24, 2013 at 2:35 PM

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh), Feb.24 (ANI): Silk weavers in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, have expressed their ire over the government's false promises of providing them with basic amenities.

Audrey Hepburn's flirtatious dialogue in 'Charade' voted sexiest line in cinema

February 23, 2013 at 12:10 PM

London, Feb. 23 (ANI): Audrey Hepburn's pick-up line in her 1963 movie 'Charade' has been voted as the best in a survey.

Sheen donates $10,000 for injured teenager

February 16, 2013 at 1:53 PM

Los Angeles, Feb 16 (IANS) Actor Charlie Sheen has donated $10,000 to an injured teenager to help her pay for a therapy dog.

WAGs and celebs gush about their Valentine's Day gifts on Twitter

February 15, 2013 at 3:13 PM

London, Feb 15 (ANI): Christine Bleakley led the way for other celebrities to share their gushing love notes and pictures of their presents through Twitter on Valentine's Day.

South Korea's money supply growth slows

February 13, 2013 at 12:25 PM

Seoul, Feb 13 (IANS) South Korea's money supply growth slowed in December, giving central bank more room to reduce borrowing costs to boost the economy, central bank data showed Wednesday.

Children should earn rewards feels Heidi Klum

February 11, 2013 at 12:11 AM

Los Angeles, Feb 11 (IANS) German Supermodel Heidi Klum loves pampering her four children on their birthdays and Christmas, but is strict when it comes to good manners.

Biotech has made India net exporter of cotton, says expert

February 4, 2013 at 10:46 PM

Bangalore, Feb 4 (IANS) Biotechnology has made India a net exporter of BT Cotton from being an importer, with production nearly doubling to 510 kg per hectare from 225 kg over a decade ago, an industry player said Monday.

Amy Winehouse's goddaughter wants to carry on her legacy

February 3, 2013 at 2:54 PM

London, Feb. 3 (ANI): Amy Winehouse's goddaughter Dionne Bromfield, who is on a pilgrimage to St Lucia, said that she wanted to continue the troubled singer's legacy.

'Saint Dracula 3D' to screen at Jaipur film fest

February 1, 2013 at 5:34 PM

New Delhi, Feb 1 (IANS) Filmmaker Rupesh Paul's horror movie "Saint Dracula 3D" will be screened at the Jaipur International Film Festival Saturday.

Curtail export of onion, Dikshit urges Pawar

January 31, 2013 at 4:38 PM

New Delhi, Jan 31 (IANS) Concerned over skyrocketing prices of onions which have nearly tripled in the last few weeks, Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit Thursday said she had written to union Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar seeking curbs on its export.

'Let's Design' shortlists five candidates from North region

January 28, 2013 at 8:08 PM

New Delhi, Jan 28 (IANS) Let's Design, a pan-India competition that educates and inspires young designers to work with cotton fabrics, has selected five young designers from north region for the final round to be held Feb 5.

Kelly Brook signs up for Celebrity Juice as new team captain

January 25, 2013 at 4:32 PM

London, Jan 25 (ANI): Kelly Brook has signed up as a new team captain on 'Celebrity Juice' - replacing pregnant Fearne Cotton.

Benaglio extends contract till 2016 with Wolfsburg

January 24, 2013 at 1:12 PM

Berlin, Jan 24 (IANS) Wolfsburg goalkeeper and team captain Diego Benaglio has agreed to a contract extension until 2016.

Felipe Massa eyeing F1 title challenge

January 18, 2013 at 10:49 AM

Rio de Janeiro, Jan 18 (IANS) Ferrari driver Felipe Massa has said he intended to vie for the Formula 1 drivers' championship this year alongside team-mate Fernando Alonso.

'Let's Design' back to woo cotton lovers

January 17, 2013 at 7:29 PM

New Delhi, Jan 17 (IANS) Let's Design, a pan-India design competition that educates and inspires young designers to work with cotton fabrics, is back with its fifth season.

Avni Doshi wins Tibor Jones lit prize

January 11, 2013 at 3:05 PM

New Delhi, Jan 11 (IANS) First-time writer Avni Doshi has been awarded the 2013 Tibor Jones South Asia prize for "Girl in White Cotton" at the Appejay Kolkata Literary Festival.

Why we like friends with familiar faces

December 29, 2012 at 2:45 PM

London, December 29 (ANI): We are more likely to approach strangers with whom we share a physical resemblance - as is the case with Eva Longoria and Victoria Beckham, who became firm friends after the former Spice Girl moved to Los Angeles with her husband David.

Hannover extend contract with coach Mirko Slomka

December 9, 2012 at 3:32 PM

Berlin, Dec 9 (IANS) German football club Hannover have extended their contract with coach Mirko Slomka until 2016, the club said in an official statement.

'Life of Pi' bags National Tourism Awards

December 8, 2012 at 7:32 PM

New Delhi, Dec 8 (ANI): The recently released feature film 'Life of Pi' has been given two National Tourism Awards by the Tourism Ministry recognizing the impact it has had in promoting India as a tourism destination, especially Puducherry and Munnar (Kerala).

Now, 'smart watch' that 'syncs with your iPhone'!

December 6, 2012 at 1:40 PM

Washington, Dec 6 (ANI): Japan-based electronics maker Casio has made a new watch that not only tells the time, but also delivers email and phone call alerts by synchronizing with your iPhone.

Inter not to force Sneijder, says Moratti

December 3, 2012 at 1:16 PM

Milan, Dec 3 (IANS) Inter president Massimo Moratti has insisted that he in no way "wants to force" Wesley Sneijder into signing a new contract, so the Dutch midfielder could possibly be released on a free transfer.

Cotton fair in Chennai enthralls visitors

November 28, 2012 at 9:27 PM

Chennai, Nov.28 (ANI): A cotton fair organised here, is providing a platform for artisans to showcase their skills, and at the same time, proved to be a major attraction for visitors.

Rolling Stones wow London at first 50th anniversary concert

November 26, 2012 at 4:55 PM

London, November 26 (ANI): The Rolling Stones took to the stage at London's O2 Arena for the first time since 2007 on Sunday night to celebrate five fabulous decades in the music industry.

More men baring chests in 'He-vage' trend as women cover up on night outs

November 15, 2012 at 11:38 AM

London, Nov 15 (ANI): Three quarters of men are now opting to show off their chests - and accompanying chest rugs - on nights out, a new survey has revealed.

Canadian PM plays cricket, hockey in Bangalore

November 9, 2012 at 7:17 PM

Bangalore, Nov 9 (IANS) Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper signed off his six-day visit to India on a sportive note Friday by playing cricket and hockey with students of Bishop Cotton Boys & Girls School in the heart of this tech hub.

Regular ibuprofen use cuts bladder cancer risk

November 8, 2012 at 1:49 PM

Washington, November 8 (ANI): Regular use of ibuprofen may help reduce risk of bladder cancer, especially in those with certain genetic marker, a new study has found.

Virtual smoking apps can tantalise teenagers: study

October 26, 2012 at 6:22 PM

Washington, Oct 26 (IANS/RIA Novosti) With the help of dozens of free mobile applications, teenagers can virtually light up and smoke away, say Australian researchers and warn it can encourage the real thing.

State Fair of Texas' iconic 'Big Tex' destroyed in fire

October 20, 2012 at 11:02 AM

Washington, Oct. 20 (ANI): The 52-foot tall statue and marketing icon of the annual State Fair of Texas, Big Tex was destroyed in a fire, leaving behind a little more than the metal frame of the giant cowboy.

Massa signs new one-year contract extension with Ferrari ending Vettel rumour

October 17, 2012 at 8:43 PM

London, Oct 17(ANI): Ferrari driver Felipe Massa has signed a new one-year contract extension with the Italian outfit, which has effectively put an end to Sebastian Vettel to Ferrari rumours.

New Apple iPad mini 'could range anywhere from $320 to $840', claims report

October 15, 2012 at 1:56 PM

London, Oct 15 (ANI): The new versions of the iPad mini, which are expected to be unveiled this month, could range anywhere from 320 dollars for a base model to 840 dollars for the fully loaded device, a report has claimed.

Sheila backs FDI in retail, calls BJP anti-trader

October 13, 2012 at 10:24 PM

New Delhi, Oct 13 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit Saturday indicated that her government will leave no stone unturned in implementing foreign direct investment (FDI) in retail here.

Farm land should not be acquired for non-farm use: Pawar

October 9, 2012 at 1:48 PM

New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) Good productive agricultural land should not be given away for non-agricultural uses, Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar said here Tuesday.

Kristen Stewart named UK's most searched celebrity style icon

September 29, 2012 at 11:30 AM

London, Sept 28 (ANI): Kristen Stewart knocked Pippa Middleton off the top spot to become UK's most searched celebrity style icon.

Google Play store hits 25 bn downloads

September 27, 2012 at 12:10 PM

San Francisco, Sep 27 (IANS) Google announced Wednesday that its online store for media and applications Google Play has hit 25 billion downloads.

25pc people use mobile phones instead of watches to check time

September 27, 2012 at 11:54 AM

London, Sept 27 (ANI): Watches are falling out of fashion, with a quarter of people preferring to use a mobile phone or computer to tell the time, a study has revealed.

Filming intimate scenes with Kidman terrified Efron

September 25, 2012 at 6:35 AM

Los Angeles, Sep 25 (IANS) Actor Zac Efron was left terrified on the set of his new movie "The Paperboy" by co-star Nicole Kidman's sex appeal.

Langer awed by 'Big Show' Maxwell's performance in 'pressure-cooker' situations

September 24, 2012 at 4:35 PM

Sydney, Sep 24(ANI): Former Australia Test opener Justin Langer has said he is very impressed by young all rounder Glenn Maxwell's technique, confidence, attitude and most importantly his performances in pressure situations.

China online mobile phone sales soar

September 21, 2012 at 3:47 PM

Beijing, Sep 21 (IANS) About 10 percent of Chinese consumers now buy mobile phones online and their number is rising rapidly, a study has found.

Rehman Malik fears more terror strikes in Karachi after twin blasts

September 19, 2012 at 11:49 AM

Islamabad, Sept. 19 (ANI): Stating that his ministry had already warned of possible blasts in Karachi, Pakistan's Interior Minister, Rehman Malik said he feared similar acts of terrorism could take place in the city in the near future.

Jesse Wood plans to marry pregnant girlfriend

September 17, 2012 at 1:42 PM

London, Sep 17 (IANS) Singer Ronnie Wood's son Jesse is planning to marry his girlfriend Fearne Cotton, who is expecting their baby.

Federal Reserve to pump more liquidity into US economy

September 14, 2012 at 12:04 PM

Washington, Sep 14 (IANS/EFE) The US Federal Reserve Thursday announced further steps to stimulate a struggling economy and pledged to keep short-term interest rates at near zero until 2015.

Doctor held in Karnataka, arrests total 14

September 3, 2012 at 5:29 PM

Bangalore, Sep 3 (IANS) A doctor has been arrested for alleged links to Pakistan-based terror outfits LeT and HuJI, taking the number detained mainly in Karnataka in the last five days to 14, police said Monday.

Arrests of terror suspects in Karnataka rises to 14

September 3, 2012 at 2:57 PM

Bangalore, Sep 3 (IANS) Karnataka Police have arrested a doctor for alleged links to Pakistan-based terror outfits LeT and HuJI, taking the number of people detained in the state in the last five days to 14, police said Monday.

Special team to probe Karnataka terror suspects' links

September 1, 2012 at 6:09 PM

Bangalore, Sep 1 (IANS) The Karnataka crime branch Saturday set up a special team to investigate the terror links of a dozen youths arrested this week and unravel their plans to carry deadly attacks in the state with support from banned outfits LeT and HuJi.

Muslim grouping seeks fair probe in Karnataka terror case

August 31, 2012 at 11:29 PM

Bangalore, Aug 31 (IANS) A Muslim federation of over dozen organisations Friday sought a quick and fair investigation into the arrest of 11 youth suspected to have links with banned terror outfits LeT and HuJi and plotting to carry terrors attacks in the city.

11 terror suspects held, catastrophe averted

August 30, 2012 at 8:19 PM

Bangalore, Aug 30 (IANS) Eleven people planning to assassinate leading Karnataka politicians, some journalists and Hindu leaders on the ordrs of Pakistan-based terror outfits have been arrested in Karnataka, a police officer said Thursday.

Journalist among five arrested in Bengaluru for links with Indian Mujahideen

August 30, 2012 at 7:55 PM

Bengaluru, Aug 30 (ANI): Bengaluru Police on Thursday arrested a journalist, reportedly employed with an English daily, for alleged links with the Indian Mujahideen.

$189 mn of China's imports MoUs between Indian and Chinese firms

August 27, 2012 at 9:38 PM

New Delhi Aug 27(IANS) Industry association FICCI and the China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Machinery and Electronic Products (CCCME) Monday signed an agreement to boost cooperation between industrial and export entities of the two countries.

18 feet python found in Florida

August 14, 2012 at 5:48 PM

London, Aug 14 (IANS) An 18 feet python, carrying a record 87 eggs, has been captured in Florida.

Probe agriculture ministry's role in clearing Bt Cotton: Parliament panel

August 12, 2012 at 1:13 PM

New Delhi, Aug 12 (IANS) A parliamentary panel has called for an in-depth probe into the agriculture ministry's role in the government's decision to approve the commercial release of Bt Cotton in the country in 2002.

Parliamentary panel seeks probe into Bt Brinjal

August 9, 2012 at 7:53 PM

New Delhi, Aug 9 (IANS) A parliamentary panel Thursday recommended a probe into the issue of Bt Brinjal, saying that adequate tests had not been carried out and the approval committee was under "tremendous pressure" from the "industry and a minister" to approve it.

Parliamentary panel seeks probe into Bt Brinjal

August 9, 2012 at 5:53 PM

New Delhi, Aug 9 (IANS) A parliamentary panel Thursday recommended a probe into the issue of Bt Brinjal, saying that adequate tests had not been carried out and the approval committee was under "tremendous pressure" from the "industry and a minister" to approve it.

Maharashtra bans Bt cotton seeds

August 9, 2012 at 3:45 PM

Mumbai, Aug 9 (IANS) The Maharashtra government has banned the sale and distribution of the genetically modified Bt cotton seeds of Maharashtra Hybrid Seeds Company (Mahyco), a partner of US multinational Monsanto, in the state with immediate effect for supplying inferior quality seeds.

Cole dismisses talks about 200 pound-a-week pay demand

August 6, 2012 at 1:53 PM

London, Aug 6 (ANI): Chelsea defender Ashley Cole has rejected rumours about his contract talks being stalled, as he enters the final year of his Blues contract.

Kym Marsh enjoys pre-marital bash

July 31, 2012 at 3:39 AM

Los Angeles, July 31 (IANS) Actress Kym Marsh enjoyed a hen party with friends in Marbell, Spain, just weeks before she ties the knot with actor Jamie Lomas.

Celebs ask burning Olympic question on Twitter

July 28, 2012 at 2:26 PM

London, July 28 (ANI): While most celebrities were probably out clubbing, a few of them chose to stay indoors, watch the Olympics Opening Ceremony and Tweet about it.

Celebs asks the burning Olympic questions on Twitter

July 28, 2012 at 1:22 PM

London, July 28 (ANI): While most celebrities were probably out clubbing, a few of them chose to stay indoors, watch the Olympics Opening Ceremony and Tweet about it.

Shimla school becomes first school to introduce scuba diving in India

July 19, 2012 at 5:36 PM

Shimla, July 19 (ANI): Shimla's Bishop Cotton School has become the first school in India to introduce scuba diving for students.

Eliminating onscreen smoking could help cut teen tobacco use by 18 pc

July 16, 2012 at 3:52 PM

Melbourne, July 16 (ANI): Killing the "cool" factor of cigarettes and increasing the classification rating for films depicting smoking would have a dramatic impact on youth tobacco usage, suggest researchers.

Berlusconi, 75, gets fit for election campaign

July 14, 2012 at 9:28 AM

Rome, July 14 (IANS) Former Italian prime minister Silvio Berlusconi, who was forced to quit over rising debt and a sex scandal, has taken to jogging and studying issues in preparation for a fresh run for the premiership, AKI news agency reported.

Maharashtra farmers welcome Bt cotton ban

July 12, 2012 at 8:40 PM

Nagpur, July 12 (IANS) Farmers in Maharashtra Thursday welcomed the state government's move to ban Bt cotton seeds which have created many problems for the agricultural community, mainly in Vidarbha region, an activist said.

Rating films with smoking 'R' could cut tobacco use in teens

July 10, 2012 at 10:24 AM

Washington, July 10 (ANI): A new research from Norris Cotton Cancer Center has estimated, for the first time, the impact of an R rating for movie smoking.

Carrie Underwood happiest with husband, dogs

July 8, 2012 at 4:24 PM

London, July 8 (IANS) Singer Carrie Underwood, who is married to Canadian sports star Mike Fisher, says she is happiest when she is with her husband and her dogs.

Lifestyle changes 'prevent heart disease'

July 8, 2012 at 11:28 AM

Washington, July (ANI): Over three-quarters of all cardiovascular disease (CVD) mortality could be prevented by making adequate lifestyle changes, the WHO has claimed.

Plane numbers to double by 2032: Boeing

July 4, 2012 at 6:46 AM

Chicago, July 4 (IANS) The global plane market will reach $4.5 trillion and will have doubled the existing fleet with 34,000 new planes over the next two decades, aircraft manufacturer Boeing predicted Tuesday.

Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approves MSP for Kharif Crops for 2012-13

July 3, 2012 at 9:42 PM

New Delhi, July 3 (ANI): The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on Tuesday approved the Minimum Support Prices (MSPs) for 2012-13 season of Kharif crops.

Monsoon delayed but situation not worrisome: Pawar

July 3, 2012 at 5:10 PM

New Delhi, July 3 (IANS) There has been a two-week delay in the monsoon but the situation is not serious, union Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar said here Tuesday and added that rainfall would pick up by next week.

Monsoon situation not serious, rain will pick up: Pawar

July 3, 2012 at 2:22 PM

New Delhi, July 3 (IANS) There has been a two-week delay in the monsoon but the situation is not serious, union Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar said here Tuesday, adding that rainfall would pick up by next week.