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

James Bond's 'Thunderball' wristwatch turns up at car boot sale

May 21, 2013 at 2:14 PM

London, May 21 (ANI): James Bond's geiger-counter wristwatch from hit 1965 film 'Thunderball' was found at a car boot sale.

Fergie credits 'biscuits' as reason behind Man U, personal success

May 15, 2013 at 11:42 AM

London, May 15 (ANI): Retiring Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has revealed that he owed his success as a manager because of his love for biscuits.

Fergie assigns Cantona to find French chateau post-retirement

May 12, 2013 at 10:46 AM

London, May 12 (ANI): Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson is reportedly looking forward to spend time in South France with his family after retirement for which he has signed former international footballer Eric Cantona as his estate agent.

Children to help make South Goa smoke-free

May 9, 2013 at 1:52 PM

Panaji, May 9 (IANS) Children will be at the forefront of a campaign in South Goa district, which is aimed to make the area smoke-free, an official said Thursday.

LG to make next Google phone 'Nexus 5'

May 5, 2013 at 2:52 PM

New York, May 5 (ANI): South Korean phonemaker LG has been selected by Google to build the next Android reference device - Nexus 5.

Colin Firth in Woody Allen's next?

May 1, 2013 at 5:24 AM

Los Angeles, May 1 (IANS) Actor Colin Firth is in talks to join Emma Stone in Woody Allen's new film.

Knightley, Righton to marry in France

April 30, 2013 at 3:32 PM

Los Angeles, April 30 (IANS) Actress Keira Knightley is reportedly going to wed musician fiance James Righton in South of France this weekend.

ANC, SABC faces Twitter outrage over 'frail' Mandela video

April 30, 2013 at 1:32 PM

Johannesburg, Apr 30 (ANI): The ruling African National Congress (ANC) and the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) have been criticised on the social media after new footage of former president Nelson Mandela was released clearly showing that he is ailing, despite the party's earlier assurances to the contrary.

Consortium generates over $168 mn in royalties for Peru

April 10, 2013 at 11:56 AM

Lima, April 10 (IANS/EFE) The Camisea consortium, which is producing natural gas from Peru's largest fields, said it paid $168.3 million in royalties to the government in the first quarter of this year.

Ryan Gosling tipped to play 'Blade Runner' Oscar Pistorius in biopic

March 26, 2013 at 11:06 AM

London, Mar. 26 (ANI): Ryan Gosling and Charlize Theron are being considered by the movie bosses to star as Oscar Pistorius and his late model girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in a forthcoming biopic, according to reports.

Ice from fast food restaurants dirtier than toilet water

March 21, 2013 at 12:26 PM

Washington, Mar 21 (ANI): Ice from fast food restaurants is dirtier than toilet water, a school science project by a 12-year-old found.

Why no Casamigos in Juba, Mr. Clooney! (Postcard from Juba)

March 21, 2013 at 11:37 AM

Juba (South Sudan), March 21 (IANS) Two months ago, megastar George Clooney uncorked a signature tequila whose money will fund his pet project for South Sudan. "Casamigos" is the name he and co-investor Rande Gerber gave it, before launching a risque advert where Clooney was caught sleeping with Gerber's wife, the former supermodel Cindy Crawford.

House from 'Rocky II' up for grabs

March 15, 2013 at 11:58 AM

New York, Mar. 15 (ANI): The South Philadelphia home showcased in 1979's 'Rocky II' has been put up on the real estate market for about 140,000 dollars.

South Dakota passes law allowing teachers, school personnel to be armed following Connecticut shoot

March 9, 2013 at 12:03 PM

Washington, Mar. 9 (ANI): The governor of South Dakota, Dennis Daugaard has signed a measure into law allowing the state's school districts to arm teachers and other personnel with guns, the first of its kind since the Connecticut school shooting.

Classmate sues Snapchat founders for 'using his idea'

February 28, 2013 at 11:31 AM

Washington, Feb 28 (ANI): The founders of Snapchat have been sued by their former classmate, who claims that he came up with the idea for an app that would 'automatically delete' messages.

Corinthians face Libertadores ban after fan death

February 22, 2013 at 1:38 PM

Rio de Janeiro, Feb 22 (IANS) South American football's governing body Conmebol has vowed a full investigation into the death of a 14-year-old fan during Wednesday's Copa Libertadores match between Corinthians and San Jose.

Australian miner to develop coal project in Botswana

February 12, 2013 at 11:31 AM

Gaborone, Feb 12 (IANS) Australian miner Hodges Resources has announced it has approved feasibility phase studies for its Morupule South coal project in central east Botswana, with a start up of between two to three million tonnes per annum.

Briton charged with threatening to kill 200 US kids

February 10, 2013 at 6:59 PM

London, Feb 10 (IANS) A 24-year-old Briton has been charged with making threats to kill 200 schoolchildren in the US, a media report said Sunday.

Air India to hive off two subsidiaries

January 30, 2013 at 9:58 PM

Mumbai, Jan 30 (IANS) As part of its turnaround plan, Air India will hive off two of its subsidiaries from Friday, an official said here Wednesday.

'Fit-again' Pattinson set to play in Oz first-class cricket

January 23, 2013 at 4:24 PM

Sydney, Jan 23(ANI): Fit-again Australian fast bowler James Pattinson has been named in Victoria Bushrangers' Sheffield Shield clash with South Australia on Thursday in Adelaide.

Warne joins long-list of ex-Oz stars slamming CA's 'ridiculous' rotation policy

January 15, 2013 at 4:25 PM

Sydney, Jan 15(ANI): Legendary leg spinner Shane Warne has joined the likes of former Australian players Brett Lee, Ian Chappell and Michael Slater in slamming selectors' rotation policy, branding it as mind-boggling and ridiculous.

De Villiers eyeing dream wicket-keeper/batsman role for long haul

January 10, 2013 at 3:45 PM

Johannesburg, Jan 11(ANI): AB de Villiers has claimed he is relishing the dream opportunity to keep wickets for South Africa alongside playing a central role as a batsman in the team.

Pietersen rubber-stamps Eng comeback after signing full central contract with ECB

January 10, 2013 at 11:29 AM

Johannesburg, Jan 10(ANI): Kevin Pietersen has completed his comeback in the England team on Wednesday after he signed a full central contract with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB).

Over 200 houses to be delivered to Dubai citizens

January 5, 2013 at 8:07 PM

Dubai, Jan 5 (IANS/WAM) As many as 228 houses will be immediately delivered to citizens of Dubai as part of the 1,240-house project.

100-foot letter E created as tribute to Elizabeth

January 3, 2013 at 8:07 PM

London, Jan 3 (IANS) A 100-foot letter E has been created by cutting hundreds of trees in a forest in Britain as a permanent tribute to Queen Elizabeth II in her diamond jubilee year of 2012.

Oz pace sensation Cummins admits body not capable to play five-Test series

December 21, 2012 at 11:49 AM

Sydney, Dec 21(ANI): Young Australian pace sensation Pat Cummins has his sights set on a return to Test cricket in time for next year's Ashes, but conceded his body can't handle the rigors of a five-Test series.

Henry Santos prepares second solo album

December 19, 2012 at 11:57 AM

Miami, Dec 19 (IANS/EFE) Singer-songwriter Henry Santos is in the middle of preparing what will be his second post-Aventura album.

Worral to replace Pattinson in Melbourne Stars

December 7, 2012 at 2:20 PM

Melbourne, Dec 7 (IANS) Melbourne Stars' Daniel Worrall will replace James Pattinson in the Melbourne Stars squad of Australia's domestic Twenty20 cricket series, the Big Bash League.

No regrets joining Botafogo: Seedorf

December 6, 2012 at 5:24 PM

Rio de Janeiro, Dec 6 (IANS) Dutch footballer Clarence Seedorf said he has no regrets about joining Brazilian club Botafogo, despite the team's failure to secure a place in next year's Copa Libertadores.

We don't need foreign companies: Anna Hazare

November 30, 2012 at 7:03 PM

Bhubaneswar, Nov 30 (IANS) India can create adequate employment opportunities for its people and there is no need to invite foreign companies, social activist Anna Hazare said in Odisha Friday.

Cricket Australia hails Ponting

November 29, 2012 at 12:47 PM

Perth, Nov 29 (IANS) Cricket Australia Thursday congratulated Ricky Ponting on his cricketing career, describing him as one of the best ever to pad up for his country.

Busy birthday for Yami Gautam

November 28, 2012 at 11:26 AM

Mumbai, Nov 28 (IANS) Actress Yami Gautam, who turns 24 Wednesday, prefers to keep herself occupied with work on her birthday.

Hamburg's Van der Vaart out for three weeks

November 27, 2012 at 4:14 PM

Berlin, Nov 27 (IANS) SV Hamburg's Dutch international footballer Rafael van der Vaart will be sidelined for up to three weeks with a hamstring muscle injury, the German club said.

Lee blames bulking up in gym for 'brawny' Pattinson's injuries

November 26, 2012 at 12:23 PM

Sydney, Nov 26(ANI): Former Australian fast bowler Brett Lee believes too much emphasis on gaining weight during gym sessions is the major reason behind brawny fast bowlers like James Pattinson getting injured again and again.

Sacked Brazil coach Menezes thanks players

November 24, 2012 at 6:53 PM

Rio de Janeiro, Nov 24 (IANS) Sacked Brazil coach Mano Menezes has paid tribute to his former players after being told his services with the national team were no longer required.

Galaxy clusters may solve 'mystery of dark energy'

November 21, 2012 at 4:42 PM

Washington, November 21 (ANI): New work by a team of astronomers that has yielded exquisitely precise distances of a large sample of clusters may lead to breakthroughs in understanding the expansion history of our Universe and Dark Energy, one of the major puzzles in astronomy.

Charlize Theron flaunts buzz cut on day out with mum

November 20, 2012 at 4:18 PM

London, Nov 20 (ANI): Showcasing her seemingly natural brunette roots, Charlize Theron showed off her dramatic buzz cut as she enjoyed a lunch date with her mother, Gerda.

Pattinson says Proteas paid heavy price for underestimating them

November 20, 2012 at 12:58 PM

Sydney, Nov 20(ANI): Australia fast bowler James Pattinson has said world number one Test team South Africa paid the price for underestimating them during the Brisbane Test.

Starc ready to rock with red ball bolts in Adelaide Test

November 17, 2012 at 4:02 PM

Sydney, Nov 17(ANI): Young Australia quick Mitchell Starc has said he is fit and ready to play in the second Test match against South Africa at Adelaide despite less exposure to the red ball of late.

Watson in line to get picked for Adelaide Test

November 14, 2012 at 3:06 PM

Sydney, Nov 14(ANI): Australia vice-captain Shane Watson is in line to get selected for the second Test match against South Africa in Adelaide subject to fitness when the team is announced on Friday morning.

Oz bowling coach De Winter says tops quicks must be rested well before Ashes'13

November 11, 2012 at 10:51 AM

Sydney, Nov. 11 (ANI): Australia's new fast bowling coach Ali de Winter believes that Australia's frontline fast bowlers must be rested well before being deployed for next year's Ashes.

Amla, Kallis pummel Aussies 'psychological war-plan' on day one of Gabba Test

November 9, 2012 at 3:57 PM

Sydney, Nov. 9 (ANI): A leaked dossier might have revealed of Australian plans to knock out the world's no. 1 Test team, South Africa, but a commanding score of 2-255 made by the Proteas on day one of the first Test at The Gabba in Brisbane seems to indicate that the Aussies also need a bit of luck.

Clarke won't finalise playing XI for Gabba Test before reassessing pitch on Friday

November 8, 2012 at 3:01 PM

Brisbane, Nov 8 (ANI): Australian captain Michael Clarke has said he won't finalise his playing XI for the first Test against South Africa at the Gabba before reassessing the pitch and weather on Friday morning.

Dennis Lillee urges Australia to deploy all 'pace quartet' to blow off Proteas in Gabba Test

November 6, 2012 at 4:16 PM

Sydney, Nov. 6 (ANI): Australia's greatest paceman Dennis Lillee has urged cricket selectors to axe spinner Nathan Lyon from the squad and deploy four quicks, in a bid to rattle the Proteas in the first Test at the Gabba, starting on Friday.

Hilfenhaus to battle with Starc, Lyon for Gabba Test spot

November 1, 2012 at 1:16 PM

Sydney, Nov 1 (ANI): Tasmanian pacer Ben Hilfenhaus will have to battle for a spot in the Australian squad with Mitchell Starc and Nathan Lyon for next week's Gabba Test against South Africa.

Siddle says 'home for fast bowlers' Gabba doesn't guarantee success against Proteas

October 31, 2012 at 1:48 PM

Sydney, Oct 31(ANI): Australian and Victorian quick Peter Siddle has said winning against the world's number Test team South Africa at The Gabba in Brisbane, which is also referred to as the home for fast bowlers, won't be an easy task.

Oxygen levels on Earth's surface went `up and down` 2.3bn years ago

October 24, 2012 at 3:51 PM

Washington, October 24 (ANI): A team led by geochemists at the University of California, Riverside has challenged the simple notion of an up-only trend for early oxygen and provided the first compelling direct evidence for a major drop in oxygen after the first rise.

'Women farmers a priority for ensuring food security'

October 23, 2012 at 5:03 PM

Colombo, Oct 23 (IANS) Empowering women to be confident farmers should be a priority of South Asian countries, an agricultural policy document released here Tuesday said.

'Revived' Johnson claims he is ready for Proteas challenge

October 23, 2012 at 2:31 PM

Sydney, Oct 23 (ANI): Left-arm fast bowler Mitchell Johnson has said he is in better shape mentally and physically nowadays, and added that he is prepared to help the team beat South Africa in the first Test match at Gabba, Brisbane, starting from November 9, but also admitted he may not be picked by the selectors.

Broad says England players ready to end rift with Pietersen

October 17, 2012 at 8:43 PM

Sydney, Oct 17 (ANI): England pacer Stuart Broad has said his international teammates are ready to end their rift with Kevin Pietersen after agreeing to peace talks with the controversial batsman.

Brangelina transform French cottage into sex shack with sex swing

October 12, 2012 at 1:00 PM

London, Oct 12 (ANI): Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have just splashed 25,000 pounds to convert an old fisherman's cottage, in the grounds of their estate in the South of France, into their own sex grotto.

Eto'o to end Cameroon boycott

September 28, 2012 at 8:14 PM

Moscow, Sep 28 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Anzhi Makhachkala striker Samuel Eto'o looks set to return to the Cameroon national side after a year of ugly disputes with the country's football authorities.

Toonz Animation signs up with Los Angeles-based company

September 27, 2012 at 2:26 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 27 (IANS) Toonz Animation India Thursday signed an agreement with Los Angeles-based Lawless Entertainment as worldwide representative for licensing and merchandising "Paddy's Pages", a pre-school series, a company official informed.

Buttler blitz helps England thrash Proteas in final T20 fixture

September 13, 2012 at 10:50 AM

Johannesburg, Sep 13(ANI): England won the third and final Twenty20 international against South Africa by 28 runs on Wednesday at Edgbaston to level the three match series 1-1 with one game getting washed away due to rains.

Broad confident England batsmen won't falter against quality spin in T20 WC

September 10, 2012 at 12:34 PM

Johannesburg, Sep 10(ANI): England Twenty20 captain Stuart Broad has claimed his batsmen are well equipped to tackle quality spin bowling attacks during the upcoming T20 World Cup in Sri Lanka, starting from September 18.

Indonesia slaps bans on scandal-tainted shuttlers

September 5, 2012 at 1:05 PM

Jakarta, Sep 5 (IANS) The Indonesian badminton association (PBSI) Wednesday slapped a four-month ban on the women's doubles pair involved in the Olympic match-throwing scandal.

Solar storms can destabilize Earth's power grids at mid-latitudes

September 1, 2012 at 10:57 AM

Washington, September 1 (ANI): The Sun is capable of disrupting electrical systems on Earth in a variety of ways, from solar flares and coronal mass ejections to proton storms, a new study has claimed.

Yale chief who advanced linkages with India to quit

August 31, 2012 at 9:39 AM

Washington, Aug 31 (IANS) Yale University President Richard C. Levin, who had made advancing the Ivy League institution's connections to India a priority of his administration in recent years, has announced plans to step down after almost two decades at the helm.

Ecuador seeks 'guarantee' Assange won't be extradited to US from Sweden

August 19, 2012 at 1:00 PM

Quito, Aug. 19 (ANI): Ecuadoran President Rafael Correa has said that he wanted a guarantee from Britain and Sweden that WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange will not be extradited to a third country.

Strauss regrets 'dirty laundry' being aired in public during Pietersen row

August 15, 2012 at 1:16 PM

Johannesburg, Aug 15(ANI): England captain Andrew Strauss has said he was surprised with Kevin Pietersen's assertions about other players in the dressing room and regretted the 'dirty laundry' being aired in public over the issue.

A-Rod lists massive Miami mega-mansion for $38m

August 13, 2012 at 5:06 PM

New York, August 13 (ANI): Baseball star Alex Rodriguez has put his waterfront Miami mansion on the market with an asking price of a whopping 38 million dollars.

Kate Bosworth engaged to Michael Polish

August 9, 2012 at 11:37 AM

Washington, August 9 (ANI): Kat Bosworth subtly revealed that she got engaged to director Michael Polish in her blogpost about the couple's recent trip to South Korea.

IOC to investigate coaches' role in badminton scandal

August 2, 2012 at 6:59 PM

London, Aug 2 (IANS) The investigation into the match-throwing scandal in Olympic badminton competitions is not over yet. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has asked for further inquiry to know if coaches and team officials were involved.

Chinese, South Korean doubles team under scanner after 'sham' badminton matches

August 1, 2012 at 9:56 PM

London, Aug 01 (ANI): A major controversy erupted at the London Olympics when the women's badminton competition turned into a sham at the Wembley Arena, as two pairs appeared to deliberately play poorly to lose their games.

We hope to make it to quarters: Ponnappa

August 1, 2012 at 7:47 PM

New Delhi, Aug 1 (IANS) Contrary to widespread belief that their appeal has been rejected, India's ace doubles shuttler Ashwini Ponnappa hopes she and Jwala Gutta would make it to the quarterfinals of the women's badminton event after four pairs were disqualified from the London Olympics Wednesday for "not using one's best efforts to win a match".

Jilted wife goes berserk against rival's mother

August 1, 2012 at 7:47 PM

London, Aug 1 (IANS) A mother of six children in Britain left a 53-year-old woman in a pool of blood after a brutal attack at a school's playground. She suspected that the lady's daughter was having an affair with her husband.

Olympic badminton: Four women's doubles pair suspended

August 1, 2012 at 6:35 PM

London, Aug 1 (IANS) The 2012 London Olympics organisers Wednesday suspended four female doubles badminton pairs for "not using one's best efforts to win a match".

Chinese Olympic delegation probes shuttlers' suspicious play

August 1, 2012 at 3:23 PM

London, Aug 1 (IANS) The Chinese Olympic delegation has started investigations into allegations that some of its badminton players were deliberately losing in the group stage of the London Games.

Vincent van Gogh 'may not have killed himself'

July 30, 2012 at 5:47 PM

Washington, July 30 (ANI): Vincent van Gogh, whose paintings are among the most adored in the world and the story of his life and death is legendary, not have killed himself after all, new revelations have suggested.

South African cricketers dominate ICC rankings

July 25, 2012 at 12:18 PM

Cape Town, July 25 (ANI): The South Africans are dominating the ICC Test rankings after beating England in the first Test as four of the top six batsmen, and three of the top six bowler feature in it.

Proteas pacers have edge over England counterparts: Pollock

July 18, 2012 at 4:32 PM

Cape Town, July 18 (ANI): Former South Africa skipper Shaun Pollock has given Proteas pacers a slight edge over their English counterparts ahead of the first Test starting at The Oval on Thursday.

Berbatov gets Man U lifeline as Fergie decides to keep him

July 4, 2012 at 12:46 PM

London, July 4 (ANI): Sir Alex Ferguson has handed Dimitar Berbatov a Manchester United lifeline by asking the striker to join the club's tour of South Africa and the Far East.

Global warming likely to increase rainfall in South Asia

June 25, 2012 at 11:08 AM

London, June 25 (ANI): A review of over 100 recent research articles has concluded that with continuing rise in CO2 and global warming, South Asia can expect generally more rainfall, due to the expected increase in atmospheric moisture, as well as more variability in rainfall.

A biosensor to detect drugs!

June 3, 2012 at 9:44 AM

Sydney, June 3 (IANS) Scientists have developed a new generation of biosensors that can spot microscopic traces of contaminants in less than an hour.

Stella McCartney opens her first Adidas store

May 30, 2012 at 3:43 AM

London, May 30 (IANS) Fashion designer Stella McCartney has opened doors to her first standalone 'Adidas by Stella McCartney' store here.

Africa and Australasia to host biggest radio telescope ever built

May 26, 2012 at 1:38 PM

London, May 26 (ANI): South Africa, Australia and New Zealand have decided to host the biggest radio telescope ever built that will sweep the sky for answers to the major outstanding questions in astronomy.

India face Holland in Olympic hockey opener

May 22, 2012 at 4:41 PM

Bangalore, May 22 (IANS) India will open their campaign in the 2012 Olympics hockey competition in london with a game against the Netherlands July 30, according to the schedule released by the International Hockey Federation (IHF) Tuesday.

Myanmar government, armed ethnic group reach accord

May 19, 2012 at 10:27 PM

Yangon, May 19 (IANS) The Myanmar government and an ethnic armed group Saturday reached an agreement during the second round of central level peace talks.

South Korea's household income grows

May 18, 2012 at 2:10 PM

Seoul, May 18 (IANS) South Korea's monthly household income grew 6.9 percent in the first quarter due to a rise in earned income amid improved labour market conditions, a government report showed Friday.

Apple plans to introduce new iPhone with larger screen: Report

May 17, 2012 at 2:27 PM

Washington, May 17 (ANI): Tech giant Apple is planning to introduce an iPhone with a larger screen, according to a report.

Charlize Theron had no teeth until she was 11

May 17, 2012 at 2:26 PM

Washington, May 17 (ANI): Charlize Theron has revealed that she had no teeth until she I was 11 years of age.

Oz coach Arthur says 'returning' Johnson may have to wait for his opportunity

May 15, 2012 at 2:10 PM

Sydney, May15 (ANI): Australian coach Mickey Arthur has said experienced fast bowler Mitchell Johnson might have to wait for his chance after being recalled into the national team for the one-day tour of Ireland and England in June-July.

China imposes South China Sea fishing ban

May 14, 2012 at 12:26 PM

Guangzhou (China), May 14 (Xinhua-ANI): China will impose a routine fishing ban in northern parts of the South China Sea, including the waters around Huangyan Island, for two and a half months beginning on May 16, authorities announced Monday.

China can achieve this year's development goals: Wen

May 13, 2012 at 3:06 PM

Beijing, May 13 (IANS) China has the confidence, conditions and capabilities to achieve this year's development goals, Premier Wen Jiabao said Sunday at a trilateral business summit between China, Japan and South Korea.

IAEA expert dies in Iran car accident

May 8, 2012 at 6:54 PM

Tehran, May 8 (IANS) An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) expert died Tuesday in a car accident in central Iran, reports said.

Nine killed in South Korean fire

May 6, 2012 at 10:54 AM

Seoul, May 6 (IANS) At least nine people, including three Sri Lankans, were killed and 25 injured when a fire broke out in a karaoke bar in a South Korean city, said authorities Sunday.

South Korea's consumer price growth slows

May 1, 2012 at 2:50 PM

Seoul, May 1 (IANS) South Korea's consumer price growth slowed to 2.5 percent in April, a report showed Tuesday.

Man receives deceased mum's postcard 54 years after it was posted

April 30, 2012 at 10:42 AM

Wellington, Apr 30 (ANI): A postcard mailed from Chicago in 1958 has finally reached its intended recipient, with a little help from Facebook.

S. Korean inspectors to look into new case of mad cow disease

April 29, 2012 at 5:14 PM

Seoul, April 29 (Xinhua) -- South Korea will send a group of government officials, scholars and civic activists to the United States to look into the latest outbreak of mad cow disease amid growing food safety concerns at home, the farm ministry here said Sunday.

Patil to visit South Africa, Seychelles

April 27, 2012 at 9:22 PM

New Delhi, April 27 (IANS) Amid China's increased forays in Africa, President Pratibha Patil heads Monday on an eight-day trip to Seychelles and South Africa which is expected to give a renewed impetus to India's multi-faceted engagement with a resurgent continent.

Theron forced to work on weekends

April 21, 2012 at 4:37 PM

Los Angeles, April 21 (IANS) Oscar winner Charlize Theron says she was made to work on weekends for her upcoming alien movie "Prometheus".

Weekend snooze may help fight obesity for school-age kids

April 21, 2012 at 3:01 PM

London, April 21 (ANI): A weekend lie-in may help reduce risk of obesity in youngsters, say researchers.

Need for a working group for BRICS development bank: India

April 20, 2012 at 7:06 PM

India has suggested to form a working group consists of finance ministry and central bank officials of the BRIC countries.

Jacob Zuma's sixth marriage 'not to be paid for by taxpayers' money'

April 16, 2012 at 4:59 PM

Johannesburg, April 16 (ANI): South African President Jacob Zuma has revealed that his wedding to his fourth wife, Bongi Ngema, which will be held next weekend, will be a private family ceremony in Nkandla.

Brangelina building theme park for kids

April 13, 2012 at 12:03 PM

London, Apr 13 (ANI): Hollywood A-list couple Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are building a huge eco-friendly theme park for their six-strong brood.

Proteas should be cautious of Graeme Swann: Adams

April 12, 2012 at 1:07 PM

Cape Town, Apr 12 (ANI): Former South African spinner Paul Adams has asked his teammates to be cautious of the exploits of off-spinner Graeme Swann when they face England in a three-Test series starting in July.

South Africans called upon to break world record by singing for Mandela

April 11, 2012 at 8:04 PM

Johannesburg, Apr 11 (ANI): A planned attempt is being made to break a world record by getting over 20 million people to sing 'Happy Birthday' to Nelson Mandela.

US authorities keeping an eye on n-plant that lost power

April 6, 2012 at 12:41 PM

Washington, April 6 (IANS) The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission has said its staff was monitoring the situation at a nuclear power plant in South Carolina after it lost offsite power.

Iran to play UAE in football friendly

April 5, 2012 at 5:36 PM

Tehran, April 5 (IANS) Iran's national football team will play a friendly match against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in preparation for the final stage of Asian qualifying for the 2014 World Cup to be held in Brazil.

Etihad Airways' revenue surges 28 percent

April 3, 2012 at 11:44 PM

Abu Dhabi, April 3 (IANS/WAM) Etihad Airways continued its growth in the first quarter of current year with a 28 percent rise in revenue to $989 million over the corresponding period in 2011.