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

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

Robotics, kick-boxing, horse-riding camps for children this summer (Trend Feature)

May 19, 2013 at 1:10 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Thirteen-year-old Amandeep Singh learnt to paint during the last summer vacation. This year, he has set his mind on kick-boxing, for which he is actively encouraged by his middle-class parents. His sister Simran, who is two years his senior, told her working parents that she wants to take up pottery - and wants to take it up as a career later in life.

Mythological characters a hit with audiences: Telugu director

May 16, 2013 at 7:10 PM

Chennai, May 16 (IANS) Telugu director Venkat Pampana, who has included a mythological character in his upcoming socio-fantasy "Nenu Chala Worst", says such characters are always loved by the audiences - provided they are presented in an interesting way.

Siddaramaiah sworn in as Karnataka chief minister

May 13, 2013 at 12:14 PM

Bangalore, May 13 (IANS) Karnataka Governor H.R. Bhardwaj Monday swore in Siddaramaiah as the 28th chief minister of the state at the sprawling Kaneetarava stadium in the city centre.

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.

Campaigning ends for Karnataka assembly election

May 3, 2013 at 9:16 PM

Bangalore, May 3 (ANI): Campaigning for the Karnataka assembly election came to an end on Friday evening.

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".

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.

Wounds of 1962 yet to heal says Advani on China

April 24, 2013 at 5:48 PM

Bangalore, April 24 (ANI): Recalling the impact of the1962 Indo-China war, senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, Lal Krishna Advani on Wednesday said the wounds inflicted by China then are yet to heal.

Names celebs went by before they became famous

April 21, 2013 at 4:44 PM

New York, Apr 21 (ANI): Celebrities often go under false names or what you would say stage names, rather that abiding by their original.

Karnataka poll: Nominations close, Congressman richest candidate

April 17, 2013 at 8:36 PM

Bangalore, April 17 (IANS) Nominations for the May 5 Karnataka assembly poll ended Wednesday with the highlight of the last day of filing papers being richest candidate, Priya Krishna of the Congress, entering the fray in a Bangalore constituency.

'Nadigayin Diary' not a dirty picture, says director (With Image)

March 31, 2013 at 5:38 PM

Chennai, March 31 (IANS) "Nadigayin Diary", a dubbed Tamil version of Malayalam movie "Climax", based on the controversial life of late actress Silk Smitha, is not dirty, director Anil asserted and added that it is as an emotional story.

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.

Hindu community in Pakistan celebrates Holi

March 27, 2013 at 9:46 AM

Karachi, Mar.27 (ANI): Hindus across Pakistan are celebrating Holi, the vibrant festival of colours.

Cabinet to take up shale gas policy in two weeks: Moily

March 24, 2013 at 5:38 PM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) The Cabinet will take up the crucial shale gas exploration policy in two weeks, Petroleum Minister M. Veerappa Moily said Sunday

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".

Centre asks states to set up nutrition councils

March 15, 2013 at 6:06 PM

New Delhi, March 15 (IANS) The central government has asked state governments to set up state-level nutrition councils to address the problem of malnutrition, the Lok Sabha was informed Friday.

Decision on anti-rape law bill cannot be taken in haste: Khurshid

March 12, 2013 at 2:14 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 12 (ANI): With the Union Cabinet deferring the anti-rape law bill, External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid on Tuesday said the decision cannot be taken in haste, and added it is important that both the government and the opposition agree on it.

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.

No increase in juvenile crimes

March 6, 2013 at 6:51 PM

New Delhi, March 6 (IANS) Incidents of juvenile crime have not recorded a constant increase in the last five years, the Rajya Sabha was informed Wednesday.

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.

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.

I was curled up in agony for 20 years, says Padma Lakshmi

February 17, 2013 at 3:22 PM

London, Feb 17 (ANI): Padma Lakshmi has revealed that she use to suffer crushing fatigue and mood swings before she was diagnosed with 'endometrosis' at he age of 36.

Kerry reaffirms commitment to US-India strategic dialogue

February 7, 2013 at 9:47 AM

Washington, Feb 7 (IANS) The new US Secretary of State John Kerry and the Indian External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid have expressed their commitment to continuing and strengthening the US-India strategic dialogue mechanism.

Hindustan Zinc to sponsor Krishna Poonia

February 5, 2013 at 7:47 PM

New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) Discus thrower Krishna Poonia, the first Indian female athlete to win a Commonwealth Games gold medal, will be sponsored by Vedanta Group company Hindustan Zinc for two years.

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".

PM gives away National Bravery Awards to 22 children

January 24, 2013 at 7:36 PM

New Delhi, Jan.24 (ANI): Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh on Thursday presented the National Bravery Awards to 22 children from 12 states across the country at his residence.

PWDVA is effective tools to counter domestic violence : Tirath

January 21, 2013 at 7:10 PM

Minister for Women and Child Development Krishna Tirath has said that Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act (PWDVA) provides comprehensive and effective civil remedies with criminal procedures to ensure effective protection and relief to victims of domestic violence.

Krishna, Deora appointed to CWC

January 7, 2013 at 9:51 PM

New Delhi, Jan 7 (IANS) The Congress Monday appointed former union ministers S.M. Krishna and Murli Deora as permanent invitees to the party's highest policy-making body, the Congress Working Committee.

Acting was subconscious decision: Tamil actress Aishwarya

January 6, 2013 at 3:59 PM

Chennai, Jan 6 (IANS) Debutante Aishwarya Arjun, daughter of Tamil actor Arjun, says it was not a conscious decision to enter filmland.

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.

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.

Shutdown in Guntur against TDP leader's arrest

December 24, 2012 at 2:53 PM

Hyderabad, Dec 24 (IANS) A shutdown crippled Monday Andhra Pradesh's Guntur district on a call given by the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) to protest the arrest of its senior leader Kodela Sivaprasada Rao.

Putin visit: Krishna to Kudankulam on Indian agenda (Comment)

December 23, 2012 at 6:53 PM

Exactly a year ago, a news-break by IANS rocked the Indian parliament about an imminent legal ban on the Bhagvad Gita, Hinduism's revered text and philosophical treatise, in Russia, forcing Moscow's intervention. The crisis blew over and the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (Iskcon), the official name of the Hare Krishna Movement, continued to exercise the right to distribute the Gita's Russian translation.

Delhi gangrape: Sushma Swaraj demands special parliament session

December 22, 2012 at 6:29 PM

New Delhi, Dec 22 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Sushma Swaraj Saturday asked Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to call a special session of parliament to frame a law providing for exemplary punishment for crimes against women.

Padma Lakshmi flaunts toned shape in a tiny two-piece on Miami beach

December 12, 2012 at 1:52 PM

London, December 12 (ANI): Padma Lakshmi was spotted showing off her incredible bikini body in Miami earlier this month.

We need to encourage new talent: Telugu producer

December 10, 2012 at 3:36 PM

Chennai, Dec 10 (IANS) Telugu producer Kumarbabu, who has cast a bevy of newcomers in his upcoming romantic film "Telisi Teliyaka", strongly feels new artists need to be encouraged.

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).

Debutant producer confident 'Genius' will succeed

November 29, 2012 at 1:51 PM

Chennai, Nov 29 (IANS) It may be his first film, but Telugu producer Dasari Kiran has complete confidence in his forthcoming drama "Genius" and its success.

FBI concludes white supremacist Sikh temple shooter 'acted alone'

November 21, 2012 at 11:54 AM

Washington, Nov. 21 (ANI): The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has said that the white supremacist, Wade Michael Page, who killed nearly six people at Wisconsin Sikh temple shooting, 'acted alone'.

Paralyzed people can now control computer cursor with thought

November 19, 2012 at 2:59 PM

Washington, November 19 (ANI): In recent years, neuroscientists and neuroengineers working in prosthetics have begun to develop brain-implantable sensors that can measure signals from individual neurons, and after passing those signals through a mathematical decode algorithm, can use them to control computer cursors with thoughts.

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.

KC Pant is dead

November 15, 2012 at 5:30 PM

New Delhi, Nov 15 (IANS) India's former defence minister and Planning Commission deputy chairman Krishna Chandra Pant died here Thursday. He was 81.

Vishal Karwal to enter 'Bigg Boss', doesn't want to prejudge

November 10, 2012 at 12:00 PM

Mumbai, Nov 10 (IANS) Vishal Karwal, a former "Roadies" participant, "Splitsvilla" winner and a TV actor, enters reality show "Bigg Boss 6" Saturday, and says he does not want to be judgmental about any of its celebrity contestants.

Beleaguered Gadkari meets Sushma, Rajnath in Delhi

November 7, 2012 at 1:52 PM

Under fire Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) President Nitin Gadkari, who has become the centre of controversies, facing resignation demands by some party leaders and opposition due to alleged graft charges and his statement over Vivekanand, Wednesday met to senior party leader Sushma Swaraj and Rajnath Singh seeking support for him..............

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.

RIL's CAG audit is a contractual obligation: Moily

November 5, 2012 at 3:03 PM

New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister M. Veerappa Moily said Monday the audit of Reliance Industries operated Krishna Godavari basin KG-D6 natural gas blocks is a contractual obligation and the company will abide by it.

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.

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.

Stage set for Sunday's cabinet rejig (Afternoon Lead)

October 27, 2012 at 3:03 PM

New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) The stage is set for Sunday's much-anticipated cabinet reshuffle with five ministers stepping down, including S.M. Krishna and Ambika Soni, to make way for newer, and possibly, younger faces.

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.

Khaleda Zia to visit India from Oct. 28

October 26, 2012 at 12:54 PM

New Delhi, Oct 26 (ANI): Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia would be visiting India from October 28 to November 3.

Karnataka Lokayukta court orders probe against Krishna, Yeddyurappa, Devegowda in Mysore Expressway

October 25, 2012 at 6:07 PM

Bangalore, Oct. 25 (ANI): A special Lokayukta court on Thursday ordered police to probe External Affairs Minister S.M. Krishna, former Karnataka chief minister B.S. Yeddyurappa and former prime minister and Janata Dal (Secular) leader H.D. Devegowda for their role in the Mysore-Bangalore Express Highway scam.

Padma Lakshmi admits she struggles as a single mother

October 23, 2012 at 12:15 PM

London, Oct 23 (ANI): Padma Lakshmi, who has a successful TV career and a beautiful daughter, has admitted that even she struggles to find a balance between her career and parenting duties toward her two-year-old daughter Krishna Thea.

India seeks greater energy ties with Brunei

October 20, 2012 at 5:50 PM

New Delhi, Oct 20 (IANS) India Saturday sought greater energy cooperation, including the sale of LNG, with Brunei, the oil-rich southeast Asian state.

India, Brunei to hold talks

October 18, 2012 at 7:10 PM

New Delhi, Oct 18 (IANS) Ahead of the India-ASEAN summit, External Affairs Minister S.M. Krishna travels to Brunei Friday on a two-day visit expected to enhance economic cooperation between the two countries.

Russia hints price may go up for Kudankulam III, IV

October 14, 2012 at 8:12 PM

New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) A day ahead of his talks here, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin Sunday said Russia respected India's nuclear liability law, but indicated that the price of Kudankulam reactors III and IV may have to be renegotiated.

Russia says will not sell arms to Pakistan

October 14, 2012 at 8:04 PM

New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin Sunday ruled out any arms sales to Pakistan and stressed that unlike other countries, Russia never created problems for India.

Russia rules out arms sale to Pakistan

October 14, 2012 at 7:24 PM

New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin Sunday ruled out any arms sales to Pakistan and stressed that unlike other countries, Russia never created problems for India.

India, Russia to hold trade, n-liability talks Monday

October 14, 2012 at 4:28 PM

New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) Ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit here, India and Russia are set to address some contentious issues like differences over civil nuclear liability, and discuss ways to intensify trade when Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin holds talks here next week.

Australian PM to visit India for three days

October 14, 2012 at 1:56 PM

New Delhi, Oct.14 (ANI): Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard will pay a state visit to India from October 15 to 17 at the invitation of the Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh.

Studies, showbiz hand-in-hand for child actor Digangana

October 13, 2012 at 6:48 PM

Mumbai, Oct 13 (IANS) Balancing her acting talent with her academic commitments is a learning experience for teenage actress Digangana Suryavanshi, who is also a budding lyricist.

India, Russia to discuss n-liability, firm up Putin visit agenda

October 11, 2012 at 7:00 PM

New Delhi, Oct 11 (IANS) India and Russia are expected to iron out differences over civil nuclear liability issues and discuss ways to intensify trade when Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin holds talks here next week.

India beat Afghanistan in U-14 SAARC football

October 10, 2012 at 4:12 PM

Shizuka (Japan), Oct 10 (IANS) India opened their campaign in the U-14 SAARC Football Tournament with a 2-1 victory over Afghanistan at the Tokinosumika Sports Centre here Wednesday.

Black Money hurts economy: LK Advani

October 10, 2012 at 12:32 PM

Senior BJP Leader Lal Krishna Advani Tuesday said that the black money hurts the economy of the country, whether it is a developed country or developing nation, but it hurts more to the developing countries because it is undermines but it impact directly to the citizens.............

Black money hurts economy: Advani at UN

October 10, 2012 at 11:24 AM

United Nations, Oct 10 (IANS) Noting that black money debilitates the economy limiting growth and investment in productive sectors, India has called for a war on corruption and transparency and accountability in governments.

Cauvery row: Tamil Nadu to file plea against Karnataka

October 9, 2012 at 8:36 PM

Chennai, Oct 9 (IANS) On a day Tamil Nadu government decided to file a contempt petition in the Supreme Court against Karnataka for stopping supply of Cauvery waters, opposition DMK asked the prime minister to decide on dismissing the BJP government in Karnataka.

Karnataka central ministers, MPs meet PM on Cauvery row

October 8, 2012 at 5:55 PM

New Delhi/Bangalore, Oct 8 (IANS) Central ministers from Karnataka and ruling BJP parliament members from the state met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Monday and urged him to allow the state immediately stop release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu.

Cauvery row: Manmohan Singh meets Karnataka Congress, BJP leaders

October 8, 2012 at 3:31 PM

New Delhi, Oct 8 (ANI): The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, on Monday held consultations separately with Congress and BJP leaders from Karnataka on sharing the water of the Cauvery River with Tamil Nadu.

'Pakistan delaying on India visa accord'

October 6, 2012 at 2:46 PM

Islamabad, Oct 6 (IANS) Pakistan is yet to implement a visa agreement it signed with India last month, though New Delhi has already begun enforcing the new policy, a senate penal heard.

Script works for films, not star-cast: Kunal Kemmu

October 3, 2012 at 5:10 PM

New Delhi, Oct 3 (IANS) Actor Kunal Kemmu believes that the success of a film depends upon impressive storyline and not on the number of big names in the cast.

Bharat Biotech bags Pharmexil award for patents

October 3, 2012 at 3:58 PM

Hyderabad, Oct 3 (IANS) Bharat Biotech has received the Pharmaceuticals Export Promotion Council of India (Pharmexil) Silver Patent Award for 2011-12 in recognition of its contribution to biotech research and products development.

India rejects Pakistani assertions on Kashmir

October 2, 2012 at 11:54 PM

United Nations, Oct 2 (IANS) Exercising its right of reply, India has twice rejected Pakistan's contention that President Asif Ali Zardari's reference to Jammu and Kashmir in his address to the UN was not 'unwarranted'.

US to review visa fee hike after poll

October 2, 2012 at 9:54 AM

New York, Oct 2 (IANS) The United States has told India it was going to have a broader relook at its visa regime, but this will have to await the outcome of the US presidential election in November.

PCB ready to bear cost of playing in India in future: Zaka Ashraf

October 1, 2012 at 11:34 AM

Karachi, Oct. 1 (ANI): The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), which is starved for bilateral series against India, has said it is ready to bear the logistical costs of playing against its arch-rival as well as other countries.

PM should seek fresh mandate: Trinamool

September 19, 2012 at 12:45 PM

New Delhi, Sep 19 (IANS) The Trinamool Congress Wednesday asked Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to resign and to seek a fresh electoral mandate to know if people supported the government's economic policies.

Akshay loves action hero tag more

September 18, 2012 at 12:13 PM

Mumbai, Sep 18 (IANS) Bollywood's "Khiladi" Akshay Kumar loves action and comedy, but says he prefers being tagged as an action hero.

'Oh My God' not for money: Akshay Kumar

September 17, 2012 at 7:42 PM

Mumbai, Sep 17 (IANS) Akshay Kumar says his next production "Oh My God", inspired by Gujarati play "Kanji Virrudh Kanji", has not been made with the intention of making money. The project was a result of pure passion for the concept, says the actor.

US custody row: President Mukherjee assures grandparents of all help

September 16, 2012 at 8:54 PM

Kolkata, Sep 16 (IANS) The grandfather of one-year-old Indrashish Saha -- who has been taken into custody by the child welfare services in New Jersey -- Sunday met President Pranab Mukherjee who has assured all help in the matter.

Indian envoys' meet: Cyber security, Arab Spring on agenda

September 13, 2012 at 5:22 PM

New Delhi, Sep 13 (IANS) Against the backdrop of new threats like cyber security and the shifting contours of global geopolitics, around 120 envoys from Indian missions abroad will kick off a three-day conference here Friday that will focus on key diplomatic and strategic challenges facing India.

Will Manmohan Singh go to Pakistan this year?

September 11, 2012 at 3:54 PM

New Delhi, Sep 11 (IANS) India and Pakistan have managed to avoid controversy and grandstanding to forge a people-centric relationship on the back of a liberal visa pact, but given the lack of progress in 26/11 justice and a limited timeframe, large question marks remain on the much-speculated visit of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to Islamabad.

Indian and Pakistani wrestling contingents meet Advani

September 10, 2012 at 5:54 PM

New Delhi, Sept 10 (ANI): A delegation of Indian and Pakistani wrestlers on Monday met senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Lal Krishna Advani here.

Foreign Minister Krishna calls Pakistan's Punjab Governor, Chief Minister

September 9, 2012 at 4:52 PM

Indian External Affairs Minister S M Krishna who is on his three-day visit to Pakistan on Sunday, meet to Governor of Punjab (province of Pakistan) and Chief Minister, sources said..........

'Rambo', a complete entertainer (Kannada Movie Review)

September 9, 2012 at 4:55 PM

Film: "Rambo"; Cast: Sharan, Madhuri, Tabala Naani, Rangayana Raghu, Sadhu Kokila, Umashri, M.S. Umesh and others; Screenplaywriter-Director: Srinath; Producer: Atlanta Nagendra and Sharan; Composer: Arjun Janya; Camera: S. Krishna; Rating: *** 1/2

Krishna calls on Pakistan Punjab Governor, Chief Minister in Lahore

September 9, 2012 at 4:07 PM

Lahore, Sep.9 (ANI): Visiting Indian External Affairs Minister S.M. Krishna called on the Governor and the Chief Minister of Pakistan's Punjab Province on Sunday.

Visa pact signed with Pakistan; India insists on 26/11 justice (Intro Roundup)

September 8, 2012 at 10:47 PM

Islamabad, Sep 8 (IANS) Vowing to move beyond the burdens of a troubled past, India and Pakistan Saturday signed a pact to liberalise their visa regime to promote greater trade, travel and people-to-people contacts. India, however, made it clear there was no going back on 26/11 justice.

India, Pak to adhere to roadmap for full normalization of bilateral trade

September 8, 2012 at 10:31 PM

Islamabad, Sep.8 (ANI): India and Pakistan on Saturday expressed satisfaction over the progress towards normalising bilateral trade and commercial relations.

3 of 4 questions of press conference on Dr Manmohan Singh's visit to Pakistan

September 8, 2012 at 10:31 PM

Islamabad, Sep.8 (ANI): As press conferences go, this one in the Foreign Office in Islamabad this evening was quite a tame one.

No conditions attached, PM to decide on Pakistan visit: Krishna

September 8, 2012 at 10:31 PM

Islamabad, Sep 8 (IANS) External Affairs Minister S.M. Krishna Saturday said that no conditions were being put by India for the visit of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to Pakistan, for which Islamabad has been pressing.

Moving beyond past, India, Pakistan ink visa pact (Roundup)

September 8, 2012 at 10:23 PM

Islamabad, Sep 8 (IANS) Despite some core irritants continuing, India and Pakistan Saturday signaled that they were ready to move ahead and not be "held hostage to things that have happened in the past", signing a pact to liberalise their visa regime to promote greater trade, travel and people-to-people contacts.

Moving beyond past, India, Pakistan ink visa pact (Fourth Lead)

September 8, 2012 at 8:23 PM

Islamabad, Sep 8 (IANS) Despite some of the core irritants in their relationship continuing, India and Pakistan Saturday signaled that they were ready to move ahead and not be "held hostage to things that have happened in the past", signing a pact to liberalise their visa regime to promote greater trade, travel and people-to-people contacts.

Immense potential to normalise Indo-Pak ties: Khar

September 8, 2012 at 8:07 PM

Islamabad, Sep.8 (ANI): Stating that there was immense potential for normalising ties with India, Pakistan's Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar on Saturday said, Islamabad has been consistent in trying to engage with New Delhi, and is determined to ensure that bilateral ties move forward, and are not held hostage to the baggage of history.

Aspirations of Kashmiris must be accommodated: Khar

September 8, 2012 at 7:43 PM

Islamabad, Sep 8 (IANS) Pakistani Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar said Saturday that the "aspirations of the Kashmiri people must be accommodated" and they must be a part of the dialogue process.

Moving beyond past, India, Pakistan ink visa pact (Third Lead)

September 8, 2012 at 7:43 PM

Islamabad, Sep 8 (IANS) Underlining their will not to be held hostage to the past and script a new chapter in their relations, India and Pakistan Saturday signed a pact to liberalise their visa regime to promote greater trade, travel and people-to-people contacts between the two neighbours.

Indian traders to be treated like those from other nations: Khar

September 8, 2012 at 7:27 PM

Islamabad, Sep 8 (IANS) Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar Saturday said that by December Pakistan and India would complete a trade normalisation process which would ensure that traders from India are treated like those from any other country.