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Everything you need to know about Nagpur City Ho: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Everything you need to know about Nagpur City Ho: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Bookie tried to play Yadav in Bangladesh league too

May 22, 2013 at 8:54 PM

New Delhi, May 22 (IANS) Former Ranji cricket player Baburao Yadav, arrested in the IPL spot fixing scandal, had planned to play in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) with the help of one of the arrested bookies, police said Wednesday.

Questions raised over valuation dropping Gupta's property price in S. Africa

May 22, 2013 at 11:18 AM

Johannesburg, May 22 (ANI): An objection has been lodged over an error on the 2013 property valuation of a property owned by the well-connected Indian family in Johannesburg.

Indian university lecturer arrested in UAE

May 20, 2013 at 5:58 PM

Dubai, May 20 (IANS) An Indian university lecturer who had come to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on a short visit has been arrested by police here for blogging against a Dubai-based university.

Tepees latest household craze in US

May 20, 2013 at 3:42 PM

New York, May 20 (ANI): Tepees are the latest houseware piece that is trending all over America.

Searing heat across north, west India, mercury to rise further (Roundup)

May 19, 2013 at 9:34 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) It was a blazing weekend across northern plains and central plateau of India which reeled under the intense summer heat. Temperatures Sunday soared to 47 degrees Celsius in Maharashtra's Nagpur, and over 43 degrees even in Himachal hills. No respite is expected as the dry heat is likely to continue.

Ex-Ranji player, two others arrested for IPL scam

May 19, 2013 at 8:22 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Three more people have been arrested in the Indian Premier League spot fixing case, Delhi Police said Sunday, taking the number of arrested to 18, including India fast bowler S. Sreesanth and two other players of the Rajasthan Royals.

At 47 degrees Celsius, Nagpur hottest in India

May 19, 2013 at 11:34 AM

Nagpur, May 19 (IANS) The orange city Saturday recorded a maximum temperatures of 47 degrees Celsius, making it the hottest place in the country, an India Meteorological Department (IMD) official said here Sunday.

The rise and fall of Sreesanth

May 16, 2013 at 4:38 PM

Kochi, May 16 (IANS) Things, at the moment, appear bleak for fast bowler S. Sreesanth, one of the most colourful personalities in Kerala, who shot into prominence by becoming only the second person from the state to represent India in cricket.

Penguins are star attraction at Guatemala zoo

May 14, 2013 at 10:46 AM

Guatemala City, May 14 (IANS/EFE) Twelve penguins, newly arrived from a conservationist park in France, have become the star attractions at Guatemala City's La Aurora Zoo.

Malaysian pilot on world record attempt in Kolkata

May 11, 2013 at 9:10 PM

Kolkata, May 11 (IANS) Malaysian pilot James Anthony Tan, a dyslexia patient attempting to fly half-way around the world in a single-engined aircraft, touched down here Saturday after completing nearly 36,400 km of solo flying.

Indian wedding controversy: Nine South African cops suspended

May 11, 2013 at 5:10 PM

Durban, May 11 (IANS) Nine officers of the Tshwane Metro Police in South Africa have been suspended for their alleged role in a controversial wedding in an Indian-origin family earlier this month.

Mexican death saint 'blasphemous', says Vatican

May 10, 2013 at 7:58 PM

London, May 10 (IANS) The cult of Santa Muerte or "Holy Death" in Mexico is "blasphemous" and worshipping it was a "degeneration of religion", a senior Vatican official has said.

Traders' stir severely hits tax inflow in Nagpur

May 9, 2013 at 8:22 PM

Nagpur, May 9 (IANS) In an unexpected fall-out of the ongoing traders' strike, the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has reported a steep drop in cash flow by way of Local Body Tax to just around Rs.2 crore since April 1, when it (LBT) was implemented, an official said.

NYPD surveillance of Muslims called 'unconstitutional'

May 6, 2013 at 12:44 PM

Washington, May 6 (ANI): New York Police Department's surveillance of Muslims has been called unconstitutional.

Audi breaks ground on Mexico plant

May 6, 2013 at 12:04 PM

Mexico City, May 6 (IANS/EFE) Audi executives and Economy Secretary Ildefonso Guajardo laid the cornerstone for the German automaker's new plant in Mexico, the Economy Secretariat said in a statement.

Elano hopeful for Brazil recall

May 5, 2013 at 2:12 PM

Rio de Janeiro, May 5 (IANS) Former Manchester City midfielder Elano said he remained hopeful of a recall to Brazil's national team ahead of the 2014 World Cup.

Solar plane starts journey across US

May 4, 2013 at 9:32 AM

Washington, May 4 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The first airplane that can fly both day and night powered exclusively by the sun's rays has taken off from California in the first stage of an attempt to fly across the US without using any fuel.

Man claims he visited heaven and spoke to God while unconscious in hospital

May 3, 2013 at 3:24 PM

London, May 3 (ANI): A man, whose heart stopped beating for hours, has claimed that he saw angels and spoke to God before unbelievably waking up in hospital and making a full recovery.

Chelsea to lure Mourinho back with 100 mln-pound transfer 'kitty'

May 1, 2013 at 1:16 PM

London, May 1 (ANI): Chelsea is set to offer a 100 million-pound transfer cash bundle to Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho to rebuild the club if the Portuguese makes the move back to the Blues this summer.

Last rites of four-year-old rape victim performed

May 1, 2013 at 12:12 PM

Ghansor (Madhya Pradesh), May 1(ANI): Mourners performed the last rites of a four-year-old rape victim who had died of her injuries on Monday night in Nagpur.

Six Maharashtra policemen killed in road crash

May 1, 2013 at 9:08 AM

Nagpur, May 1 (IANS) At least six policemen were killed and three injured when their vehicle rammed into a tree in Maharashtra's Amravati district early Wednesday, police said.

Four-year-old MP rape survivor critical, main accused absconding

April 23, 2013 at 10:44 AM

Nagpur (Maharashtra), April 23 (ANI): Doctors attending to a four-year-old infant, who was allegedly raped in the Ghansour town of Madhya Pradesh and shifted to Nagpur, have said that she continues to be critical.

MP minor rape victim critical, has brain injuries (Update:MP rape)

April 21, 2013 at 4:44 PM

Nagpur (Maharashtra), April 21 (ANI): Doctors at a private nursing home in Nagpur, Maharashtra, on Sunday said that the medical condition of the four-year-old girl who was raped in a village in Madhya Pradesh, remains critical, and added that she is suffering from brain injuries.

Sarah Jessica Parker fights with twin daughters for jewellery

April 21, 2013 at 3:56 PM

Washington, April 21 (ANI): Sarah Jessica Parker has revealed that she has to struggle to get back her own jewellery from her twin daughters.

Five-year-old rape victim in Madhya Pradesh shifted to Nagpur for treatment

April 21, 2013 at 11:40 AM

Bhopal, April 21 (ANI): The five-year-old girl, who was allegedly raped by a 35-year-old man in Madhya Pradesh's Ghansour town, has been shifted to a private nursing home in Nagpur for further treatment.

Over 100 dead, thousands injured in China quake; massive rescue underway

April 20, 2013 at 4:12 PM

Beijing, April 20 (Xinhua-ANI): More than 100 people were killed and thousands injured after a strong quake struck southwest China's Sichuan Province Saturday morning, triggering massive rescue efforts.

Premier League clubs spent whopping two-third on players' wages in 2011-12

April 19, 2013 at 1:40 PM

London, Apr 19 (ANI): According to the recently published financial accounts of the 20 Premier League (PL) clubs, more than two-third of their record 2.4 billion-pound income in 2011-12 had been spent on the wages of their players.

Monaco to 'gazump' Chelsea in Mourinho chase by making him world's 'highest-paid' football manager

April 17, 2013 at 2:28 PM

London, Apr 17 (ANI): Real Madrid head coach Jose Mourinho has reportedly received an offer from mega-rich French club Monaco which will make him the highest-paid football manager in the world.

Tiger cub killed in Maharashtra

April 15, 2013 at 8:20 PM

Nagpur, April 15 (IANS) A tiger cub was killed and another injured Monday after they were run over by a passenger train, around 60 km from here, forest officials said.

'Senior leader' wanted help to topple UPA-II, says Gadkari

April 12, 2013 at 10:12 PM

Nagpur, April 12 (IANS) Former Bharatiya Janata Party chief Nitin Gadkari Friday claimed that a "senior leader" of the UPA-II wanted his support to topple the Congress-led alliance government in New Delhi.

Congress asks Gadkari to name politician willing to bring down UPA II

April 12, 2013 at 8:52 PM

New Delhi, Apr. 12 (ANI): Congress Party on Friday lashed out at former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Nitin Gadkari over his claims that a 'senior leader' had approached him to topple the Congress-led UPA-II Government at the Centre, and asked him to name the politician.

Fadnavis is new Maharashtra BJP president

April 11, 2013 at 3:00 PM

Mumbai, April 11 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and legislator Devendra G. Fadnavis was Thursday named the new president of the party's Maharashtra unit.

Mexican airline operates fuel efficient aircraft

April 11, 2013 at 11:48 AM

Cancun (Mexico), April 11 (IANS/EFE) Mexican discount carrier Volaris has started operating the first of 50 Airbus A320s equipped with wing tip fuel saving devices, known as "sharklets", which will allow it to reduce fuel use by up to four percent.

Good corporate governance key to sustaining business: ICAI

April 7, 2013 at 11:56 AM

New Delhi, April 7 (ANI): The Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICAI) in association with the National Foundation for Corporate Governance (NFCG) has said pursuing good corporate governance practices is indispensable for sustaining any business which is generating long term value for all of its stakeholders.

Vidic touts current 'Fergie-led' Man U squad 'better than any other season'

April 4, 2013 at 5:00 PM

London, Apr 4 (ANI): Manchester United captain Nemanja Vidic has claimed that the current United team under the aegis of Sir Alex Ferguson is better than any other season at the club.

Seven Maoists gunned down in Gadchiroli forest

April 4, 2013 at 2:21 PM

Gadchiroli (Maharashtra), April 4 (IANS) At least seven Maoists were gunned down in a fierce gun battle with security forces in Nargunda-Bhatpar tribal area of Gadchiroli district Thursday morning, a police official said.

Digvijay Singh takes on Narendra Modi over Gujarat development claims

April 3, 2013 at 11:00 AM

Nagpur, Apr 3 (ANI): Congress General Secretary Digvijay Singh has criticised Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi for taking credit for development of the state.

CBI is key ally of UPA, alleges BJP

March 30, 2013 at 5:54 PM

Nagpur, Mar. 30 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday lashed out at the Congress-led UPA Government for using the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to garner the support of other political outfits.

IAF to deploy Mi-17 V5 helicopters in Nagpur

March 23, 2013 at 11:22 PM

New Delhi, March 23 (IANS) The Indian Air Force (IAF) will deploy a squadron of its latest Mi-17 V-5 helicopters in Nagpur for assistance of security forces deployed in Maoist-affected areas of Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra and other states, officials said.

Journalist gunned down in Guatemala

March 22, 2013 at 10:41 AM

Guatemala City, March 22 (IANS/EFE) A journalist with Nuestro Diario newspaper was fatally shot in the eastern Guatemalan province of Jutiapa, the publication said Thursday.

Asaram Bapu's pre-Holi functions draw flak

March 18, 2013 at 9:45 PM

Thane, March 18 (IANS) Maharashtra political parties Monday condemned spiritual leader Asaram Bapu's insistence over his wet pre-Holi celebrations at a time when a severe drought looms over many parts of the state.

Australia suffer 8th loss in 10 matches in India

March 18, 2013 at 7:45 PM

Mohali, March 18 (IANS) India's 3-0 victory in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series is the first against Australia in their Test history. The victory here Sunday is India's eighth in ten Tests against the visitors at home since their last defeat in Nagpur in 2004, the other two being draws.

Protest, clash at Asaram Bapu's pre-Holi event

March 18, 2013 at 7:21 PM

Thane, March 18 (IANS) At least one media person was manhandled and his camera broken as supporters of spiritual leader Asaram Bapu clashed with political workers opposing a pre-Holi event in Navi Mumbai Monday, police said. Three people were detained.

Good governance is key for nation's development: President Mukherjee

March 18, 2013 at 3:53 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 18 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Monday said that good governance is the key for the development of the nation.

Social group blames Asaram Bapu for 'wasting' water

March 17, 2013 at 10:22 PM

Nagpur, March 17 (IANS) A severe drought gripping many parts of Maharashtra did not deter spiritual leader Asaram Bapu from celebrating a pre-Holi function and wasting many litres of water here Sunday, said a social group.

Nine die in Mexico fireworks blast

March 16, 2013 at 9:42 AM

Mexico City, March 16 (IANS/EFE) Nine people were killed Friday when a vehicle carrying fireworks exploded during a religious festival in the central Mexican state of Tlaxcala, authorities said.

Be courageous: Pope Francis urges Catholic cardinals

March 16, 2013 at 6:22 AM

Vatican City, March 16 (IANS/AKI) Pope Francis has called for "new methods of evangelisation", and urged Catholic cardinals to unite and to be "courageous".

Tiger, leopards skins seized in Nagpur

March 13, 2013 at 4:06 PM

Nagpur, Mar 13 (ANI): Forest officials have arrested six persons for selling tiger and leopard skins worth Rs.80 lakhs.

Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise 'incredibly happy post split'

March 13, 2013 at 3:50 PM

Melbourne, Mar 13 (ANI): 'Rock of Ages' director Adam Shankman has said that his two good friends Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise are "incredibly happy" since they got divorced.

Rs.2.5 crore looted from Axis Bank van near Nagpur

March 7, 2013 at 8:52 PM

Nagpur, March 7 (IANS) In a broad-daylight film-style robbery, six men Thursday stopped at gunpoint a van carrying Rs.2.5 crore cash of the Axis Bank to Nagpur and fled with the money, police said.

Nashik wins award for best city

March 6, 2013 at 10:59 PM

New Delhi, March 6 (IANS) Top healthcare facilities, greenery and public transport won Nagpur the award for the most liveable Indian city at the ABP News-IPSOS Best City Survey and Awards 2013 event here Wednesday. Delhi was adjudged the best for primary education and roads.

Raging fire engulfs forest near Mumbai's Film City

March 5, 2013 at 4:35 PM

Mumbai, Mar. 5 (ANI): A raging fire engulfed the forest near Film City in Goregaon area of Mumbai, even as fire fighters struggled to control the blaze.

Maharashtra rape case: Three detained

March 5, 2013 at 3:31 PM

Bhandara (Maharashtra), March 5 (IANS) Maharashtra Police Tuesday detained three people in connection with the rape and murder of three minor sisters here, an official said.

Woman narrowly escapes after speeding lorry crushes her bike in Nagpur

March 3, 2013 at 5:15 PM

Nagpur (Maharashtra), Mar. 3 (ANI): A woman narrowly escaped death after a speeding lorry crushed her bike on Friday in Nagpur, Maharashtra, CCTV footage has revealed.

BCCI, Maharashtra pulled up for not paying police dues

March 1, 2013 at 9:39 PM

Mumbai, Mar 1 (IANS) The Bombay High Court Friday rapped the Maharashtra government and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for not paying pending dues to Navi Mumbai and Nagpur police for providing security during previous Indian Premier League (IPL) seasons.

Railways to impart skills to youth in railway related trades at 25 locations

February 26, 2013 at 4:03 PM

New Delhi, Feb 26 (ANI): Railways Minister Pawan Kumar Bansal on Tuesday announced that his ministry would impart skills to the youth in Railway related trades in 25 locations spread across the length and breadth of the country with a view to contribute to the national skill development programme of the Government.

Rs.18,800 crore investment proposal for Vidarbha

February 25, 2013 at 9:23 PM

Nagpur, Feb 25 (IANS) The Maharashtra government's two-day 'Advantage Vidarbha-2013' conclave notched proposals worth Rs.18,800 crore on the first day here Monday.

BJP youth leader shot dead in Maharashtra

February 25, 2013 at 4:03 PM

Nagpur, Feb 25 (IANS) A leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party's youth wing (BJP) died of bullet injures early Monday after he was shot at from close range here, police said.

Maharashtra village shuts down to protest rape

February 24, 2013 at 10:51 PM

Bhandara (Maharashtra), Feb 24 (IANS) Lakhni village and surrounding areas in Maharashtra's Bhandara district observed a spontaneous shutdown Sunday to protest the kidnapping, gang-rape and killing of three minor sisters earlier this month, officials said.

Silent protests over Bhandara rapes

February 23, 2013 at 5:46 PM

Bhandara (Maharashtra), Feb 23 (IANS) Hundreds took to streets Saturday to protest the rape and murder of three minor sisters of Lakhani village here and also an alleged assault of a girl reported Friday, police said.

Many questioned in Bhandara rape case, say police

February 21, 2013 at 7:54 PM

Mumbai, Feb 21 (IANS) A week after three minor sisters were raped and murdered in Bhandara near Nagpur, a top Maharashtra police official Thursday said many people have been questioned in the case in the last two days.

Govt. committed to creating 100 million jobs within a decade: Mukherjee

February 21, 2013 at 1:13 PM

New Delhi, Feb 21 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Thursday said the government is committed to creating 100 million jobs within a decade.

Mixed response to nationwide strike in Mumbai

February 20, 2013 at 10:16 PM

Mumbai, Feb 20 (IANS) The nationwide shutdown call by trade unions evoked a mixed response in Maharashtra, crippling the financial sector and most industrial units. However, private establishments and other services remained unaffected.

Mayawati lashes out at Congress, BJP

February 17, 2013 at 5:41 PM

Nagpur, Feb 17 (IANS) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati Sunday lashed out at the Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for their "pro-corporate" policies and described both parties as "anti-people".

Mayawati keen to expand BSP base Maharashtra, addresses rally in Nagpur

February 17, 2013 at 4:17 PM

Nagpur, Feb. 17 (ANI): Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) president and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati addressed a rally at Kasturchand Park here on Sunday and asked the local party leaders and workers to work hard to expand the party mass base in the state.

Estopa now more inspired to share music

February 15, 2013 at 10:09 AM

Mexico City, Feb 15 (IANS/EFE) The two brothers who make up the Spanish duo Estopa find themselves "more inspired than ever" to create and share music with the public.

'Incumbent' Lyon admits not being guaranteed spot in first Test against India

February 9, 2013 at 11:39 AM

Sydney, Feb 9 (ANI): Incumbent Australian off spinner Nathan Lyon has claimed he is not a certainty to play in the first Test match against India in Chennai from February 22.

Lyon wants Oz selectors to play Swann-Panesar type dual spin combo against India

February 8, 2013 at 4:11 PM

Sydney, Feb 8(ANI): Nathan Lyon has urged Australian selectors to play two spinners in their upcoming four-match Test series against India after taking notes on the way Monty Panesar and Graeme Swann snared a combined tally of 37 wickets in England's series triumph in India in December.

Richie Ray, Bobby Cruz celebrate 50-year music career

February 4, 2013 at 9:58 AM

San Juan, Feb 4 (IANS/EFE) Puerto Rican salsa legends Richie Ray and Bobby Cruz celebrated Saturday their 50th year of making music together by recalling their greatest hits and giving thanks they're still alive after their bouts with drugs and alcohol.

Patkar, others meet NHRC chairman in Mumbai

January 31, 2013 at 8:30 PM

Mumbai, Jan 31 (IANS) Social activist Medha Patkar and representatives of various NGOs met National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Chairman K.G. Balakrishnan here Thursday and apprised him about cases of ongoing human rights violations in Maharashtra.

NHRC begins open hearing of cases

January 28, 2013 at 9:29 PM

New Delhi, Jan 28 (IANS) The National Human Rights Commission's (NHRC) three-day open hearing of about 570 cases of atrocities against Scheduled Castes in Maharashtra began in Nagpur Monday, a statement from the apex human rights body said in Delhi.

BJP seeks PM's statement on Telangana

January 28, 2013 at 3:29 PM

Nagpur/New Delhi, Jan 28 (IANS) The BJP Monday demanded a statement from Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on the formation of a separate state of Telangana, as protestors took to streets in the restive region of Andhra Pradesh.

I-T officers body condemns Gadkari's 'threat', demands apology

January 27, 2013 at 1:12 PM

New Delhi, Jan.27 (ANI): The All India Indian Revenue Service Association (AIIRSA), the apex representative body of income tax department officials, on Sunday condemned former BJP president Nitin Gadkari for his recent threats to settle scores with them in a vengeful manner for conducting raids on business interests associated with his Purti Group, and demanded that he give them an immediate apology.

Athawale demands Nandy take back his comments

January 26, 2013 at 6:57 PM

Nagpur, Jan 26 (IANS) Reacting to social scientist Ashis Nandy's comments on backward classes being corrupt, Republican Party of India (RPI) chief Ramdas Athawale Saturday demanded that Nandy take back his comments.

NHRC to hold open hearing on atrocities to Dalits

January 25, 2013 at 9:04 PM

Mumbai, Jan 25 (IANS) A delegation of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), headed by its chairman Justice (retd.) K.G. Balakrishnan, will hear over 550 cases of atrocities faced by the Scheduled Castes at an open hearing in Nagpur from Monday, an official said.

Gadkari tells IT officers Congress on way out, Congress slams threats

January 25, 2013 at 12:08 AM

Nagpur/Mumbai, Jan 24 (IANS) Income tax officials should not forget that the Congress was on its way out, former BJP president Nitin Gadkari said Thursday as he arrived in Nagpur to a massive welcome. The Congress hit out at him for threatening the officials and sought a probe.

Mexican court frees French woman jailed for 96 years

January 24, 2013 at 4:57 PM

London, Jan 24 (IANS) A French woman who was initially sentenced to 96 years in jail by a Mexican court over a kidnapping in 2005 has been freed after Mexico's Supreme Court ruled that her rights were violated.

Gadkari to IT officials: Remember, Congress on its way out

January 24, 2013 at 4:48 PM

Nagpur, Jan 24 (IANS) Income tax officials should not forget that the Congress was on its way out, former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Nitin Gadkari said Thursday as he arrived home to a massive welcome.

Gadkari to IT officials: Remember, Congress on its way out

January 24, 2013 at 3:04 PM

Nagpur, Jan 24 (IANS) Income tax officials should not forget that the Congress was on its way out, former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Nitin Gadkari said Thursday as he arrived home to a massive welcome.

Gadkari threatens I-T officials with revenge when BJP comes to power

January 24, 2013 at 2:08 PM

Nagpur, Jan 24 (ANI): Former Bharatiya Janata Party president Nitin Gadkari, who was given a rousing reception on his arrival in Nagpur on Thursday, described the charges against him as a conspiracy by the Congress-led UPA Government, and threatened to sort out the income tax officials involved in conducting raids on his firms.

Maharashtra spends Rs.4.14 billion to check drought

January 23, 2013 at 10:00 PM

Mumbai, Jan 23 (IANS) With a severe drought looming over parts of the state, Maharashtra has spent Rs.4.14 billion to combat the situation, Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan said Wednesday.

Kohli tips 'young gun' Root to become future England star

January 23, 2013 at 11:36 AM

London, Jan 23(ANI): Indian batsman Virat Kohli believes Joe Root is going to have a bright future with the England team after getting impressed by the Yorkshire batsman's temperament during their ongoing series.

Over 150 Mexican cops held for organized crime ties

January 21, 2013 at 10:16 AM

Mexico City, Jan 21 (IANS/EFE) As many as 158 police personnel have been arrested in the northern Mexican state of Durango for alleged ties to organized crime, officials said.

Six Maoists gunned down in Maharashtra

January 20, 2013 at 12:33 PM

Nagpur, Jan 20 (IANS) Maharashtra Police Sunday killed six Maoists in a shootout in a forested area in Gadchiroli district, an official said.

Six Naxals killed in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli District

January 20, 2013 at 11:13 AM

Nagpur, Jan.20 (ANI): At least six Naxals, including two women cadres, have been killed in an encounter with paramilitary security forces early on Sunday morning.

Compulsory water harvesting mooted in Maharashtr

January 16, 2013 at 10:25 PM

Mumbai, Jan 16 (IANS) With the next monsoon six months away and large parts of Maharashtra already reeling under drought-like conditions, a minister Wednesday mooted compulsory rainwater harvesting to combat the crisis.

Guardiola wants to ply trade in 'fascinating' English Premier League in future

January 16, 2013 at 4:09 PM

London, Jan 16(ANI): Former Barcelona manager Pep Guardiola has made it clear he would like to manage a top Premier League club in future as he has always been fascinated by English football.

A Parsi couple's healing touch to Vidarbha's farmers

January 16, 2013 at 12:17 PM

Nagpur, Jan 16 (IANS) As debt-ridden farmers continue to kill themselves in Maharashtra's Vidarbha region due to "government apathy", a Parsi couple from Mumbai has provided a healing touch to around 25 widows and their children in bringing their broken lives back on track.

Coca-Cola launches ad to address obesity

January 15, 2013 at 11:37 AM

London, Jan 15 (ANI): Soda giant Coca-Cola has launched a big ad campaign to state that it is doing a lot to combat obesity.

Helen Flanagan dropped from 1m pounds lingerie deal with Ultimo

January 13, 2013 at 2:49 PM

London, Jan 13(ANI): Helen Flanagan has been dropped out of the 1-million-dollar deal with designer lingerie brand Ultimo.

Williams admits to false testimony against Hansie Cronje in King Commission Inquiry

January 13, 2013 at 1:13 PM

Johannesburg, Jan. 13 (ANI): One of the cricketers who testified against disgraced former national cricket captain Hansie Cronje has said he lied to the King Commission of Inquiry into the match-fixing controversy in 2000.

'Le Sulk' Anelka set for shock retirement from football

January 11, 2013 at 3:13 PM

London, Jan 11(ANI): Former Chelsea striker Nicolas Anelka could announce his shock retirement after his contract with Chinese club Shanghai Shenhua gets over

Russians to stage march against US adoption ban

January 9, 2013 at 11:13 PM

Moscow, Jan 9 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Opponents of a law banning US nationals from adopting Russian children were granted permission here Wednesday to hold a protest march in central Moscow Jan 13, officials and rally organisers said.

Oz national selector Inverarity admits spin depth 'serious issue' ahead of India tour

January 7, 2013 at 11:59 AM

Sydney, Jan 7(ANI): Cricket Australia (CA) chairman of selectors, John Inverarity has admitted lack of spin bowling talent in the Test squad is a serious issue ahead of team's difficult tour of India next month.

Settle rape case with Rs.50,000, UP panchayat tells victim

January 4, 2013 at 1:27 PM

Lucknow, Jan 4 (IANS) Rs.50,000 as compensation for being kidnapped, taken to Nagpur and raped in captivity for many days. That was what a panchayat in Uttar Pradesh has offered a 13-year-old who came to them with her tale of horror at the hands of a youth from the village.

UK 'losing war on cyber crime as lost revenue hits 205 mln pounds per year'

December 31, 2012 at 12:37 PM

London, Dec. 31 (ANI): Britain is losing the war on Internet crime, after it emerged that cyber crime cost businesses in the country around 205 million pounds in lost revenue last year, a leading police officer has admitted.

Stars have lost their magic: Paresh Rawal

December 30, 2012 at 4:53 PM

Mumbai, Dec 30 (IANS) Versatile actor Paresh Rawal feels film stars have lost their charm owing to extensive marketing and promotions.

Bairstow ruled out of India-England ODI series due to family illness

December 29, 2012 at 11:33 AM

London, Dec 29 (ANI): England batsman Jonny Bairstow has been ruled out of the one-day series against India next month due to family illness.

Kids request Santa for new sibling, pet or 'dad' for Christmas

December 25, 2012 at 1:09 PM

London, December 25 (ANI): Its Christmas time and most people may assume that children will ask Santa for an extensive list of toys, games and treats.

Five labourers injured as security guards open fire in Jamshedpur

December 24, 2012 at 6:37 PM

Jamshedpur, Dec. 24 (ANI): At least five workers were injured as private company guards opened fire on labourers here on Monday, following heated arguments over not being allowed to enter the premises with their bicycles.