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

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

Sanjay Dutt surrenders for 42 more months in jail

May 16, 2013 at 5:58 PM

Mumbai, May 16 (IANS) It was back to jail for Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt who Thursday surrendered before a special court to complete his prison term in the 1993 Mumbai bombings case, adding one more chapter in a life story that could rival one of his films.

Crowds jostle as Sanjay Dutt leaves home for jail

May 16, 2013 at 2:14 PM

Mumbai, May 16 (IANS) With scores of photographers jostling and crowds craning to catch a glimpse of the Bollywood star, a visibly upset Sanjay Dutt left his Bandra home Thursday to return to prison to complete his sentence in the 1993 Mumbai blasts case.

'Havan' and prayers as 'Munnabhai' readies for prison

May 16, 2013 at 10:38 AM

Mumbai, May 16 (IANS) There were early morning prayers and celebrity visitors at Sanjay Dutt's Bandra home, outside which stood hordes of fans, as the Bollywood actor prepared to return to prison Thursday.

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.

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.

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.

SC dismisses challenge to FDI in multi-brand retail

May 1, 2013 at 7:24 PM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) "Consumer is the king", the Supreme Court said Wednesday upholding the government's policy of allowing foreign direct investment (FDI) in multi-brand retail, holding that it did not suffer from any constitutional infirmity.

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.

On Indian cinema's centenary, kin want Bharat Ratna for Dadasaheb Phalke (With Image)

April 27, 2013 at 12:28 PM

Mumbai, April 27 (IANS) A hundred years after "Lights, Camera, Action." were uttered for the first time in India by Dhundiraj Govind Phalke - Dadasaheb Phalke, known as the 'Father of Indian Cinema' - his descendents have sought a befitting recognition of his contribution by posthumously conferring him the Bharat Ratna, the country's highest civilian honour.

Tendulkar helps light up Maharashtra villages

April 23, 2013 at 8:36 PM

Mumbai, April 23 (IANS) Master blaster Sachin Tendulkar has brought light into the lives of over a thousand residents of Velunje village, in Nashik.

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.

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.

Mourinho again enigmatic about his Real Madrid future

April 20, 2013 at 3:24 PM

Madrid, April 20 (IANS) Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho used his press conference to explain the root of the latest story about his future.

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.

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.

Dixon not worried about ageing

April 5, 2013 at 4:44 PM

London, April 5 (IANS) TV personality Alesha Dixon doesn't worry about getting older and insists her thirties have been the best period of her life so far.

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.

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.

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".

Nair teams up with Disney to tell slum girl's story

March 14, 2013 at 2:22 PM

Mumbai, March 14 (IANS) US-based Indian filmmaker Mira Nair, known for her directorial ventures "Monsoon Wedding" and "The Namesake", is working on a film with Disney and says the narrative focuses on slum girl who becomes a chess player.

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.

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.

Central Team in Maharashtra to assess drought situation

February 27, 2013 at 9:15 PM

New Delhi, Feb. 27 (ANI): An Inter-Ministerial Central Team (IMCT) is currently visiting Maharashtra to assess the drought situation in the State.

Central team to assess Maharashtra drought

February 27, 2013 at 6:35 PM

New Delhi, Feb 27 (IANS) A central team is visiting Maharashtra to assess the drought situation in the state, officials said here Wednesday.

Hilsa research centre coming up in Bengal

February 26, 2013 at 4:59 PM

Kolkata, Feb 26 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Tuesday said the government was planning to set up a facility for doing research on the hilsa fish whose numbers are fast dwindling in Indian waters.

Nashik to host first grape harvest fest

February 24, 2013 at 11:16 AM

Nashik (Maharashtra), Feb 24 (IANS) In a bid to popularise wine, the country's first Grape Harvest Festival shall be held in India's wine capital here March 2 and 3, an organiser said Sunday.

Aadhar: C.M. fixed 31st March as deadline to complete the target

February 23, 2013 at 1:06 PM

Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit as reviewed the implementation of Direct Benefit Transfer Scheme and Aadhar enrollment in the Capital City in a high level meeting which was attended by the Food and Supplies Minister

Maharashtra ATS team goes to assist Hyderabad blasts probe

February 22, 2013 at 8:18 PM

Mumbai, Feb 22 (IANS) A seven-member team of Maharashtra Police's Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) team has left for Hyderabad to assist the investigators probing Thursday's twin blasts which left 16 dead, an official said.

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.

School boy killed as truck hits autorickshaw

February 14, 2013 at 8:41 PM

Mumbai, Feb 14 (IANS) A six-year-old school boy was killed and five others injured when a truck collided with an autorickshaw ferrying students in a Maharashtra town Thursday, police said.

Charges framed against Jundal in Aurangabad arms haul case

February 8, 2013 at 9:07 PM

Mumbai, Feb 8 (IANS) A special Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) court Friday framed charges against suspected Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) operative Abu Jundal in the 2006 Aurangabad arms haul case.

HAL to open its Ozar airport at Nashik for civilian flights

February 8, 2013 at 3:39 PM

Bangalore, Feb 8 (IANS) State-run defence behemoth Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) will soon open its Ozar military aerodrome at Nashik in Maharashtra to civilian flights as an alternative to the congested Mumbai airport, a top official said Friday.

Charge sheet against Abu Jundal filed in Nashik court

February 7, 2013 at 6:51 PM

Nashik (Maharashtra), Feb 7 (IANS) The Mumbai Anti-Terrorist Squad Thursday filed a charge sheet against suspected LeT terrorist Abu Jundal for planning an attack on vital installations of the city.

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.

Apex court prevents Nandy's arrest, advises him to speak carefully

February 1, 2013 at 8:14 PM

New Delhi, Feb 1 (IANS) The Supreme Court Friday restrained Rajasthan Police from arresting sociologist Ashis Nandy against whom FIRs have been filed for making uncharitable comments about Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes but asked him to be careful in his statements.

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.

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.

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.

I've surely paid for my blunders: Hollywood star Mark Wahlberg (Interview)

January 19, 2013 at 2:01 PM

New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) Mark Wahlberg's tryst with crime began at a young age. The ace Hollywood star, who was once a drug dealer and was arrested 20-odd times for various crimes, has turned his life around and says he has "really started doing good and doing right for other people".

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.

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.

Provide health care to deprived sections of society: Ansari

January 15, 2013 at 10:23 AM

Vice President Hamid Ansari has said that it is imperative for the State to provide health care coverage to all especially marginalized and deprived sections of the Society. It is time to provide attention on preventive care for them.

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.

'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.

Madrid presents dossier for 2020 Olympic Bid

January 9, 2013 at 12:25 PM

Madrid, Jan 9 (IANS) The City of Madrid officially presented the dossier for its candidacy to host the 2020 Olympic Games to the press.

Maharashtra shivers, Mahabaleshwar freezes

January 8, 2013 at 2:47 PM

Mahabaleshwar (Maharashtra), Jan 8 (IANS) Thousands woke up to witness a rare white blanket enveloping this popular hill station as dew drops froze with overnight temperatures dipping to one degree Celsius.

Inferno engulfs Maharashtra paint factory

January 4, 2013 at 7:27 PM

Nashik (Maharashtra), Jan 4 (IANS) A massive fire Friday gutted the factory and warehouse of Shalimar Paints 20 km from the city, police said. No casualties were reported.

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.

Five killed in Maharashtra accidents

December 30, 2012 at 6:21 PM

Nashik, Dec 30 (IANS) Five people, including a man and his daughter, were killed and 23 others injured in two separate accidents in Maharashtra, police said.

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.

'Livid' Fergie says Van Persie 'could have been killed' after being struck by ball on head

December 24, 2012 at 11:49 AM

London, Dec 24(ANI): Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson blasted Swansea City captain Ashley Williams for deliberately kicking Robin Van Persie on the head with the ball during their 1-1 draw at the Liberty Stadium on Sunday, and added that the striker could have been killed due to that.

Metro rail planned for Nagpur

December 21, 2012 at 6:45 PM

Nagpur, Dec 21 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan Friday announced plans for a metro rail for the state's second capital, Nagpur, known as Orange City for its luscious varieties of oranges, besides other major projects to boost development in the region.

Mario Balotelli shows up as Santa during stadium fan tour

December 21, 2012 at 1:49 PM

London, Dec 21 (ANI): Local youngsters were in for a treat during a tour of the Etihad Stadium, as Mario Balotelli surprised them by turning up as Father Christmas.

2013 INRC to have eight rounds

December 19, 2012 at 6:29 PM

Chennai, Dec 19 (IANS) In contrast to the disastrous 2012 Indian National Rally Championship that had just two rounds of the original four, the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI) announced an eight-event series for 2013, from March to November.

Maharashtra Rally cancelled; INRC reduced to 2 rounds

December 19, 2012 at 12:45 PM

Bangalore, Dec 19 (IANS) The once popular Indian National Rally Championship run under the aegis of the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI) touched rock bottom with the cancellation of Rally of Maharashtra, the final round, that was scheduled to be held in Nashik Jan 5-6, 2013.

Texas gun store owner offering teachers discount on guns after Connecticut school shooting

December 18, 2012 at 12:29 PM

Washington, Dec. 18 (ANI): A Texas gun store owner is not only encouraging teachers to arm themselves, he is also offering them a discount.

Mumbai among world's most 'dirtiest' cities: Survey

December 14, 2012 at 2:04 PM

Sydney, Dec 14 (ANI): Mumbai has been named among the list of the world's most dirtiest city, according to a survey.

Guatemala deports McAfee to US

December 13, 2012 at 10:16 AM

Guatemala City, Dec 13 (IANS/EFE) US software guru John McAfee, who fled here last week from neighbouring Belize where authorities want to question him about a murder, was deported to the US Wednesday, a Guatemalan official said.

Boris Johnson dancing at Olympics closing ceremony 'most talked-about event' on Twitter

December 12, 2012 at 1:52 PM

London, Dec 12 (ANI): London Mayor Boris Johnson dancing at the Olympics closing ceremony was the most talked-about event of 2012 among Twitter users in the UK, the micro blogging site has revealed.

Outrage over Swedish artist using ashes of Holocaust victims to make painting

December 7, 2012 at 12:54 PM

Washington, Dec. 7 (ANI): A Swedish artist has caused outrage after it was revealed that he used the ashes of incinerated Nazi death camp victims to make a painting.

US software mogul McAfee hospitalized in Guatemala

December 7, 2012 at 10:12 AM

Guatemala City, Dec 7 (IANS/EFE) US software guru John McAfee was hospitalized here Thursday after complaining of chest pain as Guatemalan authorities prepared to deport him to neighbouring Belize, where police want to question him in connection with a murder.

Maha Kumbh: Red carpet welcome for mediapersons

December 6, 2012 at 12:36 PM

Lucknow, Dec 6 (IANS) Even as the Uttar Pradesh government drags its feet on several projects ahead of the Maha Kumbh in January, it has gone into overdrive to lay out the red carpet for thousands of mediapersons, from India and around the world, who will gather in Allahabad for the mega religious congregation.

No risks for Mourinho as Real Madrid face Ajax

December 3, 2012 at 5:24 PM

Madrid, Dec 3 (IANS) Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho will introduce changes for his side's Champions League match at home against Ajax Tuesday night.

Uddhav to head Shiv Sena, vows to fulfil Bal Thackeray's dreams

December 3, 2012 at 5:16 PM

Kolhapur (Maharashtra)/Mumbai, Dec 3 (IANS) Shiv Sena executive president Uddhav Thackeray, who has been named the party's de facto chief, Monday took a public vow to fulfil the dreams of his late father and party chief Bal Thackeray.

Australia to make China's Forbidden City theme park near Sydney

December 3, 2012 at 4:20 PM

Sydney, Dec. 3 (ANI): Australia is set to make a Chinese theme park featuring the full-size replica of the gates to the Forbidden City in Beijing and nine-story temple housing a giant Buddha.

Ali to be proclaimed king of boxing

December 3, 2012 at 11:32 AM

Mexico City, Dec 3 (IANS/EFE) Muhammad Ali, former world heavyweight boxing champion and widely considered to be the greatest pugilist of all time, will be named "King of Boxing" at the 50th convention of the World Boxing Council, or WBC.

Post-Thackeray, Uddhav to meet party activists

December 1, 2012 at 9:59 AM

Mumbai, Dec 1 (IANS) After mourning Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray's death, his son and party executive president Uddhav Thackeray will tour Maharashtra to interact with party activists, a party official said here Saturday.

Malaysian town permits women to cut men's hair but 'sensitive unisex' word is out

November 28, 2012 at 9:27 PM

Kuala Lumpur, Nov. 28 (ANI): Hair salons in Malaysian town of Alor Setar cannot use the word 'unisex' on their business signboards as it is 'a sensitive word', a city councilor has said.

Chopper used by village poll contestant

November 26, 2012 at 9:51 PM

Nashik (Maharashtra), Nov 26 (IANS) In a first of its kind in the state and probably the country, a Shiv Sena candidate in a village poll in Maharashtra Monday deployed a helicopter to woo panchayat members to ensure his election as the village council head.

Ronaldo backs Man U to win Premier League title this season

November 25, 2012 at 3:25 PM

London, Nov. 25 (ANI): Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo has blasted Manchester City strikers by telling them the champions will not win the Premier League this season.

'Mario bros' join each other for night out in Manchester

November 25, 2012 at 12:05 PM

London, Nov 25 (ANI): 'TOWIE' star Mario Falcone, who was up North in Manchester - away from his Essex hometown - joined Mario Balotelli footballer for a meal.

Thackeray's ashes immersed in sea, rivers

November 23, 2012 at 5:22 PM

Mumbai, Nov 23 (IANS) The ashes of Bal Thackeray, the Shiv Sena patriarch, were Friday immersed in the Arabian Sea here and many rivers across the country, a party official said.

Mustached Peter Crouch leaves Kate Moss' book launch party crawling

November 17, 2012 at 4:34 PM

London, Nov 17 (ANI): Peter Crouch was pictured crawling into the back of a car on Thursday evening after attending the launch of Kate Moss' book at 50 St. James in London.

Alcohol accounts for 6 percent of adults' calorie intake

November 16, 2012 at 5:30 PM

Washington, Nov 16 (ANI): Sodas and sugar-sweetened beverages aren't the only drinks contributing calories to people's diets, as alcohol accounts for about 5 percent of adults' caloric intake, a new study has revealed.

Six die in shooting at Mexico wedding

November 15, 2012 at 10:18 AM

Mexico City, Nov 15 (IANS/EFE) At least six people were killed and two were wounded by gunfire during and after a wedding party in the western Mexican town of Salvador Escalante, officials said.

De Rossi dropped by Prandelli from Azzurri

November 12, 2012 at 2:11 PM

Rome, Nov 12 (IANS) AS Roma midfielder Daniele De Rossi was dropped from the Italy national football team when head coach Cesare Prandelli announced the squad to play France in a friendly.

Irrigation scam whistle-blower to continue in service

November 9, 2012 at 6:37 PM

Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) Vijay Pandhare, the prime whistle-blower in the Maharashtra irrigation scam and a government officer who had sought voluntary retirement, Friday decided to continue with his job.

France squad for Italy friendly

November 9, 2012 at 2:05 PM

Paris, Nov 9 (IANS) The following is France's squad for a football friendly against Italy in Parma Nov 14:

Kolo Toure tempted to move to France after falling out of favour at Man City

November 2, 2012 at 3:59 PM

London, Nov. 2 (ANI): Kolo Toure could be tempted to move to France after falling out of favour at Manchester City.

Never aspired to be movie actress: Anjali Patil

October 31, 2012 at 5:32 PM

Mumbai, Oct 31 (IANS) Her performance as a Naxalite (Maoist) in Prakash Jha's "Chakravyuh" has won rave reviews for Anjali Patil across the board, but the actress says she never aspired to act in movies.

Eid-ul-Azha celebrated with fervour and feasting (Roundup)

October 27, 2012 at 8:39 PM

New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) Eid-ul-Azha, the Muslim festival of sacrifice, was celebrated across the country with fervour and gaiety and marked by lavish feasting.

Mumbai celebrates Bakrid

October 27, 2012 at 1:43 PM

Mumbai, Oct 27 (IANS) Muslims in Mumbai Saturday celebrated Eid-ul-Azha or Bakrid with gaiety and in a spirit of sacrifice.

Evict Aseem Trivedi from 'Bigg Boss', says RPI

October 25, 2012 at 11:43 AM

Lonavala (Maharashtra), Oct 25 (IANS) Angry Dalits from different parts of the state marched Thursday morning to the "Bigg Boss" home demanding eviction of one of its inmates, cartoonist Aseem Trivedi, a Republican Party of India (RPI) member said.

Mario Balotelli dons pink headphones for flight to Amsterdam

October 24, 2012 at 3:03 PM

London, Oct 24 (ANI): Mario Balotelli turned heads by wearing bright pink headphones while with his teammates as they prepared to fly off to Amsterdam for their Champions League clash against Ajax.

Indiabulls' Nashik power plant to use sewage water

October 22, 2012 at 9:51 PM

Mumbai, Oct 22 (IANS) Indiabulls Power Ltd. Monday announced the successful boiler lighting of the first power unit of its proposed power plant in Maharashtra, an official said.

Peru gets upgraded gunships to boost drug fight

October 20, 2012 at 3:18 PM

Mexico City, Oct 20 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Four attack helicopters, modernized in Russia, have joined the Peruvian Air Force to boost its combat capability in the fight against terrorism and drug trafficking.

Eva Longoria presents Humanitarian Award to Deepak Chopra in racy backless dress

October 18, 2012 at 12:54 PM

London, Oct 18 (ANI): Eva Longoria was certainly dressed to impress, when she presented famed Indian-born American physician and writer, Deepak Chopra with the Mandala Humanitarian award on Tuesday night.

1,000-year-old tombs found in Mexico

October 18, 2012 at 11:42 AM

Mexico City, Oct 18 (IANS/EFE) Mexican archaeologists have discovered a group of millennium-old basalt tombs in the Pacific coast state of Nayarit, said authorities.

Roberto Mancini wants James Bond role

October 18, 2012 at 10:54 AM

London, Oct 18 (ANI): Roberto Mancini is said to be obsessed with James Bond and dreams of starring as the iconic spy.