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

Chris Brown faces backlash from neighbours over 'monster graffiti' house

May 11, 2013 at 12:14 PM

Washington, May 11 (ANI): Chris Brown has angered his neighbours after decorating the outside of his Hollywood Hills residence with colourful spray-painted murals.

Shraddha Kapoor hopes for fairy tale romance

May 10, 2013 at 1:02 PM

Mumbai, May 10 (IANS) A die-hard romantic, Shraddha Kapoor, who has an appetite for love stories like "Pyasa", "Devdas" and "Titanic", would love to experience dream like romance in real life too.

Vital organs of Sarabjit Singh were not present in his body, say doctors

May 3, 2013 at 8:36 PM

Amritsar/Bhikhiwind, May 3 (ANI): Doctors, who conducted an autopsy on Sarabjit Singh in Patti near Amritsar last night, have concluded that the vital organs of the Indian death row prisoner were not present in his body.

Motive was to kill Sarabjit, say doctors

May 3, 2013 at 6:20 PM

Amritsar, May 3 (IANS) Refuting the theory put up by Pakistani authorities that Indian prisoner Sarabjit Singh was fatally injured in a "scuffle" of prisoners, Indian doctors who conducted a second autopsy on him Friday said that the brutal assault was with the "motive to kill".

Sarabjit's body brought back, taken to civil hospital for post-mortem

May 2, 2013 at 9:00 PM

Amritsar, May 2 (ANI): The body of Sarabjit Singh, which has been brought back to India from Pakistan, is being taken to a civil hospital in Patti for post-mortem.

Shraddha focuses on story, doesn't fret about scenes

April 21, 2013 at 4:44 PM

Mumbai, April 21 (IANS) Shraddha Kapoor gives importance to "good story" and "good role", and says that she treats lovemaking or bold scene like any other sequence.

Thanks to Mohit Suri, Shraddha felt no pressure

April 18, 2013 at 3:48 PM

Mumbai, April 18 (IANS) Shraddha Kapoor felt no pressure while shooting for "Aashiqui 2", a sequel of 1990 hit musical "Aashiqui", and gives credit to director Mohit Suri.

'Gori Tere Pyaar Mein' keeps Shraddha busy

April 14, 2013 at 6:28 PM

Mumbai, April 14 (IANS) While everyone is awaiting Shraddha Kapoor's much talked about "Aashiqui 2" release, the actress is busy shooting for Dharma Productions' "Gori Tere Pyaar Mein" in Bangalore.

Ronald Reagan's daughter publishes 'lesbian love story' on Amazon

March 21, 2013 at 3:30 PM

New York, Mar. 21 (ANI): Ronald Reagan's not-so-conservative daughter Patti Davis has authored a lesbian love story titled, 'Till Human Voices Wake Us.'

Bruce Springsteen honoured with 'Person of the Year' title

February 10, 2013 at 3:55 PM

London, Feb 10 (ANI): Bruce Springsteen was recognised as MusiCare's 2013 Person of the Year at a star-studded event hosted by comedian Jon Stewart and held in conjunction with the annual Grammy Awards.

How the way you hold your bag can tell a lot about you

January 15, 2013 at 12:49 PM

London, Jan 15 (ANI): A body language expert has given an insight into a woman life and personality by the way she holds her handbag.

'Tennessee Waltz' singer Patti Page dies at 85

January 3, 2013 at 11:51 AM

Washington, Jan. 3 (ANI): American singer Patti Page, whose 1950 hit 'Tennessee Waltz' topped the US charts for months, has died after suffering a congestive heart failure in a nursing home in Southern California on Tuesday. She was 85.

Flashing a smile gets men their way with women

November 29, 2012 at 5:27 PM

London, Nov 29 (IANS) All men need to do is flash a smile at a woman to get her to do his bidding, as suggested by an European study.

Simple smile 'may hold key to having your way with women'

November 29, 2012 at 11:19 AM

London, November 29 (ANI): All men need to do is flash a grin at a woman and she is more likely to do what he asks, researchers say.

Congress, BJP in close contest for tribal votes

November 20, 2012 at 2:18 PM

Ahmedabad, Nov 20 (IANS) As Gujarat gets ready to go to the polls next month, the closest contest is going to be perhaps over the hilly and densely forested eastern peripheries of the state, where the majority of the population is tribal in origin.

US Asia policy: full embrace for India, competition with China

November 18, 2012 at 3:31 PM

Washington, Nov 18 (IANS) The United States looks at its relations with the two Asian giants entirely differently, taking India as a "strategic partner" with whose rise it has given "full embrace" and China as a rival superpower with whom it needs to "build a relationship".

Ryan Lochte set to cameo in '90210'

August 15, 2012 at 12:44 PM

Washington, Aug 15 (ANI): Ryan Lochte will be playing himself on an episode of the CW's teen drama '90210' on October 29.

Bruce Springsteen battling depression, suicidal thoughts since early 1980s

July 25, 2012 at 12:18 PM

New York, July 25 (ANI): Bruce Springsteen has revealed that he's been seeing a shrink since 1982, when depression made him suicidal while he was on the cusp of superstardom.

Musharraf's protracted self-exile leaves loyalists disillusioned

June 19, 2012 at 4:31 PM

Islamabad, June 19 (ANI): Some leaders of the All Pakistan Muslim League (APML), headed by former Pakistan president Pervez Musharraf, are said to be facing mounting uncertainty.

Depp turns saviour for Patti Smith

June 7, 2012 at 4:24 AM

London, June 6 (IANS) Actor Johnny Depp helped Patti Smith record the title track of her new album "Banga".

Yahoo director to quit amid role in CEO's 'bogus degree' scandal

May 9, 2012 at 11:10 AM

Washington, May 9 (ANI): Yahoo director Patti Hart will step down from the board of the embattled Internet firm amid revelations over her role in hiring controversial CEO Scott Thompson.

Tania Zaetta blames 'blonde conspiracy' for her exit from reality series

April 27, 2012 at 5:46 PM

Melbourne, Apr 27 (ANI): Tania Zaetta has alleged that the culture of bullying for the cameras and the 'blonde conspiracy' of Lauryn Eagle, Charlotte Dawson and Patti Newton are responsible for her departure from hannel 9's reality series Celebrity Apprentice.

An unusual Spanish literary award ceremony

April 24, 2012 at 11:40 AM

Alcala de Henares (Spain), April 24 (IANS/EFE) The awarding of the Cervantes Prize to Chile's Nicanor Parra Monday was an unusual event, no less intense for all that and well befitting a self-proclaimed anti-poet who sent his grandson to accept the honour on his behalf.

Oprah Winfrey's OWN network axes 'The Rosie Show'

March 17, 2012 at 8:52 PM

Washington, Mar 17 (ANI): Oprah Winfrey's Network (OWN) is cancelling 'The Rosie Show' after airing it for just five months.

Oprah Winfrey's OWN network axes 'The Rosie Show'

March 17, 2012 at 12:49 PM

Washington, Mar 17 (ANI): Oprah Winfrey's Network (OWN) is cancelling 'The Rosie Show' after airing it for just five months.

Password sharing comes with less romantic risky realities, warn experts

February 5, 2012 at 10:44 AM

London, Jan 20 (ANI): Password sharing, which is the latest way to display trust in a teenage relationship, comes with some less romantic risky realities, experts have warned.

Tamara Ecclestone axed from music festival for 'treating 6-figure job like holiday'

January 30, 2012 at 8:29 PM

London, Jan 30 (ANI): Tamara Ecclestone has been dropped from a presenting role at a top music event after organisers claimed she was treating the job "like a holiday".

Tamara Ecclestone axed from music festival for 'treating 6-figure job like holiday'

January 30, 2012 at 2:36 PM

London, Jan 30 (ANI): Tamara Ecclestone has been dropped from a presenting role at a top music event after organisers claimed she was treating the job "like a holiday".

Potential target against neuropathic pain identified

January 23, 2012 at 8:26 PM

London, Jan 23 (ANI): Scientists have discovered a major clue to a type of chronic pain called neuropathic pain, which affects millions of people worldwide.

India wins SAFF Cup title 6th times; Afgan Coach alleged referee to be biased

December 12, 2011 at 12:00 PM

Indian Football team won the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Championship for the sixth time Sunday, defeating...

Stars react to Conrad Murray verdict on twitter

November 8, 2011 at 4:53 PM

Washington, November 8 (ANI): As the news spread of Dr Conrad Murray being found guilty of Michael Jackson's death, stars and members of Jackson's family took to twitter to voice their thoughts.

Depp all set to flaunt musical skills with soundtrack in upcoming flick

October 13, 2011 at 3:51 PM

Washington, Oct 13 (ANI): Johnny Depp is all set to flaunt his musical skills on the soundtrack for his upcoming movie 'The Rum Diary'.

George Harrison biopic omits affair with band mate's wife

September 26, 2011 at 5:30 PM

London, Sept 26 (ANI): The new major biopic on the late Beatles star George Harrison has omitted details of his affair with band mate Ringo Starr's then wife Maureen Cox, raising eyebrows among rock historians.

Former Pak minister Sher Afgan Niazi resigns from Musharraf's party

August 21, 2011 at 2:57 PM

Karachi, August 21(ANI): Veteran politician and former minister Sher Afgan Khan Niazi has resigned from the All Pakistan Muslim League (APML) following differences with the party leadership.

How obesity ups risk of diabetes

August 3, 2011 at 10:47 AM

Washington, July 3 (ANI): Scientists at Joslin Diabetes Center have found how obesity drives insulin resistance, the condition that may lead to type 2 diabetes.

Whopping 37 million 'bogus votes' removed from voter lists in Pakistan

July 5, 2011 at 12:56 PM

Islamabad, July 5(ANI): Pakistan's Supreme Court has been informed that 37 million bogus votes have been excluded from voter lists.

Global 'hotspots' of climate-induced food insecurity includes India

June 3, 2011 at 5:25 PM

Washington, June 3 (ANI): A study has mapped global "hotspots" where climate-induced food insecurity is most likely to happen in the future, and it includes India.

Musharraf appoints APML central office-bearers

May 30, 2011 at 11:27 AM

Lahore, May 30(ANI): Former Pakistan President and All Pakistan Muslim League (APML) chief Pervez Musharraf has appointed office-bearers of the party in consultation with the party's Central Core Committee (CCC).

Ronald Reagan's 'Playmate' daughter Patti Davis poses nude again at 58

May 19, 2011 at 12:21 PM

London, May 19 (ANI): Patti Davis, President Ronald Reagan's daughter, caused a stir when she first posed nude for Playboy in 1994, appearing on the cover, with her breasts cupped by male hands and the headline 'Ronald Reagan's Renegade Daughter'.

Stars descend to bid farewell to Oprah Winfrey

May 18, 2011 at 4:05 PM

Washington, May 18 (ANI): Hollywood's top celebrities joined Oprah Winfrey on Tuesday to bid the TV queen a star-studded farewell in a double-taping of her talk show 'Oprah Winfrey Show'.

Sathya Sai Baba devotes pray for his recovery

April 8, 2011 at 2:02 PM

Puttaparthi, Apr 8 (ANI): Devotees of spiritual leader Sri Sathya Sai Baba in Andhra Pradesh's Puttaparthi town prayed for his quick recovery and said that reincarnation of Baba would take place once he attains 96 years of age.

Keith Richards' daughter appears in court over drug and graffiti charges

March 3, 2011 at 3:31 PM

London, March 02 (ANI): Musician Keith Richards' daughter, Theodora, appeared in court in New York City on drug possession and graffiti charges.

'Selfish' men blamed for NY's 'terrible' dating scene

January 7, 2011 at 4:44 PM

New York, Jan 7 (ANI): 'Millionaire Matchmaker' Patti Stanger has blamed 'selfish' men in New York for the city's 'terrible' dating scene.

Aretha Franklin 'feeling great' post-surgery

December 17, 2010 at 4:43 PM

Washington, Dec 17 (ANI): Aretha Franklin, who is recovering from her recent surgery, says she's up and about - and feeling better, too.

It's easier to understand others if you imitate their accents

December 7, 2010 at 1:08 PM

Washington, Dec 7 (ANI): The next time you imitate someone's accent, do it well.

Obama stole the show in meeting with Hu Jintao, says body lingo expert

November 12, 2010 at 5:45 PM

Washington, Nov 12 (ANI): US President Barack Obama seemed to be in a relaxed mood on Thursday as he met with Chinese Premier Hu Jintao in South Korea.

Musharraf aide seeks FIR against Bugti over 'billion rupee bounty on his head' bid

October 26, 2010 at 11:49 AM

Islamabad, Oct 26 (ANI): Dr Sher Afgan Niazi, a noted leader of the former Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf's newly formed party All Pakistan Muslim League (APML), has filed an application to register an FIR under Section 7 or the ATA against three people, including Jamhoori Watan Party President Talal Bugti, for announcing a bounty on Musharraf's head.

Pir Pagara distances himself from Musharraf

October 8, 2010 at 6:25 PM

Islamabad, Oct 8 (ANI): Pakistan Muslim League Functional (PML) President Pir Pagara has distanced himself from former president Pervez Musharraf. He said he and his party have 'nothing to do' with the former army chief.

Musharraf to return to Pak to join unified Muslim League, not for presidency: Pir Pagara

September 23, 2010 at 12:51 PM

Karachi, Sep 23 (ANI): PML-F Chairman Pir Pagara has stated that former military ruler Pervez Musharraf would return to Pakistan not for becoming the country's president, but to join the unified Muslim League.

Pak political parties ridicule "coward" Musharraf's decision to rejoin politics

September 12, 2010 at 2:49 PM

Islamabad, Sept 12 (ANI): Top political parties of Pakistan have scoffed at former military ruler Pervez Musharraf's claim of returning to politics, saying that there was no room for him in the country's political arena.

'Pak politicians with fake degree liable to 80 lashes under Islamic law for lying'

July 1, 2010 at 1:39 PM

Islamabad, July 1(ANI): Former Pakistan Law Minister Sher Afgan Niazi has said that a member of parliament holding a fake degree not only faces disqualification, but is also liable to be awarded 80 lashes under the Islamic law for lying.

Naomi Campbell dons fur vest on 90-degree afternoon

June 29, 2010 at 6:16 PM

New York, June 29 (ANI): British model Naomi Campbell has proven she takes her job seriously after she donned a fur vest on a 90-degree afternoon to model for Dennis Basso's fall/winter 2010 campaign.

Keith Richards' daughter bares all for French Playboy

June 25, 2010 at 6:36 PM

New York, June 25 (ANI): Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards' daughter Alexandra from '70s supermodel Patti Hansen has bared it all in a photo shoot for French Playboy magazine.

Musharraf likely to 'formally' announce new party next week

April 4, 2010 at 11:07 AM

Lahore, Apr.4 (ANI): Former Pakistan President General Pervez Musharraf is likely to announce his new party, named the All Pakistan Muslim League (APML), next week.

Woods' mother was tense, furious during his apology: Body language experts

February 20, 2010 at 3:41 PM

New York, Feb 20(ANI): Several body language experts reckon that disgraced American World No.1 golfer Tiger Woods' mother Kultida Woods had a hard time controlling her emotions while watching his public apology for cheating on his wife.

Brazil's Maria Gomez mesmerizes Bollywood with "Teri neeyat kharab hai"

February 16, 2010 at 2:32 PM

Nevada (US), Feb 16 (ANI): Brazilian model Maria Gomez is said to have created frenzy in Bollywood circles after her debut appearance in "Teen Patti" (Leena Yadav) and many filmmakers are reportedly trying to reach her after she left for Brazil.

Jolie's signature shows signs of "stress", says expert

February 2, 2010 at 2:14 PM

Washington, Feb 2 (ANI): As rumours of Hollywood couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie breaking-up picks momentum, a handwriting expert has said that an autograph the actress recently gave a fan shows she is under stress.

Musharraf to unite all factions of PML upon return to Pakistan

January 25, 2010 at 5:08 PM

Islamabad, Jan. 25 (ANI): Pakistan's former parliamentary affairs minister Dr Sher Afgan Niazi has claimed that former president Pervez Musharraf would soon return to Pakistan to lead the All Pakistan Muslim League on his return.

2009's Top 10 Weirdest Moments in world of Politics

January 2, 2010 at 3:35 PM

Washington, Jan 2 (ANI): Year 2009 had numerous moments that stood out for their sheer, unforgettable strangeness in the world of politics.

Pakistan facing civil war-like situation: Musharraf

December 11, 2009 at 11:03 AM

London, Dec. 11 (ANI): Blaming the PPP government for the country's current turbulent situation, former Pakistan President General Pervez Musharraf has said that Pakistan is facing a civil war-like situation due to the lack national leadership.

Musharraf planning political comeback within next two to four months

December 5, 2009 at 12:31 PM

Islamabad, Dec.5 (ANI): With the expiry of the two-year political ban on him, former Pakistan President General Pervez Musharraf has started consultations with his close aides to announce his comeback in the country's politics.

US pets getting acupuncture treatment by their vets

July 27, 2009 at 1:15 PM

London, July 27 (ANI): Vets in the U.S. are using acupuncture to treat pets for a wide range of medical problems.

For Brit Asians, listening to the radio establishes link with their roots

June 30, 2009 at 1:42 PM

London, June 30 (ANI): The British Asian community could probably boast of a special proclivity for listening to the radio.

Hugh Hefner's bevy of Bunnies through the years revealed

June 29, 2009 at 4:33 PM

Washington, June 29 (ANI): Popular as the world's most legendary bachelor, Hugh Hefner has had a long string of girlfriends, who have not only bared it all on Playboy pages, but have also added glamour to the raunchiest of parties at the mansion.

Bruce Springsteen's rock star status "embarrasses" his kids

June 24, 2009 at 3:16 PM

Washington, June 24 (ANI): Bruce Springsteen has said that his kids find his rock star status "embarrassing."

Meet Johnny Depp, the portrait artist

June 11, 2009 at 6:34 PM

Washington, June 11(ANI): Besides entertaining fans with his excellent acting skills, Johnny Depp also has a talent which is unknown to his fans - he's a portrait artist.

Heidi Montag, Spencer Pratt returning to jungle show

June 4, 2009 at 2:57 PM

New York, Jun 4 (ANI): American singer Heidi Montag and her husband Spencer Pratt are said to be returning to the jungle show 'I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!'

Springsteen's alleged lover hits back at 'lying' husband

May 22, 2009 at 12:05 PM

London, May 22 (ANI): The woman accused of having an affair with veteran singer Bruce Springsteen said her husband was lying in order to land a "big money" payout from the superstar.

Madhavan excited about '13B' going to Shanghai fest

May 19, 2009 at 9:01 AM

Bangalore, May 19 (IANS) Actor R. Madhavan is overjoyed that his thriller '13B' has got an official entry to the 12th Shanghai International Film Festival and is looking forward to attending the event next month.

Sir Ben Kingsley returns to India with Teen Patti

May 17, 2009 at 2:50 PM

London, May 17 (ANI): After almost three decades, 'Gandhi' star Sir Ben Kingsley has returned to India - as a Bollywood star.

Ronald Reagan 'thought aliens were planning to invade US'

May 9, 2009 at 2:02 PM

London, May 9 (ANI): Former US President Ronald Reagan believed that aliens were spying on Earth for decades and wanted to invade America, claims a new book.

Bruce Springsteen smooches wife onstage at gala tribute for Tom Hanks

April 29, 2009 at 5:11 PM

Washington, April 29 (ANI): Rumours of Bruce Springsteen romantically involved with a New Jersey woman have fallen flat after the star kissed his wife Patti Scialfa onstage at the recent Film Society of Lincoln Center Gala Tribute in honour of Tom Hanks.

New Jersey woman denies Bruce Springsteen affair

April 11, 2009 at 2:01 PM

New York, April 11 (ANI): A New Jersey woman, in the middle of a divorce, has dismissed claims of her alleged romance with Bruce Springsteen.

Springsteen having affair with my wife, says man

April 11, 2009 at 12:50 PM

New York, April 11 (IANS) A New Jersey mortgage broker has accused singer Bruce Springsteen of having an affair with his wife.

Springsteen having an affair with my wife, says man in divorce papers

April 11, 2009 at 8:14 AM

New York, April 11 (IANS) A New Jersey man has named Bruce Springsteen for having an affair with his wife in his divorce papers.

Bruce Springsteen denies cheating on wife

April 10, 2009 at 1:26 PM

Washington, April 10 (ANI): Bruce Springsteen has denied cheating on his wife Patti Scialfa with a woman whose marriage is now headed for divorce.

Bruce Springsteen named the other man in divorce petition

April 9, 2009 at 1:38 PM

Washington, April 9 (ANI): Rock and roll star Bruce Springsteen's name has surfaced as the other man in a divorce petition, filed on the ground of adultery in a New Jersey court.

Brit man vows to live for a year without telling a lie

March 20, 2009 at 4:31 PM

London, Mar 20 (ANI): While an average person tells four lies a day, a Brit man has vowed to live for a year without fibbing.

Stipe happy with others performing his band's songs

March 12, 2009 at 12:58 PM

London, March 12 (IANS) American rock band REM's lead singer Michael Stipe was excited about a charity music concert in New York because it gave him a chance to hear his own music being performed live.

Sean Combs sued over perfume bottle design

February 4, 2009 at 3:52 PM

Washington, Feb 4 (ANI): American rapper Sean Combs is being sued by an artist for copying the design of a sculpture for his fragrance bottle.

Illinois First Lady Patti Blagojevich fired from her job

January 22, 2009 at 3:58 PM

Chicago (US), Jan.22 (ANI): The Chicago Christian Industrial League has fired Patti Blagojevich from her position as development director.

Fearing another girl child, Punjab couple aborts male foetus

December 28, 2008 at 6:17 PM

Amritsar, Dec 28 (IANS) The rampant practice of female foeticide has cost a couple from a border Punjab district dearly. The foetus they illegally aborted has turned out to be a male.

Madhavan in Britain to lose weight for 'Three Idiots'

November 15, 2008 at 7:55 AM

Mumbai, Nov 15 (IANS) Tamil superstar R. Madhavan first shed six kilograms to look compatible on screen with Shruti Haasan, and now he is required to undergo a physical meltdown to fit the bill in Raj Kumar Hirani's 'Three Idiots'.

Sunset Boulevard to make West End comeback in Dec

November 13, 2008 at 1:37 PM

London, Nov 13 (ANI): The Watermill Theatre's production of Sunset Boulevard, directed by Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood, will open in London next month.

Abhishek-Aishwarya to finally start Mani's film after Diwali

October 27, 2008 at 3:15 PM

Mumbai, Oct 27 (IANS) Mani Ratnam's forthcoming film tentatively titled 'Raavan' is set to take off after Diwali when Abhishek Bachchan and wife Aishwarya Rai finally start shooting Oct 29.

Springsteen and Joel raise $7 mn for Obama

October 21, 2008 at 7:17 AM

New York, Oct 21 (DPA) With some tickets priced at $25,000, the seminal concert last week by legendary rockers Bruce Springsteen and Billy Joel was always destined to be a huge fundraiser for Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama.

Musharraf may get indemnity if resigns

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Islamabad, Aug.17 (ANI): If Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf opts to resign from office; Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani's coalition government is willing to forgive all his acts, sources privy to the latest developments told Daily Times.

Musharraf not in favour of dissolving Assemblies

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Islamabad, Aug 10 (ANI): Sources close to Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf have said that he will not use Article 58(2b) (related to dissolving the Assemblies), and will wait for the ruling coalition's charge-sheet against him before deciding his future course of action.

Hectic political days for Pak ahead of Aug 11 Impeachment Motion against Musharraf

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Islamabad, Aug 7 (ANI): Even as the PPP-PML(N) coalition government has decided to bring an Impeachment Motion against Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf on Monday (Aug 11), the first ever in the political history of Pakistan, political pundits and legal experts in Islamabad suggest that the next three days will witness hectic politics.

Hillary Clinton not interested in being nominated `President' at Democrats convention

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

New York, Aug.1 (ANI): New York's junior Senator Hillary Clinton has decided against being nominated for President at the Democrats' Denver convention, but many of her more die-hard partisans say that they may vote for her anyway.