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Youth get training to make bamboo products in Sikkim

May 24, 2013 at 2:06 PM

Gangtok, May 24 (ANI): Bamboo handicrafts are not just an integral part of Sikkim's cultural matrix, but also contribute significantly to the state's economy.

Dead Boston bomber involved in 2011 slayings: Report

May 23, 2013 at 10:30 AM

Washington, May 23 (IANS) Deceased Boston Marathon bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev participated in a 2011 gruesome triple murder outside Boston along with a Chechen killed during a confrontation with law enforcement officers,

Hollywood star Steven Seagal visits Chechnya

May 23, 2013 at 7:42 AM

Moscow, May 23 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Hollywood star Steven Seagal spent some time with Ramzan Kadyrov, the former militant fighter who now heads Chechnya, in the latest in a series of visits by Western celebrities to the volatile Russian republic.

Boston bombing probe: Man shot dead by FBI

May 23, 2013 at 2:22 AM

Washington, May 23 (IANS/RIA Novosti) An FBI agent shot and killed a 27-year-old alleged friend of slain Boston Marathon bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev in Florida, a day after questioning him as part of the investigation into the April 15 attack, media reports said.

Kochi to host INK Fellows Programme 2013

May 22, 2013 at 9:02 PM

Kochi May 22 (IANS) Applications have been invited for the INK Fellows Programme 2013 for using the physical and digital platform for sharing innovative ideas, an organiser said Wednesday. The programme will be hosted in Kochi.

Fashion students get to show off work at Madrid museum

May 22, 2013 at 11:34 AM

Madrid, May 22 (IANS/EFE) Design and fine arts students from Spain's Universidad Francisco opened a show Tuesday at Madrid's Museo del Traje that showcases their talents.

Jon Bon Jovi recalls horror over daughter's drug overdose

May 20, 2013 at 3:42 PM

London, May 20 (ANI): Jon Bon Jovi has revealed that it was the worst moment in his life as a father, when his teenage daughter Stephanie called him from the hospital after a drug overdose.

Kavita Srinivasan: No fixed rule for success in showbiz (With Image)

May 19, 2013 at 5:42 PM

Chennai, May 19 (IANS) Southern actress Kavita Srinivasan, who is making her Telugu debut with a negative role in revenge-drama "Kalicharan", feels there is no foolproof plan to be successful in showbiz.

Now, bullet-proof jockstrap to protect soldiers from groin injuries

May 12, 2013 at 2:46 PM

London, May 12 (ANI): The US army is testing a bullet-proof jockstrap, created to protect their private parts.

How to use aspirin to treat and prevent heart disease, cancers

May 12, 2013 at 9:50 AM

Washington, May 12 (ANI): A Florida Atlantic University researcher has published a review for clinicians on the optimal utilization of aspirin to treat and prevent heart attacks as well as commentary on the cholesterol lowering drugs to prevent colorectal and other cancers.

Former Nigeria football coach dies at 72

May 10, 2013 at 1:50 PM

Lagos, May 10 (IANS) Former Nigeria national football coach Joseph Ladipo passed away in the southwest city of Ibadan. He was 72.

Career after Class 12th

May 10, 2013 at 12:47 PM

Declaration of results of class 12th board has begun and students passing 12th examination usually face a state of confusion on deciding about their future education and leaves with a question: What after class 12th? Presently, wide range of undergraduate courses after 12th are available in different streams but it is advisable for the candidates to choose the best suited course for them so as to deliver the best in that field in future.

Filmmaker Michael Haneke wins Spain's Asturias prize

May 10, 2013 at 10:14 AM

Oviedo (Spain), May 10 (IANS/EFE) Austrian filmmaker Michael Haneke was announced here Thursday as the recipient of the 2013 Prince of Asturias Award for the Arts.

Career Options after 12th

May 9, 2013 at 1:20 PM

If you have just passed or about to pass your 12th board examination and getting confused of choosing right career options after 12th, its obvious so doesn't need to worry. At present, there are a large number of undergraduate courses after 12th offered by various public and private institutions in India for various streams to meet your needs. So, if you are thinking of further education in degree courses to build your career in the scholastic discipline, you have a number of options.

India shares history, culture with Bangladesh: Meira Kumar

May 3, 2013 at 9:16 PM

New Delhi, May 3 (IANS) India attaches the highest importance to its relationship with Bangladesh due to their shared history, common heritage, linguistic and cultural ties, Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar said Friday.

Artists from Sikkim come together to promote peace and local talent

May 3, 2013 at 4:28 PM

Gangtok (Sikkim), May 3 (ANI): The Organization of Musicians and Artists of Sikkim (OMAS) have recently organized a rally in Gangtok to serve as a bridge between the state government and Sikkimese talents in music, performing arts and associated creative activities.

Vidyut Jammwal, the saviour

April 29, 2013 at 8:12 PM

New Delhi, April 29 (IANS) Action hero Vidyut Jammwal, who is currently shooting in Etawah, Uttar Pradesh, for Tigmanshu Dhulia's action movie "Bullett Raja", saved the life of a stuntman while doing an action sequence.

Ex-martial arts teacher arrested in Mississippi for sending ricin-laced letters to Obama

April 28, 2013 at 5:32 PM

London, April.28 (ANI): Former martial arts instructor Everett Dutschke has been arrested in Mississippi under accusations that he had been sending letters to U.S. President Barack Obama, a senator and a judge containing ricin, a toxic element from a castor oil plant.

Vidyut Jammwal to open martial arts university in Kerala

April 26, 2013 at 5:48 PM

New Delhi, April 26 (IANS) Not many know that Bollywood actor Vidyut Jammwal started learning an Indian martial art form, Kalaripayattu, when he was just three years old. Now, the 34-year-old actor is planning to open a university in Kerala where martial arts aspirants can seek expert training.

Ronaldo likely to miss Madrid derby (Preview)

April 26, 2013 at 5:16 PM

Madrid, April 26 (IANS) Cristiano Ronaldo may miss Saturday's derby as Real Madrid travel across town to play Atletico and could also be a doubtful starter for his side's Champions League semi-final return leg Tuesday.

Odisha school principal held for molesting hostel girls

April 26, 2013 at 12:36 PM

Bhubaneswar, April 26 (IANS) The principal of a private residential English-medium school in Odisha was arrested for making lewd gestures and molesting at least four of the 11 girl students who lived in the hostel, police said Friday.

Ben Affleck to receive 'doctorate of fine arts'

April 25, 2013 at 4:28 PM

Washington, April 25 (ANI): Ben Affleck is set to be awarded an honorary doctorate from one of America's most prestigious universities.

Ben Afleck to get doctorate from Brown University

April 25, 2013 at 3:40 PM

Los Angeles, April 25 (IANS) Brown University will award Hollywood star Ben Affleck an honorary doctorate May 26.

Harvard to present Kumbh Mela study at South Asia meet

April 24, 2013 at 3:16 PM

Cambridge (Massachusetts), April 24 (IANS) A Harvard study of the Kumbh Mela pilgrimage in India will be presented at an annual symposium on South Asia hosted by the university's South Asia Institute (SAI) here April 25-26.

Nelson Mandela's inspirational quotes take over Times Square billboards

April 24, 2013 at 10:52 AM

London, Apr 24 (ANI): A video installation of speeches by Nelson Mandela's, the former South African leader, is taking over many electronic billboards in New York's Times Square.

UAE, France discuss cultural relations

April 22, 2013 at 7:48 AM

Abu Dhabi, April 22 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and France have held discussions over cultural relations and explored ways to strengthen them, particularly in arts and literature.

Prince Harry teaching Karate moves to girlfriend Cressida Bonas

April 19, 2013 at 4:04 PM

London, April 19 (ANI): Prince Harry is reportedly giving karate lessons to his new lady love, Cressida Bonas.

Kunwar Amarjeet eyeing dance film

April 19, 2013 at 2:20 PM

Mumbai, April 19 (IANS) After proving his dancing skills on the small screen, TV actor-dancer Kunwar Amarjeet Singh, currently seen in Star Plus' dance reality show "Sriman v/s Srimati", says next on his wish list is a dance-based movie.

Silva hits out at hormone therapy in UFC

April 19, 2013 at 1:56 PM

Rio de Janeiro, April 19 (IANS) Brazil's mixed martial arts middleweight champion Anderson Silva said he was against the use of hormone replacement therapy in the sport.

Steven Spielberg makes to Time Magazine's 100 most influential list

April 19, 2013 at 1:00 PM

Washington, Apr. 19 (ANI): Oscar-winning director Steven Spielberg has been named as the one of the most influential person in the world in Time Magazine's list.

Christina Aguilera named in Time Magazine's '100 Most Influential People in the World' list

April 19, 2013 at 1:00 PM

Washington, Apr. 19 (ANI): Singer Christina Aguilera has made it to the list of 100 Most Influential People list by Time Magazine this year.

Jennifer Lawrence named in Time Magazine's '100 Most Influential People in the World' list

April 19, 2013 at 1:00 PM

Washington, Apr. 19 (ANI): Oscar-winning actress Jennifer Lawrence has made it to Time Magazine's 100 most influential people in the world list.

Visual treat of Indian handicrafts and calligraphy in Cairo

April 18, 2013 at 3:48 PM

Cairo, April 18 (IANS) A unique exhibition of visual arts showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Indian scripts has been unspooled at the Hanager Arts Centre in this Egyptian capital.

Visual treat of Indian handicrafts, calligraphy in Cairo

April 18, 2013 at 3:16 PM

Cairo, April 18 (IANS) Indian handicraft and calligraphy are being showcased in the Egyptian capital through a week-long exhibition, aimed at highlighting India's great written heritage.

Paris Jackson vows to 'karate chop' MJ's 'killer' Dr Conrad Murray

April 18, 2013 at 10:52 AM

London, Apr. 18 (ANI): Michael Jackson's daughter Paris has reportedly vowed to "karate chop" Dr Conrad Murray to make him appear at the family's trial.

Schools that are scripting change (April 18 is World Heritage Day)

April 18, 2013 at 10:20 AM

New Delhi, April 18 (IANS) Education is the key to conserving a country's cultural heritage and it is manifest nowhere as in India, which has been playing with non-formal education models since early historical ages and is now touching modern schools with their regimented eduction systems.

Vocalist Chandrika Tandon releases Gandhi-inspired new album

April 17, 2013 at 1:32 PM

New York, April 17 (IANS) Grammy-nominated world musician Chandrika Krishnamurthy Tandon has released her third album, 'Soul March', inspired by Mahatma Gandhi's Salt March of 1930.

Post 'Commando', Vidyut ready for action-comedy, action-drama

April 16, 2013 at 5:56 PM

Mumbai, April 16 (IANS) After two back-to-back hits, it seems Vidyut Jamwal has been accepted as the new action hero in Bollywood. He says any genre with a scope for action would interest him.

Most don't confuse romantic comedies with reality

April 15, 2013 at 4:28 PM

Washington, April 15 (ANI): Watching romantic comedy films does not lead young adults to develop unrealistic expectations about relationships, according to a new study.

Being vegetarian helps in martial arts: Vidyut Jamwal

April 12, 2013 at 2:12 PM

Mumbai, April 12 (IANS) Actor Vidyut Jamwal, who has been seen flaunting his well-sculpted body on the big screen, turned vegetarian more than a decade ago and enjoys the perks of healthy eating habits. He says he is "more agile and faster".

New book chronicles history of SAHMAT

April 11, 2013 at 5:48 PM

New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) Art in India has been an effective tool of social change for the last two decades engaging with issues, problems and politics in the society.

India, Israel bonding over new cultural initiatives (With Image)

April 10, 2013 at 4:28 PM

New Delhi, April 10 (IANS) Israel and India are creating new cultural synergy with exchanges in theatre and the arts. After the critically-acclaimed performance of "Stampenyu" - a play by celebrated Yiddish writer Shalom Aleichem in the national capital - the Jerusalem Train Theatre has brought "The Cube Circus", a contemporary experimental theatre to India.

Chicken-killing virus identified as promising treatment for human prostate cancer

April 9, 2013 at 2:45 PM

Washington, April 9 (ANI): Researchers at the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine have discovered that a genetically engineered Newcastle disease virus, which harms chickens but not humans, kills prostate cancer cells of all kinds, including hormone-resistant cancer cells.

Magic mushroom drugs could treat severe depression

April 7, 2013 at 10:53 AM

London, Apr 7 (ANI): Drugs made from magic mushrooms could help treat people with severe depression, a new study suggests.

Russian art museum honours its cat guards

April 7, 2013 at 7:56 AM

St. Petersburg, April 7 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Reminding of a less-known side to the struggle for fine arts, Russia's most visited art museum has honoured its staff felines. The Hermitage Museum employs some 60 cats that guard its three million artworks from rats and mice.

Putin to take up literature, sports after quitting politics

April 6, 2013 at 7:16 AM

Moscow, April 6 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Literature, sports, jurisprudence and public projects will top the list of Vladimir Putin's interests when he decides to quit politics, the Russian president said.

Puppet theatre: Ancient art form redefined (Cultural Trend)

April 4, 2013 at 2:20 PM

New Delhi, April 4 (IANS) Puppet theatre as creative entertainment has become integral to contemporary performances in the last few years drawing new legions of viewers to its fold in redefining an ancient art form - believed to have originated in India - to address new cultural needs.

U.S. Seventh Fleet commander visits Southern Naval Command

April 2, 2013 at 6:36 PM

Kochi, April 2 (ANI): Vice Admiral Scott H Swift, Commander of the Seventh Fleet of the United States Navy, arrived here today on a two day visit.

Canada's GDP rises

March 29, 2013 at 1:38 PM

Vancouver, March 29 (IANS) Canada's real gross domestic product rose 0.2 percent in January after a 0.2-percent decrease in December, Statistics Canada said.

Russia to return rare books to Austria

March 28, 2013 at 8:42 AM

Moscow, March 28 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The upper chamber of the Russian parliament has ratified an inter-governmental agreement with Austria to return a collection of rare books that was brought to the Soviet Union by the Red Army in 1945.

UAE's Fujairah becomes twin of S.Korea's Tongyeong

March 25, 2013 at 2:26 AM

Abu Dhabi, March 25 (IANS/WAM) The emirate of Fujairah in the UAE and South Korea's Tongyeong city have signed an agreement to become twin cities.

Jon Bon Jovi opens up about daughter's heroin overdose

March 24, 2013 at 4:50 PM

New York, Mar. 24 (ANI): Jon Bon Jovi termed the call that informed him about his daughter Stephanie Bongiovi's heroin overdose the "worst phone call ever."

Gillard remains Labor party leader

March 21, 2013 at 3:21 PM

Canberra, March 21 (IANS) Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard retained the leadership of the Labor party Thursday after former prime minister Kevin Rudd declared he won't stand in the Labor leadership ballot in the Australian Labor Party (ALP) caucus.

Julia Gillard remains as Australian Labor Party leader

March 21, 2013 at 1:54 PM

Canberra, March 21 (Xinhua-ANI): Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has retained the leadership of the Labor party on Thursday after former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has declared he won't stand in the Labor leadership ballot in the Australian Labor Party (ALP) caucus.

Creative arts in education boost learning: Experts

March 19, 2013 at 8:50 PM

New Delhi, March 19 (IANS) Adding creative arts in different aspects of education and routine curriculum would help students grasp their lessons better, experts said here Tuesday.

Mukherjee to inaugurate international conference on "The Future of Universities in India" on Mar. 21

March 19, 2013 at 6:26 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 19 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee will inaugurate a three-day international conference on "The Future of Universities in India: Comparative Perspectives on Higher Education Reforms for a Knowledge Society", at the O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) in Sonipat on Thursday.

'Commando' no-injury movie: Vidyut Jamwal

March 15, 2013 at 3:42 PM

Mumbai, March 15 (IANS) Although forthcoming film "Commando" is a high voltage action drama, its lead actor Vidyut Jamwal says no one was injured while shooting the actioner.

Bihar to train one million schoolgirls in martial arts

March 15, 2013 at 3:34 PM

Patna, March 15 (IANS) The Bihar government has decided to train one million schoolgirls in karate so that they can use the martial art to protect themselves from sexual harassment, an official said Friday.

ESPN STAR Sports signs 5-year deal with SFL

March 14, 2013 at 2:30 PM

New Delhi, March 14 (IANS) ESPN STAR Sports Thursday announced a five year broadcast deal with Super Fight League (SFL), a mixed martial arts (MMA) show.

Putin teams up with Steven Seagal to promote Stalin-era physical fitness classes in Moscow

March 14, 2013 at 1:26 PM

London, Mar. 14 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin has called for nationwide Stalin-era physical fitness classes at an event aimed at promoting healthy lifestyle among young people with Hollywood star Steven Seagal in Moscow.

Steven Spielberg chats up Amitabh Bachchan during India trip

March 13, 2013 at 4:46 PM

New Delhi, March 13 (ANI): Steven Spielberg was seen striking up a conversation with Amitabh Bachchan at a recent event held in Mumbai, and answered questions regarding his early life and film career.

Adnan Sami to get Canadian honour (With Image)

March 13, 2013 at 4:38 PM

New Delhi, March 13 (IANS) Singer-composer Adnan Sami will be honoured with an Award of Recognition in Canada for his contribution in the field of arts, culture and music. He feels "blessed".

Cardinals meet ahead of papal conclave

March 12, 2013 at 12:03 PM

Vatican City, March 12 (IANS/EFE) Cardinals met Monday for the last time to prepare the conclave at which they will elect the successor of Pope Benedict XVI.

Google unveils 'talking shoe'

March 11, 2013 at 2:11 PM

Washington, Mar 11 (ANI): Developing Google Glass was not enough for the Internet firm, the tech giant has now unveiled a pair of talking shoes.

Stonehenge was a graveyard, say experts

March 10, 2013 at 5:55 PM

London, March 10 (IANS) British archaeological landmark Stonehenge started its life as a fancy cemetery for a community, according to a new explanation by archaeologists.

Stonehenge evolved from graveyard to rave party venue

March 10, 2013 at 10:35 AM

Washington, March 10 (ANI): A new theory proposed by British researchers suggests Stonehenge may have started as a giant burial ground for elite families around 3,000 B.C.

Tiger Shroff makes father Jackie proud

March 9, 2013 at 3:15 PM

Mumbai, March 9 (IANS) A recent photo-shoot with Kriti Sanon saw Jackie and Ayesha Shroff's son Tiger take to the camera like a fish to water. But unlike his father, he was quite reserved shooting with girls.

Oncology specialist gets Avvaiyar award

March 8, 2013 at 5:31 PM

Chennai, March 8 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa Friday gave the Avvaiyar award for 2013 to V. Shanta, chairperson of the Cancer Institute (WIA-Women's Indian Association) here for her services to the welfare of cancer patients.

Women carving out bigger, bolder role in arts (Social Trend) ((March 8 is International Women's Da

March 5, 2013 at 3:07 PM

New Delhi, March 5 (IANS) The rules are changing for women when it comes to the complexities, profundities and experimentation with life and art.

Jamaican PM backs sports-culture marriage to boost economy

March 5, 2013 at 1:55 PM

Kingston (Jamaica), March 5 (IANS/CMC) Prime Minister Portia Simpson Miller says the Jamaican government is backing a marriage between sports and the creative and cultural industries as a major driving force for the country's economic development.

21st century museum: New experimental labs for cultural connections (Trend Feature)

March 4, 2013 at 12:19 PM

New Delhi, March 4 (IANS) The museum of the future is one of connections.

Kai Rooney shows off martial arts skills dressed as Woody

March 3, 2013 at 12:03 PM

London, March 03 (ANI): Wayne Rooney's son Kai Rooney was spotted showing off his martial arts skills while dressed in Toy Story's character, Woody.

Jackie caught on camera driving car with military plates

March 2, 2013 at 12:03 PM

Beijing, Mar 2 (IANS/EFE) Photographs showing actor Jackie Chan using a car with military plates - which carry exemptions from tolls and other fees - have spurred controversy in China, the South China Morning Post said Friday.

Market ready for online talent academies: Ashley Lobo (Interview, With Image)

March 2, 2013 at 11:55 AM

New Delhi, Mar 2 (IANS) Reality TV shows are here to stay as are the many dance and music schools mushrooming across towns and cities, but online could be the next growth area. Ask choreographer Ashley Lobo, who believes the online medium is a cheap and effective way to reach talent in a country as vast and varied as India.

Abhishek Bachchan inaugurates 'Wassup Andheri' festival in Mumbai

March 1, 2013 at 3:23 PM

New Delhi, March 01 (ANI): Bollywood Actor Abhishek Bachchan inaugurated the Wassup Andheri Festival in Mumbai recently.

Kerr not ready for another baby

February 28, 2013 at 2:19 PM

Los Angeles, Feb 28 (IANS) Australian model Miranda Kerr, who has a two-year-old son with husband Orlando Bloom, isn't ready for more children.

Ashley Lobo to judge 'India's Dancing Superstar'

February 27, 2013 at 11:23 PM

New Delhi, Feb 27 (IANS) Choreographer Ashley Lobo is set to make his small screen debut as the judge of a new dance reality show "India's Dance Superstar".

Scherzinger honoured by Harvard University

February 26, 2013 at 4:19 AM

Los Angeles, Feb 26 (IANS) Pop singer Nicole Scherzinger has been honoured with artist of the year prize by Harvard University.

Delhi Police special women's helpline - 2,000 calls in 45 days

February 24, 2013 at 12:12 PM

New Delhi, Feb 24 (IANS) "Sir, some men are following me", "My husband thrashed me again, please save me" - these are some of the 2,000 calls that Delhi Police Special Commissioner Sudhir Yadav has dealt with since a special helpline was activated in the wake of the Dec 16, 2012, gangrape of a 23-yar-old physiotherapist.

Disabled at greater risk of being victims of violence

February 22, 2013 at 12:34 PM

London, Feb 22 (IANS) Physically and mentally challenged people are more prone to being victims of violence, says a British study.

Soha Ali Khan excited about 'Joe B Carvalho'

February 21, 2013 at 6:50 PM

Mumbai, Feb 21 (IANS) Actress Soha Ali Khan, who dons the garb of a cop in "Joe B Carvalho", is excited about the new film as it gave her a chance to explore different aspects of her personality.

First online sale of 125 Andy Warhol paintings

February 20, 2013 at 10:33 PM

New Delhi, Feb 20 (IANS) Collectors from all over the world, including India, can bid online for 125 paintings by American pop art icon Andy Warhol in the first online sale by auction house Christie's, it said in a statement.

Rare contemporary art from Myanmar showcased in India

February 20, 2013 at 8:41 AM

New Delhi, Feb 20 (IANS) The colours of Myanmar are vivid, realistic and a little abstract on its contemporary canvas and, for the first time, collectively on display in India.

Akshay urges corporates to support budding sports talent

February 18, 2013 at 2:32 PM

Mumbai, Feb 18 (IANS) Akshay Kumar has urged people in the corporate world to support poor families having children with special talent in a sport and to those who want to nurture it.

Carl Hooper says 'if Cronje succumbed to match-fixing temptation, anyone could'

February 17, 2013 at 4:49 PM

Sydney, Feb 17 (ANI): Former West Indies skipper Carl Hooper has said that if fallen comrade Hansie Cronje's match-fixing demise proves then anyone can succumb to the temptation.

Vasant Panchami: Worshiping Goddess of Knowledge and Culture

February 15, 2013 at 1:07 PM

The people in different parts of India are celebrating the festival of Vasant Panchami today. The beautiful season of spring has already begun and nature is at its elegant best and it is time to worship Goddess Saraswati with traditional fervor.

Men with wider, shorter faces likelier to make racist remarks

February 14, 2013 at 11:53 AM

Washington, February 14 (ANI): The structure of a man's face may indicate his tendency to express racially prejudiced beliefs, according to a new research.

Congress promises one lakh jobs in Meghalaya

February 11, 2013 at 7:07 PM

Shillong, Feb 11 (IANS) The ruling Congress in Meghalaya in its manifesto released ahead of the Feb 23 assembly polls has promised that it would create one lakh new job opportunities in the non-government sector.

Bush's self-portraits perplexes art world

February 9, 2013 at 3:31 PM

New York, Feb 9 (ANI): George W. Bush's self-portraits published by The Smoking Gun on Thursday night were met with confusion rather than cheers.

Politics in Indian art theme of show in Chicago

February 8, 2013 at 6:19 PM

New Delhi, Feb 8 (IANS) When voices against freedom of expression in arts are getting shriller, "The Sahmat Collection: Art and Activism in India since 1989" will explore the connection between Indian art and politics, in Chicago.

Fruits and veggies may help protect kidneys from acid build-up

February 8, 2013 at 1:55 PM

Washington, February 8 (ANI): Adding fruits and vegetables to the diet may help protect the kidneys of patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) with too much acid build-up, according to a study.

Glitz, glamour back with 63rd Berlin film fest

February 7, 2013 at 12:27 PM

Berlin, Feb 7 (IANS/DAPD) The Berlin international film festival, commonly known as "Berlinale", is rolling out its red carpet for the 63rd time.

Chavan to give away Aditya Vikram Birla awards

February 5, 2013 at 10:59 PM

Mumbai, Feb 5 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan will Saturday give away the prestigious Aditya Vikram Birla Kalashikhar and Kalakiran Puraskars 2012 for excellence in theatre and performing arts, an official statement said.

Johar starts 'Bombay Talkies' shooting (Movie Snippets)

February 4, 2013 at 5:34 PM

Mumbai, Feb 4 (IANS) Filmmaker Karan Johar has started shooting for his segment in "Bombay Talkies", a bouquet of four stories directed by four different directors.

Surajkund fair is the stage to showcase India's treasured diversity: Pranab Mukherjee

February 2, 2013 at 5:45 PM

The President of India Pranab Mukherjee who officially inaugurated the 27th Surajkund International craft fair at Surajkund, Faridabad, Saturday said that International cultural fairs like Surajkund is the platform to show India's treasured diversity..........................

Other states should imitate Surajkund fair: President

February 2, 2013 at 5:02 PM

New Delhi, Feb 2 (IANS) President Pranab Mukherjee, inaugurating the annual Surajkund Crafts Mela Saturday, hoped the success of the fair would spur other states to organise similar ones.

Handicrafts sector source of empowerment for women, youth and disabled: Mukherjee

February 2, 2013 at 4:22 PM

Surajkund, Feb 2 (ANI): The President of India, Pranab Mukherjee inaugurated the 27th Surajkund International Crafts Mela at Surajkund today.

Sanskrit opening to Taj Literature Festival

February 2, 2013 at 12:30 PM

Agra, Feb 2 (IANS) As the three-day literary festival began in the city of the Taj for the first time, writers, filmmakers, poets and critics were surprised that the event opened with a lecture in Sanskrit, instead of English, as anticipated.

One more held for Gurgaon cricketer's killing

January 30, 2013 at 8:22 PM

Gurgaon, Jan 30 (IANS) A third-year undergraduate student was arrested here Wednesday for killing a teenaged boy after a brawl during a cricket match the day before, police said. Another accused was sent to two days' police custody by a court.