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Double whammy for Pune mountaineers

May 17, 2013 at 4:30 PM

Pune, May 17 (IANS) A team of mountaineers from Pune conquered the world's tallest peak Mt. Everest and Mt. Lhotse, the world's fourth highest, early Friday, an official said here.

Selections for Asian junior camp

May 15, 2013 at 5:42 PM

Bangalore, May 15 (IANS) Bajaj Allianz has introduced an Asian chapter to the international football camp with seven youngsters in the 14-16 years age group to be selected from across the country for a camp that will be held in Thailand in June.

Boca Juniors to launch football school in India

May 15, 2013 at 2:46 PM

Bangalore, May 15 (IANS) Club Atlético Boca Juniors, one of the premier football clubs in the world, Wednesday launched the first ever Boca Juniors Football School India (BJFSI) here.

FC Barcelona celebrates La Liga title

May 14, 2013 at 1:50 PM

Barcelona, May 14 (IANS) FC Barcelona held a parade to celebrate with fans and citizens of Barcelona their Primera Liga title with football players on two open top buses that made a round of about eight km in the city surrounded by a large crowd.

AAI mourns Pratima Boro's death

May 4, 2013 at 3:16 PM

New Delhi, May 4 (IANS) The Archery Association of India (AAI) Saturday expressed deep shock and sorrow at the untimely death of young archer Pratima Boro. Pratima allegedly committed suicide in the National Archery Coaching Camp at Pune.

Bayern humiliate Barca, enter Champions League final

May 2, 2013 at 2:20 PM

Madrid, May 2 (IANS) There were no surprises and no miracles in FC Barcelona's Camp Nou Stadium as Bayern Munich won 3-0 to qualify 7-0 on aggregate for the final of the Champions League, where they will take on compatriots Borussia Dortmund at Wembley.

Barca coach Vilanova wants to continue

April 27, 2013 at 3:56 PM

Madrid, April 27 (IANS) FC Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova confirmed that he intended to continue as the manger of the Spanish football giant for the next season.

Barcelona defeat Levante 1-0

April 21, 2013 at 4:36 PM

Madrid, April 21 (IANS) Cesc Fabregas scored an 84th-minute goal to give FC Barcelona a narrow 1-0 win at Camp Nou Stadium here against a battling Levante.

Stonehenge 5,000 years older than previously thought

April 20, 2013 at 10:52 AM

Washington, Apr 20 (ANI): Stonehenge may have been occupied some 5,000 years earlier than previously thought, after excavation near the site found evidence of a settlement dating back to 7,500 BC.

Style of winning is more important: Xavi

April 18, 2013 at 1:32 PM

Madrid, April 18 (IANS) FC Barcelona midfielder Xavi Hernandez has made a passionate defence of his side's passing style of football as they prepare for the run-in to the end of the season.

Gerard Butler organised private screening for US marines

April 12, 2013 at 2:04 PM

Los Angeles, April 12 (IANS) Actor Gerard Butler reportedly organised a private screening of his new film "Olympus Has Fallen" for US Marines to get ther approval.

Champions League: Xavi banking on home support for semis berth

April 9, 2013 at 3:33 PM

Barcelona, April 9 (IANS) Barcelona midfielder Xavi Hernandez is optimistic about his side reaching the Champions League semifinals Wednesday night.

Champions League: Barca look to overcome injuries against PSG

April 9, 2013 at 2:13 PM

Barcelona, April 9 (IANS) Barcelona are looking for another magical night at the Camp Nou Stadium Wednesday when they try to secure a place in the Champions League by beating Paris Saint Germain.

Philippines, U.S. start joint military drill

April 5, 2013 at 12:21 PM

Manila, April 5 (Xinhua-ANI):Top officials from the United States and Philippines on Friday formally started a joint military exercise which will involve 8,000 troops from both countries and dozens of military assets, including a squadron of F/A-18 Hornet fighter jets.

Guardiola 'pepped' by Coldplay tracks in dressing room!

March 20, 2013 at 2:01 PM

London, Mar 20 (ANI): Former Barcelona manager Pep Guardiola has revealed that British rock band Coldplay has played an inspirational role in his career.

Adriano to miss Barca's Champions League clash with PSG

March 18, 2013 at 4:25 PM

Madrid, March 18 (IANS) Spanish football giant Barcelona's full-back Adriano will miss the club's Champions League quarter-final match against French side Paris Saint-Germain due to an hamstring injury.

Government is serious about the empowerment of women: C.M.

March 17, 2013 at 6:06 PM

Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit has said that the governments have encated much legislation for the empowerment,welfare, upliftment and safety and security of women in the country, hence, it is essential to have proper knowledge of the

Milan to vie for Champions League berth: Allegri

March 17, 2013 at 11:34 AM

Milan, March 17 (IANS) AC Milan head coach Massimiliano Allegri has said his side will vie with five other Serie A teams for a Champions League berth next season.

Knee operation for Barca captain Puyol

March 16, 2013 at 4:46 PM

Madrid, March 16 (IANS) Barcelona captain Carles Puyol underwent an exploratory knee operation on Friday.

Barca look to maintain feelgood factor against below-strength Rayo

March 16, 2013 at 4:46 PM

Madrid, March 16 (IANS) Will the true Barcelona stand up to be counted again Sunday in the Camp Nou Stadium when the leaders of the Primera Liga football entertain Rayo Vallecano?

Celebration time in La Liga

March 14, 2013 at 5:02 PM

Madrid, March 14 (IANS) It's time for the Spanish Primera Liga football to enjoy life as it reaches weekend 28 in the season.

Gerard Pique poses with 'lucky charm' son

March 14, 2013 at 2:14 PM

London, March 14 (ANI): Gerard Pique posted a picture of himself with wife Shakira and their tiny one-month-old baby Milan - dressed in a tiny jersey and matching socks - after his team's stunning Champions League win on Tuesday night.

Joy at Camp Nou after historic Barca fightback

March 14, 2013 at 12:06 PM

Madrid, March 14 (IANS) Barcelona midfielder Xavi Hernandez has said the current generation of footballer were due for a historic fightback.

Barca into Champions League quarters after stunning fightback

March 13, 2013 at 12:22 PM

Madrid, March 13 (IANS) Leo Messi was the architect of a magnificent display by Barcelona as they overturned their 0-2 first leg defeat to AC Milan registering a 4-0 win over the Italians in the Camp Nou stadium in a Champions League round of 16 second leg match here.

Champions League: Barcelona defeats AC Milan by 4-0, through to the quarterfinals

March 13, 2013 at 11:44 AM

Miracles do happen in Lionel Messi's Barcelona Club and one such miracle was seen when Barcelona defeated seven-times European Cup winners AC Milan on Tuesday by 4-0 and became the first team in history of competition to overturn a two-goal first-leg deficit without the benefit of an away goal.

Moment of truth for Barca as AC Milan visit Camp Nou

March 11, 2013 at 8:19 PM

Madrid, March 11 (IANS) The moment of truth arrives for FC Barcelona as they entertain AC Milan in the Camp Nou Stadium Tuesday night knowing they need to score three goals if they are to qualify for the quarterfinals of the Champions League.

Del Bosque concerned by Barca form

March 11, 2013 at 1:47 PM

Rio de Janeiro, March 11 (IANS) Spain coach Vicente del Bosque has expressed concern at the prospect of Barcelona's Champions League exit at the hands of Italian giants AC Milan.

Mitt Romney's brother considering 2014 Senate run in Michigan

March 9, 2013 at 5:14 PM

Washington, Mar. 9 (ANI): Scott Romney, brother of Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney, has expressed interest in contesting running for the Senate in Michigan in 2014.

Seven-year-old Aaryan becomes youngest to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro

March 9, 2013 at 11:07 AM

New Delhi, Mar 9 (ANI): Defying his young age, seven-year-old Aaryan Balaji has added another record to his name by becoming youngest mountaineer to climb Africa's highest peak, Mt. Kilimanjaro (5895 mtrs/ 19343 feet).

Will Barca show signs of recovery in Spain?

March 8, 2013 at 2:19 PM

Madrid, March 8 (IANS) Will the real FC Barcelona stand up and be counted and even if they do, will it make much difference?

'Disgruntled' Rooney eyes Barcelona move after rumoured Man U exit

March 8, 2013 at 1:39 PM

London, Mar 8 (ANI): Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has reportedly set his sights on a possible move to Spanish giant Barcelona if he is dumped by United boss Sir Alex Ferguson at the end of this season.

Motivation level remains high: Chhetri

March 5, 2013 at 6:43 PM

Yangon, March 5 (IANS) India football captain Sunil Chettri Tuesday said the motivation level among Indian players remains high for Wednesday's tie against Myanmar in the AFC Challenge Cup qualifier here.

Barca look to avenge Copa del Rey humiliation

March 1, 2013 at 9:55 PM

Madrid, Mar 1 (IANS) The chance for revenge or to rub salt further into the wounds comes around quickly sometimes in football, at least that is what the players for Real Madrid and FC Barcelona must be thinking at the moment.

Atletico Madrid book Copa del Rey final spot

February 28, 2013 at 1:39 PM

Madrid, Feb 28 (IANS) A storming first half show from Atletico Madrid striker Diego Costa proved vital as his side assured a spot in the Copa del Rey final after a 2-2 draw at Sevilla.

'In form' Ronaldo eyeing Man U CL scalp after his double sinks Barca at Nou Camp

February 27, 2013 at 5:15 PM

London, Feb 27 (ANI): Real Madrid's ace forward Cristiano Ronaldo has sent an alarming Champions League warning to former club Manchester United after his brace sunk rivals Barcelona in the second leg of Copa Del Ray semifinal at Nou Camp on Tuesday.

Barcelona and Madrid roll up sleeves for Copa del Rey clash

February 25, 2013 at 5:55 PM

Barcelona, Feb 25 (IANS) Barcelona take on Real Madrid in the return leg of their Copa del Rey semi-final this Tuesday night in the Camp Nou Stadium in what promises to be 90 minutes filled with tension.

More needs to be done for safety of women: Shinde

February 16, 2013 at 4:50 PM

New Delhi, Feb 16 (IANS) Calling the gruesome Dec 16 gang-rape in the national capital a "shameless act", union Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde Saturday said much more still remained to be done to provide safety to women.

Fergie says current Man U squad stronger than 1999 'treble-winners'

February 16, 2013 at 3:30 PM

London, Feb 16 (ANI): Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson believes his current squad is even stronger than his treble-winning team in 1999, adding he could have put out two teams of internationals against Real Madrid during their Champions League clash.

How to celebrate Valentine's Day Obama-style

February 14, 2013 at 12:42 PM

Washington, Feb. 14 (ANI): If you are wondering where to take your sweetheart on Valentine's Day, try one of these Washington spots where the US President Barack Obama took his wife Michelle to.

La Liga: Barcelona entertain Getafe

February 9, 2013 at 4:27 PM

Madrid, Feb 9 (IANS) FC Barcelona will look to get back to winning ways when they entertain Getafe in the Camp Nou Stadium Sunday.

British Army unveils new 'Black Hornet' drone, used in war against Taliban

February 3, 2013 at 5:34 PM

London, Feb 3 (ANI): The British Army has demonstrated a new spy drone at Camp Bastion, which is their latest weapon against the Taliban.

NRA scoffs at Obama skeet shooting photo released by White House

February 3, 2013 at 2:30 PM

Washington, Feb. 3 (ANI): The National Rifle Association (NRA) has scoffed at the photo of President Barack Obama skeet shooting at Camp David, which was released by the White house to settle a row over whether he had fired a gun before.

David Villa wants Arsenal move this summer

February 3, 2013 at 2:30 PM

London, Feb. 3 (ANI): Barcelona striker David Villa reportedly wants a 14 million pound summer move to Arsenal.

White House releases picture of Obama skeet shooting at Camp David on Flickr

February 3, 2013 at 11:02 AM

London, Feb. 3 (ANI): The White House has released a picture of President Barack Obama skeet-shooting to settle a row over whether he had fired a gun before.

Republican congresswoman challenges Obama to skeet-shooting contest!

January 30, 2013 at 12:38 PM

Washington, Jan. 30 (ANI): President Barack Obama's claim that he goes skeet shooting 'all the time' at Camp David has been met with skepticism, and a challenge from one Republican congresswoman who offered to test his skills in a competition.

Prince Harry says call for duty 'brings taste of blood in mouth'

January 29, 2013 at 3:18 PM

London, Jan. 29 (ANI): Prince Harry has invited fresh criticism over his remarks about killing the Taliban after it emerged that he had described having "the taste of blood in mouth" whenever he got a call for action.

Obama does 'skeet shooting all the time'

January 28, 2013 at 10:41 AM

Washington, Jan. 28 (ANI): President Barack Obama has revealed that he made time for shooting during retreats amid a push from the White House and progressive Democrats for tighter gun control laws.

Prince Harry 'unlikely' to fight on front line again

January 25, 2013 at 11:44 AM

London, Jan. 25 (ANI): Prince Harry might never get the chance to fight on the front line again, after military sources confirmed there are no plans for him to return to Afghanistan.

Prince Harry reflects on horrors of war as he lands back home in UK

January 24, 2013 at 11:12 AM

London, January 24 (ANI): Prince Harry, who looked happy to be in England again and joked about his long time away from loved ones and friends, has reflected on the horrors of war.

Delhi tableau to project city as cultural hub

January 22, 2013 at 6:32 PM

New Delhi, Jan 22 (IANS) The tableau for Delhi during the Jan 26 Republic Day Parade will portray the city's diverse culture owing to its inhabitants coming from different backgrounds and as the country's hub for performing and fine arts, officials said.

I let myself and my family down, says Prince Harry

January 22, 2013 at 10:33 AM

London, Jan 22 (ANI): Prince Harry has spoken for the first time about his naked antics in Las Vegas last year, as he expresses regret over the whole fiasco.

US Marine faces court martial for urinating on bodies of dead Taliban extremists

January 17, 2013 at 12:41 PM

Washington, Jan.17 (ANI): A U.S. Marine pleaded guilty in a court-martial for urinating on the bodies of dead Taliban extremists and then getting himself photographed with the corpses.

Becks visits wounded soldiers and cancer patients at hospital in England

January 17, 2013 at 10:25 AM

London, Jan. 17 (ANI): David Beckham and British actor Ray Winstone met injured troops during a private visit to Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham on Wednesday.

Villa, Valdes in spotlight as Barca prepare for Malaga test

January 12, 2013 at 4:57 PM

Madrid, Jan 12 (IANS) The spotlight will shine on various players when La Liga leaders FC Barcelona take to the pitch in Malaga's La Rosaleda Stadium Sunday evening.

Ronaldo hat-trick takes Real Madrid to quarters of Copa del Rey

January 10, 2013 at 1:05 PM

Madrid, Jan 10 (IANS) Cristiano Ronaldo overcame his latest Ballon d'Or snub by scoring a hat-trick in Real Madrid 4-0 win against Celta Vigo 4-0 in the return-leg and helped Madrid progress to the quarter-finals of the Copa del Rey football with relative ease.

Vilanova travels to US for cancer treatment

January 9, 2013 at 8:25 PM

Madrid, Jan 9 (IANS) Barcelona football coach Tito Vilanova has left for New York for a second opinion on the cancer he is suffering in his parotid gland.

Malaga, Valencia advance to last 8 of Copa del Rey

January 9, 2013 at 12:09 PM

Madrid, Jan 9 (IANS) Spanish Primera Liga football club Malaga needed four late goals to avoid becoming the second top-flight victims of third tier Eibar in the Copa del Rey knockout competition.

Milan keen to sign Guardiola

January 9, 2013 at 11:37 AM

Milan, Jan 9 (IANS) AC Milan owner Silvio Berlusconi said he is keen to bring former Barcelona manager Pep Guardiola to the San Siro though the chances are very low.

NCC cadets' Lazium display enthralls Vice President

January 7, 2013 at 4:02 PM

The Lazium display of 2004 cadets of National Cadet Corps (NCC) at the DGNCC Camp, New Delhi enthralls to Vice President of India Mohammad Hamid Ansari, who inaugurated the NCC's Republic Day Camp 2013 on Monday......................

Harry is jackal hunting lions, says Afghan warlord

January 2, 2013 at 5:03 PM

London, Jan 2 (IANS) Britain's Prince Harry, currently flying on Apache chopper missions in Afghanistan, is a "jackal" who wants to "hunt lions", an Afghan mujahideen leader has said.

Gang-rapists' neighbours want them hanged

December 29, 2012 at 6:53 PM

New Delhi, Dec 29 (IANS) Ravidas Camp, a south Delhi slum which is home to four of the six gang-rapists, was seething with anger Saturday over the 23-year-old victim's death as some residents pressed for hanging the culprits and described them as "wolves".

Chantelle Houghton gets muddy to lose post pregnancy weight

December 28, 2012 at 4:29 PM

London, Dec 28 (ANI): Alex Reids former fiance Chantelle Houghton was spotted wading through thick mud, while working out at a boot camp in Norfolk.

Prince of Wales speaks of 'constant worry' over Harry serving in Afghanistan

December 27, 2012 at 2:53 PM

London, Dec. 27 (ANI): The Prince of Wales has spoken of his 'constant worry' over Prince Harry serving in Afghanistan, as he praised the "fortitude and relentless courage" of British troops there.

Taliban bomber attacks US base in Afghanistan

December 26, 2012 at 9:49 PM

London, Dec 26 (IANS) At least three Afghan civilians and a Taliban suicide bomber were killed Wednesday when a minibus packed with explosives blew up near a US base in Afghanistan, BBC reported.

Four die in Afghanistan suicide attack

December 26, 2012 at 1:17 PM

Kabul, Dec 26 (IANS) At least four people were killed Wednesday when a suicide bomber drove a minibus packed with explosive into a NATO military base in Aghanistan's Khost province, said officials.

Barcelona tells Arsenal to forget signing 'out of favour' Villa on loan in January

December 25, 2012 at 5:01 PM

London, Dec 25(ANI): Barcelona has made it clear David Villa won't leave Nou Camp in January on loan for Arsenal, saying that the Catalan giants doesn't sell their star players.

Prince Harry turning tea boy on Xmas

December 24, 2012 at 5:09 PM

London, December 24 (ANI): Prince Harry will serve tea to his fellow troops in Afghanistan on Christmas Day.

Barcelona are world's best: Milan coach

December 21, 2012 at 11:25 AM

Milan, Dec 21 (IANS) Italian Serie A giants AC Milan head coach Massimiliano Allegri said his side had drawn "the strongest team in the world" after they were paired with Barcelona in the Champions League football knock-out stage.

Cameron says Afghanistan remains 'deeply challenged country' on eve of British troops exit

December 21, 2012 at 11:09 AM

London, Dec. 21 (ANI): British Prime Minister David Cameron has said that the country's troops have paid a 'very heavy price' fighting the Taliban, but Afghanistan remains 'a deeply challenged country'.

Barca trio of Messi, Xavi and Puyol sign new long-term contracts with club

December 19, 2012 at 12:45 PM

London, Dec 19(ANI): Barcelona trio of Lionel Messi, Xavi Hernandez and Carlos Puyol have signed new long-term contracts with the Catalan giants.

Messi to stay at Barca through 2018

December 18, 2012 at 4:37 PM

Barcelona, Dec 18 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Spanish giants Barcelona announced Tuesday that record goal-scorer Lionel Messi is to sign a contract that will keep him at the Camp Nou through 2018.

Barcelona close to La Liga title as Real Madrid slips 13 points behind

December 17, 2012 at 11:21 AM

Barcelona defeated Atletico Madrid by 4-1 at Camp Nou on Sunday taking a 13 points lead from the 3rd placed Real Madrid and 9 points lead from the 2nd placed Atletico.

Vilanova praises Atletico Madrid, defends Villa

December 16, 2012 at 12:06 PM

Madrid, Dec 16 (IANS) FC Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova has praised rivals Atletico Madrid ahead of the La Liga game between the two sides.

Xavi to extend contract with Barcelona

December 14, 2012 at 2:20 PM

Madrid, Dec 14 (IANS) Barcelona captain Xavi Hernandez confirmed he is on the point of extending his contract with the Spanish football club till June 2016.

Camp Nou awaits Messi-Falcao clash

December 14, 2012 at 12:28 PM

Madrid, Dec 14 (IANS) The big game in the Spanish Primera Liga football Sunday between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid will see the league's two best strikers Leo Messi and Radamel Falcao clash in the Camp Nou Stadium.

U.S. Marine sentenced to 4 yrs for molesting woman in Japan's Okinawa

December 14, 2012 at 11:08 AM

Tokyo, Dec 14 (ANI): A US Marine has been sentenced to four years in prison for molesting and assaulting a woman in Japan's Okinawa Prefecture in August.

Nine dead in Karachi violence

December 7, 2012 at 8:20 PM

Islamabad, Dec 7 (IANS) At least six people were killed and many others injured in separate incidents of firing in Pakistan's port city of Karachi Friday, Xinhua reported.

Messi injured as Barca draw with Benfica

December 6, 2012 at 1:40 PM

Madrid, Dec 6 (IANS) Leo Messi was carried off the pitch as Barcelona drew goalless at home to Benfica in the Champions League football.

Blast injures several people in S Waziristan

December 5, 2012 at 11:32 AM

Islamabad, Dec. 5 (ANI): An explosion has occurred in Wana area of Pakistan's South Waziristan Agency, leaving several people injured.

190 elephants die in water shortage in Zimbabwe

December 5, 2012 at 11:32 AM

Harare, Dec 5 (IANS) Zimbabwe has lost a total of 190 elephants due to water shortage this year, according to wildlife authorities.

Barca's mentality is our strength: Vilanova

December 2, 2012 at 5:39 PM

Madrid, Dec 2 (IANS) Tito Vilanova watched his FC Barcelona start to confirm the best ever start to a season by a side in Spain's La Liga and then highlighted his players' will to win.

No surprises in Copa del Rey

November 29, 2012 at 3:59 PM

Madrid, Nov 29 (IANS) The Copa del Rey knockout competition produced no shocks as all of the top flight sides qualified for the next round of the tournament.

BBC radio DJ Greg James to broadcast live from Afghanistan

November 27, 2012 at 1:10 PM

London, Nov 27 (ANI): A BBC television presenter and radio DJ Greg James will be visiting Afghanistan in December to present live show from Camp Bastion in Helmand Province.

David Haye causes a stir by hiding the camp's mirror on 'I'm A Celebrity'

November 26, 2012 at 5:03 PM

London, November 26 (ANI): David Haye, who had been selected to become the camp meddler on I'm A Celebrity ... Get Me Out of Here!', had been given the task of hiding the camp mirror which he was sure was going to get the girls in a spin.

We've always been treated well by Levante: Vilanova

November 25, 2012 at 12:53 PM

Madrid, Nov 25 (IANS) FC Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova has said he is expecting a difficult night when his side take on Levante in Valencia Sunday.

Xavi delighted with Tito Vilanova

November 24, 2012 at 1:09 PM

Madrid, Nov 24 (IANS) Barcelona football club midfielder Xavi Hernandez praised the work coach Tito Vilanova has done since replacing Pep Guardiola at the end of last season.

No point chasing Messi: Kombarov

November 20, 2012 at 4:58 PM

Moscow, Nov 20 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Lionel Messi moves so skilfully that there's no point trying to chase the Barcelona star down, Spartak Moscow wing?back Dmitry Kombarov said.

Barcelona immune to Russian winter: Fabregas

November 20, 2012 at 12:26 PM

Moscow, Nov 20 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The freezing Russian winter and a plastic pitch will not hold Barcelona back when they seek vital Champions League points against Spartak Moscow Tuesday, midfielder Cesc Fabregas said.

Daniel Craig pays surprise visit to UK troops in Afghanistan

November 19, 2012 at 12:03 PM

London, November 19 (ANI): James Bond star Daniel Craig thrilled British troops stationed in Afghanistan on Sunday by coming to visit them as they prepared to watch his latest film.

UK extremist 'behind attack on CIA base in Afghanistan', claims video by Pak Taliban

November 12, 2012 at 10:51 AM

London, Nov 12 (ANI): A British extremist was one of the masterminds behind a devastating suicide attack on a CIA base in Afghanistan, a new video released by the Pakistan Taliban has claimed.

Prince Harry nicknamed 'Elvis' by US Marines

November 9, 2012 at 4:45 PM

London, Nov 9 (ANI): Prince Harry has been named Elvis by US Marines in Afghanistan because of his infamous party antics in Las Vegas.

Putin invites Obama to visit Russia

November 8, 2012 at 1:25 AM

Moscow, Nov 8 (IANS) Russian President Vladimir Putin has invited re-elected US President Barack Obama to visit Russia in 2013, the Kremlin said.

New record for Tito, but points more important

November 4, 2012 at 5:35 PM

Madrid, Nov 4 (IANS) Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova saw his side set a record for their best ever start to a season, but he said Sunday that setting records was not the main aim.

Messi becomes proud dad after girlfriend gives birth to baby boy

November 3, 2012 at 12:39 PM

Johannesburg, Nov. 3 (ANI): Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi has become a dad after his girlfriend gave birth to a baby boy.

Messi to play despite parenthood: Barcelona coach

November 3, 2012 at 11:51 AM

Madrid, Nov 3 (IANS) Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova said that Argentine play-maker Lionel Messi will play in the Primera Liga football against Celta Vigo here Saturday night despite becoming a father Friday.

Barca aim to keep pressure on Celta

November 2, 2012 at 7:11 PM

Madrid, Nov 2 (IANS) FC Barcelona have another chance to make Real Madrid suffer for a short while at least when they entertain Celta Vigo Saturday night.

Soccer club offers final resting place for die-hard fans

November 2, 2012 at 11:11 AM

Madrid, Nov 2 (IANS/EFE) Spain's Atletico Madrid soccer club offers an eternal resting place for its ultra-loyal fans.

Soccer fans to design Messi's new cleats

October 26, 2012 at 5:58 PM

Barcelona, Oct 26 (IANS/EFE) The new cleats of Argentine soccer great and F.C. Barcelona striker Lionel Messi will be designed by fans in an online competition.

Assange to leak more 'secret US military documents'

October 26, 2012 at 11:34 AM

Sydney, Oct 26 (ANI): Whistle blowing website Wikileaks founded by Julian Assange is reportedly publishing secret American military documents again.

Messi to miss birth of his first child for playing against Celtic

October 21, 2012 at 4:22 PM

London, Oct. 21 (ANI): Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi will be missing the birth of his first child to play against Celtic.