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

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

UAE, Mozambique sign air transport accord

May 18, 2013 at 6:38 AM

Dubai, May 18 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Mozambique have signed a bilateral accord covering air transport.

UAE, Bahrain discuss cooperation in education

May 13, 2013 at 5:58 AM

Manama, May 13 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain have held discussions to boost cooperation in educational sector and boost existing relations between the two nations.

UAE, Hungary discuss bilateral cooperation

May 8, 2013 at 6:40 AM

Abu Dhabi, May 8 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Hungary have held discussions over bilateral cooperation.

AMU announces centre in Tipu Sultan's name

May 4, 2013 at 5:16 PM

Aligarh, May 4 (IANS) The Aligarh Muslim University Saturday announced a centre for strategic studies named after the great Mysore ruler Tipu Sultan, who fought against the British forces in the 18th century.

Avinesh Rekhi in no hurry to enter films

May 3, 2013 at 5:40 PM

Mumbai, May 3 (IANS) TV actor Avinesh Rekhi is in no hurry to venture into films, but adds that if he will get an opportunity, he would like to do a comic role.

UAE, Japan discuss economic cooperation

April 28, 2013 at 6:28 AM

Abu Dhabi, April 28 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Japan have held discussions over ways to boost cooperation and bilateral relations, especially in the trade, economy and investment sectors.

British embassy in Dubai celebrates queen's birthday

April 26, 2013 at 2:20 AM

Dubai, April 26 (IANS/WAM) The British embassy in Dubai celebrated the birthday of Queen Elizabeth II. The event was attended by UAE Minister of Economy Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri and British Foreign Secretary William Hague.

Barjeel Geojit to enter real estate brokerage sector

April 23, 2013 at 12:52 PM

Kochi, April 23 (IANS) Barjeel Geojit Securities (BGS), a joint venture between UAE-based Sheikh Sultan bin Saud Al Qassemi and India-based Geojit BNP Paribas Financial Services Limited, is all set to launch a real estate brokerage firm, an official said.

9th UAE-German meet concludes

April 22, 2013 at 8:28 AM

Berlin, April 22 (IANS/WAM) The 9th meeting of the UAE-German joint economic commission, held under the chairmanship of UAE's Economy Minister Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri and German Minister for Economics and Technology Philipp Roesler, has concluded here.

9th UAE-German meet begins in Berlin

April 21, 2013 at 7:40 AM

Berlin, April 21 (IANS/WAM) The 9th meeting of the UAE-German joint economic commission has begun here.

Dubai to host science fair

April 20, 2013 at 11:08 AM

Dubai, April 20 (IANS/WAM) The UAE's top science students will display their latest innovations, while getting an opportunity to meet potential employers at the Emirates Foundation for Youth Development "Think Science" Fair here this Sunday.

UAE, Barcelona hold talks

April 20, 2013 at 10:36 AM

Barcelona, April 20 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Barcelona have discussed trade and investment relations between them.

UAE, Sweden discuss joint cooperation

April 18, 2013 at 8:04 AM

Stockholm, April 18 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Sweden have held talks over joint cooperation and strengthening of trade and economic ties.

US drone strikes in S Waziristan result of secret deal with Pak army for access to airspace

April 7, 2013 at 11:08 AM

New York, Apr. 7 (ANI): The CIA had carried out the first drone strike in South Waziristan in June 2004, which killed a Pakistani ally of the Taliban, and several others, as part of a secret deal with Pakistan, it has been revealed.

Akram requests BCCI to allow Pak players to play in IPL

April 7, 2013 at 9:32 AM

Islamabad, Apr 7 (ANI): Former Pakistan captain and pace legend Wasim Akram has requested the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to allow the Pakistani players to take part in the lucrative Indian Premier League (IPL).

Vivian, Drashti amazing co-actors: Avinesh Rekhi

April 6, 2013 at 6:36 PM

Mumbai, April 6 (IANS) TV actor Avinesh Rekhi, who is currently seen as gangster Sultan on TV show "Madhubala - Ek Ishq Ek Junoon" finds "amazing co-actors" in Vivian D'Sena and Drashti Dhami.

Akram stresses need for Pak bowlers to master swing for international success

April 6, 2013 at 11:56 AM

Islamabad, Apr 6 (ANI): Former Pakistan Test captain Wasim Akram has said that it is necessary for Pakistani bowlers to master the art of swing bowling for winning in international games.

'Sultan of swing' Akram calls for politics to be 'separated' from sports following IPL stand-off

April 6, 2013 at 11:32 AM

Islamabad, Apr 6 (ANI): Former Pakistan Test captain Wasim Akram has said that politics must be kept separate from sports following India stalling all bilateral ties after the November 2008 attacks on Mumbai, which were blamed on Pakistani-based militants.

Manmohan Singh to visit UAE in August

April 4, 2013 at 5:33 PM

New Delhi, April 4 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will pay a "stand alone visit" to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in early August, the first by an Indian prime minister to the Gulf nation in over three decades.

Lee prepared to fill Akram's shoes as KKR bowling mentor

March 29, 2013 at 10:10 PM

Kolkata, March 29 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) pace spearhead Brett Lee, who also has been made the bowling mentor replacing Pakistan legend Wasim Akram, Friday said he was prepared for the new challenge.

UAE centre to translate varsity works into Arabic

March 27, 2013 at 2:18 AM

Abu Dhabi, March 27 (IANS/WAM) The UAE has launched a centre to translate academic programmes of world-renowned universities into Arabic for the interest of Arab students and teachers.

UAE, Japan discuss economic relations

March 21, 2013 at 7:29 AM

Dubai, March 21 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Japan have held talks on enhancing bilateral economic relations.

We would break all ties with Sri Lanka: Ameer Sultan

March 20, 2013 at 12:42 PM

Chennai, March 20 (IANS) Spearheading the Tamil film industry in support of the protest against alleged atrocities on Sri Lankan Tamils, filmmaker Ameer Sultan says they won't back down and if needed, will break all ties with Sri Lanka if no favourable solution is reached.

Tamil film industry to observe a day's fast

March 17, 2013 at 5:02 PM

Chennai, March 17 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Film Director's Association (TNFDA) has Sunday announced that the Tamil film industry will observe a day's hunger strike March 19 here against reported genocide in Sri Lanka.

Siddharth turns villain for 'Madhubala...'

March 13, 2013 at 5:58 PM

Mumbai, March 13 (IANS) Actor Siddharth Vasudev has made an entry in a negative role in the ongoing daily soap "Madhubala - Ek Ishq Ek Junoon" and hopes to attract the audience's hate.

Obama asks Sultan of Brunei to 'do some shopping to strengthen U.S. economy'

March 13, 2013 at 1:50 PM

Washington, Mar. 13 (ANI): President Barack Obama joked about the Sultan of Brunei's great wealth as the Asian leader visited the White House on Tuesday.

Malaysia rejects offer of unilateral ceasefire by self-styled leader of militant group

March 8, 2013 at 4:27 PM

Kuala Lumpur, Mar. 8 (ANI): Malaysia has rejected an offer of a unilateral ceasefire offer by the self-styled Sulu Sultan Jamalul Kiram III.

Ex-ruler of Bhopal lauded for promoting education

March 5, 2013 at 11:15 PM

Aligarh, March 5 (IANS) Uttarakhand Governor Aziz Qureshi Tuesday highlighted the contribution of former ruler Begum Sultan Jahan and said Bhopal in its 240 years' history is the only state that was ruled by women four times.

Rockstar Sting to open rare art auction in Jodhpur palace

March 5, 2013 at 6:11 PM

New Delhi/Jodhpur, March 5 (IANS) A showcase of rare high-end antiquities will combine with the opulence of the historic Umaid Bhavan Palace in Jodhpur, the home of the erstwhile ruler of Jodhpur, to bring to India one of the first luxury palace auctions of art and antiquities March 7-9 for the niche buyers' segment, a Bangalore-based fine art auctioneer said.

External affairs ministry gets 16 percent hike in budget

February 28, 2013 at 6:03 PM

New Delhi, Feb 28 (IANS) Finance Minister P. Chidambaram Thursday proposed a hike of over 16 percent in the external affairs ministry budget in 2013-14 at Rs.11,719 crore ($2.154 bn), with aid to neighbouring countries getting special focus.

UAE, Northern Ireland discuss cooperation

February 27, 2013 at 10:19 PM

Abu Dhabi, Feb 27 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Northern Ireland have held talks over prospects of joint cooperation in small and medium scale enterprises, civil aviation, air transport and expertise sharing in research and innovation.

Ministry warns Hockey India, clears Azlan Shah trip

February 26, 2013 at 6:27 PM

New Delhi, Feb 26 (IANS) The sports ministry Tuesday overruled the Sports Authority of India's decision not to clear the Indian men hockey team's trip to the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup with a stern warning to Hockey India (HI) not to overshoot its budget in future.

Sports ministry clears Azlan Shah trip; warns HI on budget

February 26, 2013 at 6:03 PM

New Delhi, Feb 26 (IANS) The sports ministry Tuesday overruled the Sports Authority of India's decision not to clear Indian men hockey team's trip to the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup with a stern warning to Hockey India (HI) not to overshoot its budget in future.

SAI forces India to withdraw from Azlan Shah Cup

February 26, 2013 at 4:35 PM

New Delhi, Feb 26 (IANS) Hockey India (HI) was forced to withdraw the men's team from the 22nd Sultan Azlan Shah Cup Hockey Tournament after the Sports Authority of India (SAI) refused to pay for the air travel for the tournament to be held in Ipoh, Malaysia March 9-17.

Abu Dhabi builds cyclone shelter in Queensland

February 23, 2013 at 2:18 AM

Abu Dhabi, Feb 23 (IANS/WAM) A cyclone shelter funded by Abu Dhabi has opened in Australia's Queensland state.

18,000 take part in Terry Fox Run in Abu Dhabi

February 23, 2013 at 2:18 AM

Abu Dhabi, Feb 23 (IANS/WAM) Around 18,000 people took part in the annual Terry Fox Run in Abu Dhabi. The event raised over 300,000 dirhams ($82,000) for cancer research.

UAE group funds wedding of 100 couples in Bahrain

February 22, 2013 at 4:18 AM

Abu Dhabi, Feb 22 (IANS/WAM) The Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation from the UAE has provided financial support for the wedding of 100 couples in Bahrain.

Sharjah ruler issues new laws on water, hygiene

February 13, 2013 at 2:17 AM

Sharjah, Feb 13 (IANS/WAM) Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, the ruler of Sharjah in the UAE, has issued new laws on preserving water and maintaining hygiene in the emirate.

Mixed reaction to Vinod Rai's comment on CAG's role

February 8, 2013 at 12:35 PM

New Delhi/ Cambridge (Massachusetts, US), Feb.8 (ANI): A cross section of political leaders and a former CAG official on Friday gave a mixed reaction to Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) Vinod Rai's demanding comment that the role of the CAG cannot be confined to just submitting financial propriety reports to Parliament.

UAE team meets Polish PM

February 6, 2013 at 10:27 PM

Warsaw, Feb 6 (IANS/WAM) A UAE delegation led by Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori, minister of economy, held a meeting with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk in Warsaw Wednesday for the first Joint Commission on Economic Cooperation between the UAE and Poland.

Rushdie episode against Indian tradition of argument: Amartya Sen

February 3, 2013 at 9:50 PM

Kolkata, Feb 3 (IANS) Noted economist Amartya Sen Sunday criticised Muslim groups for the hue and cry over writer Salman Rushdie's plan to visit the city, saying it amounted to distracting attention from the community's real issues and was against Indian tradition of constructive argument.

Tavleen Singh attacks Mamata over Rushdie episode

February 3, 2013 at 7:26 PM

Kolkata, Feb 3 (IANS) Writer-columnist Tavleen Singh Sunday lashed out at West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, calling it a "shame" that Booker Prize winning author Salman Rushdie was forced to cancel his trip to Kolkata Jan 30.

Rushdie episode against Indian tradition of argument: Amartya Sen

February 3, 2013 at 5:34 PM

Kolkata, Feb 3 (IANS) Noted economist Amartya Sen Sunday criticised Muslim groups for raising hue and cry over writer Salman Rushdie's plan to visit this city, saying it amounted to distracting attention from real issues of the community.

Trinamool MP calls Rushdie 'satan'

February 1, 2013 at 6:22 PM

Kolkata, Feb 1 (IANS) Trinamool Congress MP Sultan Ahmed Friday called Salman Rushdie a "satan" and said West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee had done the right thing if she indeed blocked the writer's visit to Kolkata.

UAE officials hold talks with world leaders

January 30, 2013 at 9:42 PM

Abu Dhabi, Jan 30 (IANS/WAM) Top officials of the UAE met their counterparts as well as envoys of foreign countries and held talks on boosting bilateral relations.

UAE, Australia discuss relations

January 26, 2013 at 11:44 PM

Sydney, Jan 26 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Australia discussed bilateral relations at a meeting of a UAE diplomat and Prime Minister Julia Gillard.

Lawyer of Brit woman arrested for having drunken sex in Dubai taxi says driver fabricating story

January 23, 2013 at 1:52 PM

Dubai, Jan. 23 (ANI): The lawyer of a British woman, who was sentenced to jail for having drunken sex in a taxi in Dubai, has accused the driver of fabricating the story.

Sharjah ruler's wife visits UNHCR in Geneva

January 20, 2013 at 8:56 PM

Sharjah, Jan 20 (IANS/WAM) Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of Sharjah's ruler Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, visited the headquarters of the UN High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) in Geneva, Switzerland.

UAE leaders hold talks with foreign envoys

January 13, 2013 at 8:10 PM

Abu Dhabi, Jan 13 (IANS/WAM) Top officials of the UAE met the envoys of Spain, Malaysia, Canada and Bahrain and held talks on cooperation between their countries.

UAE, Bahrain discuss cooperation

January 10, 2013 at 10:57 PM

Manama, Jan 10 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain have held talks to boost cooperation between them.

Akbar first MIM leader to be jailed on serious charges

January 9, 2013 at 2:57 PM

Hyderabad, Jan 9 (IANS) Controversies are not new to leaders of the Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (MIM). But Akbaruddin Owaisi is the first leader in its post-independence history to face serious charges like sedition and waging war against the nation.

Non-Muslims can't use 'Allah', says Sultan of Malaysia's Selangor

January 9, 2013 at 11:45 AM

Kuala Lumpur, Jan 9 (ANI): The Sultan of the Malaysian state of Selangor has barred non-Muslims in the state from using "Allah", saying it is a sacred word exclusive to Muslims.

Sharjah ruler orders flights to Bahrain for UAE fans

January 7, 2013 at 11:19 PM

Sharjah, Jan 7 (IANS/WAM) Sharjah's ruler Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi has ordered two special flights to Bahrain Tuesday to allow fans of the UAE national football team to travel and support the team playing in the 21st Gulf Cup Championship.

UNESCO, Abu Dhabi explore closer ties

December 26, 2012 at 5:41 AM

Abu Dhabi, Dec 26 (IANS/WAM) UNESCO and Abu Dhabi, one of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), have held discussions over ensuring closer ties between them.

Brunei sultan pilots his B-747 for second time to Delhi

December 21, 2012 at 7:49 PM

New Delhi, Dec 21 (IANS) One of the wealthiest men on earth, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei Darussulam, loves flying so much that he captained his huge Boeing 747 aircraft to New Delhi, as he did on his previous visit to India in 2008.

India-ASEAN Summit begins with the hope of signing upgraded FTA

December 21, 2012 at 7:41 PM

New Delhi, Dec.21 (ANI): A summit between India and ASEAN began in New Delhi with the hope of signing an upgraded free trade agreement.

Dubai telecom firm Du bags $100-mn loan

December 17, 2012 at 6:46 AM

Dubai, Dec 17 (IANS) Dubai telecom operator Du has secured a $100-million loan from the Singapore-based DBS bank in order to upgrade its network performance.

Foreign tourists in Malaysia fearful over 'non-Muslims being nabbed for 'khalwat'

December 10, 2012 at 2:56 PM

Kuala Lumpur, Dec 10 (ANI): Foreign tourists in Malaysia have expressed concerns over the recent action taken against non-Muslims for alleged indecent behaviour in the state of Kelantan.

UAE, EU discuss economic cooperation

December 9, 2012 at 6:12 AM

Dubai, Dec 9 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and European Union (EU) have discussed prospects of promoting bilateral economic cooperation.

Kashmir tourism department restore Buddhist sites to promote pilgrimage tourism

December 2, 2012 at 4:59 PM

Baramulla (Jammu and Kashmir), Dec. 2 (ANI): In a bid to attract more Buddhist pilgrims, the tourism department in Jammu and Kashmir has decided set to restore Buddhist sites in the state.

Three Indians amongst Hockey League marquee players

November 29, 2012 at 2:31 PM

New Delhi, Nov 29 (IANS) Current India captain Sardar Singh, Australian Jamie Dwyer and the world's most capped player, Teun de Nooijer of the Netherlands, are amongst the six marquee players for the Hockey India League (HIL) auction Dec 16.

UAE economy is strong, says central bank governor

November 28, 2012 at 10:08 AM

Abu Dhabi, Nov 28 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates's (UAE) economy is strong and registering the highest growth rates in all the economic and social sectors, according to UAE Central Bank governor Sultan bin Nasser Al Suwaidi.

UAE opens building at British military academy

November 23, 2012 at 5:14 AM

London, Nov 23 (IANS/WAM) The UAE has opened a new building in the memory of its founding father, late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS).

Hockey India awards Tirkey Rs.1 Lakh

November 21, 2012 at 2:58 PM

New Delhi, Nov 21 (IANS) Hockey India (HI) felicitated the Indian junior men's team here that won the silver medal at the second Sultan of Johar Cup in Malaysia earlier this week.

Best yet to come in India?Asean ties: PM

November 20, 2012 at 12:58 PM

Phnom Penh (Cambodia), Nov 20 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Tuesday said that "the best is yet to come" in India's relations with the 10?member Asean.

Manmohan Singh meets Brunei ruler in Phnom Penh

November 20, 2012 at 12:42 PM

Phnom Penh, Nov. 20 (ANI): The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, met

PM holds bilateral talks with Japanese, Brunei leaders

November 20, 2012 at 12:42 PM

Phnom Penh, Nov 20 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Tuesday held bilateral talks with Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda and Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei.

Johar Cup hockey: India draw with Malaysia

November 17, 2012 at 8:10 PM

New Delhi, Nov 17 (IANS) India played a 3?3 draw against hosts Malaysia in their last league match of the Sultan of Johar Cup hockey at the Taman Daya Stadium in Johor Baru, Malaysia.

India enter final Sultan of Johar Cup

November 15, 2012 at 6:58 PM

Johor Bahru (Malaysia), Nov 15 (IANS) Indian hockey's junior men's team entered the final of second Sultan of Johar Cup here as they hammered New Zealand 3?1 in their fourth league match played at the Taman Daya Hockey Stadium Thursday.

India beat Germany 3-1 in Johar Cup hockey

November 12, 2012 at 8:19 PM

New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) India beat Germany 3-1 in their second league game of the U-21 Sultan of Johar Cup hockey in Johar Baru in Malaysia Sunday.

Johar Cup: India beat Australia 2-0

November 11, 2012 at 7:23 PM

New Delhi, Nov 11 (IANS) India registered their first win against Australia 2-0 in their opening game of the U-21 second Sultan of Johar Cup hockey tournament at Johar Baru, in Malaysia, Sunday

Medical expertise should aid needy: UAE envoy

November 7, 2012 at 5:32 PM

New Delhi, Nov 7 (IANS) United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ambassador Mohamed Sultan Abdalla Al Owais Wednesday said that the medical expertise of India and the UAE should benefit the needy.

UAE, Belarus discuss trade ties

November 6, 2012 at 9:28 AM

Dubai, Nov 5 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirate (UAE) and Belarus have discussed ways to boost trade relations.

UAE celebrates Eid al-Adha

October 27, 2012 at 1:35 PM

Abu Dhabi, Oct 26 (IANS/WAM) On the occasion of Eid al-Adha, the supreme council members and rulers of various emirates offered prayers Friday at various mosques and prayer grounds across the UAE.

At my age who will offer me central roles: Rehana Sultan

October 23, 2012 at 4:07 PM

Mumbai, Oct 23 (IANS) "Dastak" fame actress Rehana Sultan, who is making a comeback after 28 years with Sudhir Mishra's "Inkaar", is happy with the small role and says she is open to more such offers.

India seeks greater energy ties with Brunei

October 20, 2012 at 5:50 PM

New Delhi, Oct 20 (IANS) India Saturday sought greater energy cooperation, including the sale of LNG, with Brunei, the oil-rich southeast Asian state.

UAE, Bahrain discuss ways to strengthen ties

October 18, 2012 at 11:42 PM

Manama, Oct 18 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain discussed ways to strengthen relations between the two countries.

India, Brunei to hold talks

October 18, 2012 at 7:10 PM

New Delhi, Oct 18 (IANS) Ahead of the India-ASEAN summit, External Affairs Minister S.M. Krishna travels to Brunei Friday on a two-day visit expected to enhance economic cooperation between the two countries.

UAE, Bahrain hold discussion

October 16, 2012 at 11:56 PM

Manama, Oct 16 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain have held discussion on improving their relations.

UAE, Britain to hold trade talks

October 9, 2012 at 11:32 PM

Abu Dubai, Oct 9 (IANS/WAM) The UAE and Britain will hold trade talks in London next week, it was announced here Tuesday.

Date palm leaves can help purify hospital waste water

October 1, 2012 at 11:34 AM

Dubai, October 1 (ANI): Date palm leaves can be used to remove chemicals such as pharmaceuticals and dyes from hospital waste water before it is discharged into the municipal sewerage, scientists at the Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) have found.

Date palm leaves can help purify waste water

October 1, 2012 at 10:06 AM

Muscat, Oct 1 (IANS) Date palm leaves can help remove chemicals like pharmaceuticals and dyes from hospital waste water before it is discharged into the municipal sewers, says a scientist from a university in Oman.

Historic Tipu Sultan painting to be auctioned in UK

September 26, 2012 at 10:43 AM

London, Sep 26 (ANI): British Auction house Mullock's are set to auction an array of Indian artifacts in the UK, some belonging to the period after the annexation of Mysore by the British, and also includes a famous painting depicting the death of former leader Tipu Sultan.

President accepts resignation of 6 Trinamool ministers

September 22, 2012 at 8:51 PM

New Delhi, Sep 22 (IANS) President Pranab Mukherjee has accepted the resignation of the six Trinamool Congress ministers on the advice of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, official sources said Saturday.

Trinamool submits letter withdrawing support from UPA

September 21, 2012 at 7:07 PM

New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) Rashtrapati Bhavan, in a formal communication, Thursday said Trinamool Congress leaders had met President Pranab Mukherjee and submitted a letter withdrawing support from the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government.

HIL unveils vibrant logo; named Jamie Dwyer and Sardar Singh as Brand Ambassadors

September 19, 2012 at 1:57 PM

Hockey India (HI), the governing body of Field Hockey in India on Tuesday (Sep 18) unveils the vibrant logo for the six team of Hockey India League (HIL), a club level tournament similar like Indian Premier League (IPL) of cricket and nominated five-time FIH World Player of the Year Jamie Dwyer and India's ace centre-half Sardar Singh as Brand Ambassadors...............

Mixed classes in some subjects at Sharjah varsity

September 18, 2012 at 11:17 PM

Sharjah, Sep 18 (IANS/WAM) Male and female students at the University of Sharjah's colleges of medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and fine art and design will not be divided into separate classes due to the nature of their studies, an official said.

UPA's relation with TMC hanging by thread?

September 18, 2012 at 8:29 PM

New Delhi, Sept 18 (ANI): The firebrand chief minister of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee, whose Trinamool Congress (TMC) party is the key ally within the ruling Congress-led United Progressive Alliance (UPA) coalition, has been trying to force Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh's government to flip flop on a string of policy issues including retail reforms and diesel price hike.

Senior Congress leaders in touch with Mamata: Trinamool

September 17, 2012 at 8:22 PM

Kolkata, Sep 17 (IANS) The leadership of the Congress was in "constant touch" with Trinamool Congress supremo Mamata Banerjee in a bid to end the impasse over her opposition to diesel price hike and retail FDI, according to a senior Trinamool leader.

Canada honours Indian-origin journalist (with image)

September 11, 2012 at 5:46 PM

Ottawa, Sep 11 (IANS) Indian-origin journalist Sultan Jessa has been presented with the Queen Elizabeth diamond jubilee medal by Canada's Governor-General David Johnston at a special ceremony here in recognition of his remarkable service.

Tipu Sultan painting to be auctioned in Britain

September 5, 2012 at 5:37 PM

New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) British Auction house Mullock's will auction an array of Indian artefacts, including a painting on Tipu Sultan, in late September, said a statement here Wednesday.

UAE sends plane to Oman to bring home injured citizens

September 2, 2012 at 8:33 PM

Abu Dhabi, Sep 2 (IANS/WAM) UAE President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has ordered the airlifting of seven UAE citizens injured in a traffic accident in Oman for treatment in their own country.

UAE to take part in London book conference

August 20, 2012 at 9:08 PM

Sharjah, Aug 20 (IANS/WAM) The UAE will take part in an international conference on books for young people to be held in London.

Mumbai fashion designer dedicates show to deceased people from film fraternity

August 16, 2012 at 9:33 PM

Mumbai, Aug.16 (ANI): A fashion designer organised a show here in memory of deceased people from the film fraternity.

Rahul Roy not keen to do special role in 'Ashiqui 2'

August 16, 2012 at 4:52 PM

Mumbai, Aug 16 (IANS) Actor Rahul Roy, whose superhit debut film "Aashiqui" is being remade by the Bhatt camp, is not keen for any special appearance in the movie and believes no-image of lead actors will benefit the remake.

Extortionists parade rickshaw stand manager naked in Pak's Layyah district

August 12, 2012 at 5:45 PM

Islamabad, Aug. 12 (ANI): A rickshaw stand manager was paraded naked at a marketplace in Pakistan's Layyah district after he refused to pay extortion money to locally influential men.

Ex worker sues boss from hell who 'urinated on his clothing'

August 12, 2012 at 2:01 PM

New York, August 12 (ANI): A brash real estate broker has been accused of unzipping more than just his lips to torture his young assistant.

Trinamool to continue opposition to FDI in retail

August 10, 2012 at 8:41 PM

New Delhi, Aug 10 (IANS) Amid efforts by the Congress to build consensus within the ruling coalition on the issue of allowing foreign direct investment (FDI) in multi-brand retail, a Trinamool Congress leader has reaffirmed the party's opposition to the move.

Terrorists planning attacks on Pak Air Force base to avenge killing of colleague: Reports

August 10, 2012 at 5:21 PM

Lahore, Aug 10 (ANI): The Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) is reportedly planning to attack the Pakistan Air Force Base and other military and security establishments in Lahore before Eid, intelligence reports have revealed.

UAE charity distributes food in Yemen

August 8, 2012 at 11:53 PM

Sanaa, Aug 8 (IANS/WAM) UAE charity the Red Crescent Authority Wednesday distributed food packets to needy families in Sanna.