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Rousseff proposes new regulatory framework for Brazil mining

June 19, 2013 at 11:48 AM

Brasilia, June 19 (IANS/EFE) President Dilma Rousseff has proposed a new regulatory framework for mining in Brazil, one of the world's biggest producers of iron, bauxite, gold, nickel, manganese and other minerals.

32 die in Iraq suicide bombing

June 18, 2013 at 5:24 PM

Baghdad, June 18 (IANS) At least 32 people were killed and over 50 injured in twin suicide bomb attacks at a mosque in the Iraqi capital, an interior ministry official said.

CIMB Classic to be held at Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country Club

June 13, 2013 at 4:04 PM

Kuala Lumpur, June 13 (IANS) CIMB Group announced Thursday that the CIMB Classic, the first official PGA Tour FedExCup event in Asia, will move to the Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country Club (KLGCC).

Cheryl Cole wants friends to make birthday special

June 10, 2013 at 7:05 AM

Los Angeles, June 10 (IANS) Singer Cheryl Cole wants her friends to go "all out" to make her upcoming birthday really special.

Cheryl Cole's can't wait to turn 30

June 8, 2013 at 11:45 AM

London, June 8 (ANI): Cheryl Cole has revealed that she can't wait to turn 30 because according to her it is the age when women are at their most beautiful and sexy self.

For 'After Earth', Jaden Smith teamed up with snakes (With Image)

June 3, 2013 at 2:17 PM

Los Angeles, June 3 (IANS) Actor Will Smith made son Jaden perform scenes with real snakes in their upcoming sci-fi movie "After Earth".

Atletico Mineiro advance to Libertadores semifinals

May 31, 2013 at 7:37 PM

Belo Horizonte, May 31 (IANS) Goalkeeper Victor saved a stoppage-time penalty to earn Atletico Mineiro a dramatic 1-1 draw with Tijuana and hand the Brazilian club a berth in the Copa Libertadores semifinals on away-goals.

Istanbul, Madrid, Tokyo stake claim to 2020 Olympics

May 31, 2013 at 7:21 PM

St. Petersburg, May 31 (IANS) As the Russian city of St. Petersburg hosts the 2013 Sport Accord convention, delegates from the three cities short-listed for the right to host the 2020 Olympics - Istanbul, Madrid and Tokyo - have been vigorously attempting to woo IOC members in attendance.

Galatasaray signs Chedjou from French Lille

May 31, 2013 at 7:13 PM

Ankara, May 31 (IANS) Turkish football club Galatasaray has signed a contract with Aurelien Chedjou from French Lille club.

Hodgson hits back at Lineker's 'dark ages' jibe

May 31, 2013 at 6:49 PM

Rio de Janeiro, May 31 (IANS) England football coach Roy Hodgson has hit back at claims by former striker Gary Lineker that he has taken the team back to the "dark ages".

Russian grenade launcher plant opens in Jordon

May 31, 2013 at 5:29 AM

Moscow, May 31 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A Jordanian-Russian joint venture to produce portable rocket-propelled grenade launchers was unveiled in Jordan Thursday, the Russian manufacturer said.

Eight killed in Syrian attacks

May 31, 2013 at 4:33 AM

Damascus, May 31 (IANS) At least eight people were killed Thursday in separate explosions and mortar attacks in Syria, as the country's army regained control over three towns in the strategic city of al-Qussair, Xinhua reported.

Guilty of Russian terror plot, woman walks free

May 31, 2013 at 3:37 AM

Vilnius (Lithuania), May 31 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A Lithuanian woman was found guilty Thursday of plotting a suicide bomb attack in Russia. But still she walked free from the court.

Chinese military plane crashes during drill

May 30, 2013 at 5:22 PM

Beijing, May 30 (IANS) A military plane Thursday crashed into the sea off China's eastern Shandong province, the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy said.

New 'Superman' was fat kid!

May 30, 2013 at 3:16 AM

Los Angeles, May 30 (IANS) Actor Henry Cavill, who will debut as the caped 'Superman' in forthcoming film "Man Of Steel", says he never dreamt he would slip into the role someday as he was a fat child.

Taliban storm governor office building in Afghan Panjshir province, 7 killed

May 29, 2013 at 5:16 PM

Kabul, May 29 (Xinhua-ANI): One policeman and six militants were killed early Wednesday morning when Taliban suicide bombers launched an attack on the provincial governor office building in eastern Afghan province of Panjshir, a provincial source said.

Kidnappers abduct wrong man from Russian hospital

May 29, 2013 at 4:20 PM

Moscow, May 29 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A man, kidnapped from a hospital by a group of men, was released after the kidnappers realised they had abducted the wrong person, investigators said.

Hamilton set to get 's**t together' after Monaco humiliation by teammate Rosberg

May 29, 2013 at 3:40 PM

London, May 29 (ANI): Mercedes ace Lewis Hamilton has admitted that he needs to get his 's**t' together and improve after being beaten by his teammate Nico Rosberg at the Monaco Grand Prix.

Pastathopoulos joins German side Dortmund

May 29, 2013 at 12:13 PM

Dortmund, May 29 (IANS) Greek international and former Werder Bremen defender Sokratis Pastathopoulos joined league rivals Borussia Dortmund until 2018.

Russia evacuates 130 people from Syria

May 29, 2013 at 5:16 AM

Moscow, May 29 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A Russian government plane left Syria Tuesday with some 130 people from Russia and other former Soviet republics who decided to leave the country amid the ongoing conflict, said a spokesperson for Russia's Emergencies Ministry.

Psy booed at Italian Cup Final

May 28, 2013 at 4:20 PM

Washington, May 28 (ANI): 'Gangnam style' singer, Psy, had to face humiliation during an Italian soccer game when fans booed him throughout the half-time show, on Sunday.

Scott Disick serenades Kourtney Kardashian during 30th birthday bash

May 28, 2013 at 2:36 PM

Washington, May 28 (ANI): Scott Disick, who celebrated his 30th birthday with friends and loved ones at Bellagio's Hyde Nightclub in Las Vegas on Sunday, decided to snag the mike and take the stage for a few minutes.

Tiger Woods and Lindsey Vonn jet ski with his kids for Memorial Day'

May 28, 2013 at 2:36 PM

Washington, May 28 (ANI): Tiger Woods and Lindsey Vonn got into full-on summer mode over Memorial Day Weekend, taking the golfer's two kids-Sam, 5, and Charlie, 4 -- out for a ride on a pair of jet skis on Sunday

Rihanna opens European tour in Spain

May 28, 2013 at 10:54 AM

Barakaldo (Spain), May 28 (IANS/EFE) Rihanna awed and captivated a devoted audience at the BEC arena in the northern Spanish city of Barakaldo with a show that had fans dancing and singing along at what was the first European concert of her Diamonds World Tour.

Six killed in Syrian car bomb blast

May 27, 2013 at 10:13 PM

Damascus, May 27 (IANS) A booby-trapped car went off Monday evening in Syria's central city of Homs, killing at least six people and injuring 30 others, Xinhua reported, quoting the state-TV.

'Madhubala' makes Drashti popular

May 27, 2013 at 5:56 PM

Mumbai, May 27 (IANS) Drashti Dhami, currently seen as Madhubala in drama series "Madhubala- Ek Ishkq Ek Junoon", is happy that her character in the popular show is earning her a lot of love.

Champions CSKA end season with loss

May 27, 2013 at 1:16 PM

Moscow, May 27 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russian Premier League champions CSKA Moscow ended their season on a low note with a 0-3 defeat to relegation candidates FC Rostov.

Akmal-Riaz pair lead Pak to ODI series victory over Ireland

May 27, 2013 at 12:52 PM

Karachi, May 27 (ANI): Pakistan's wicketkeeper-batsman Kamran Akmal and fast bowler Wahab Riaz helped their team to secure a one-nil series win over Ireland, by beating the latter by two wickets in the second one-day international on Sunday.

Monaco GP win puts Rosberg in dad's shoes 30 years hence

May 27, 2013 at 12:52 PM

London, May 27 (ANI): Mercedes Formula One racer Nico Rosberg emulated his father Keke to win the Monaco Grand Prix on Sunday and lead Mercedes to its first victory of the season on the 30th anniversary of his father's Monaco success despite Rosberg's team-mate Lewis Hamilton's fourth position in the race ahead of McLaren's driver Jenson Button in the eventful Grand Prix.

Gremio reject loan extension for Santos

May 27, 2013 at 12:20 PM

Rio de Janeiro, May 27 (IANS) Gremio has declined to extend its loan deal with Arsenal defender Andre Santos, the Brazilian club's coach Vanderlei Luxemburgo said.

Japan's ANA resumes Dreamliner 787 flights

May 27, 2013 at 11:56 AM

London, May 27 (ANI): Japan's All Nippon Airways has resumed Boeing 787 Dreamliner's commercial flights after the planes were grounded over safety fears.

Federer sails into second round at French Open

May 26, 2013 at 8:38 PM

Paris, May 26 (IANS) Second seed Roger Federer of Switzerland breezed past qualifier Pablo Carreno-Busta in straight sets to enter the second round of the French Open here on Sunday.

15 Taliban killed in Afghanistan

May 26, 2013 at 8:30 PM

Kabul, May 26 (IANS) As many as 15 Taliban militants were killed as clashes erupted in Aghanistan's Farah province Sunday, an official said.

Israel calls for resuming peace talks with Palestinians

May 26, 2013 at 5:26 PM

Amman, May 26 (Xinhua-ANI): Israeli President Shimon Peres said on Sunday that it is possible for Israelis and Palestinians to overcome differences and skepticism and move ahead to attain peace.

Weekends best time to buy air tickets

May 26, 2013 at 10:14 AM

Washington, May 26 (ANI): Weekends are the best time to buy airline tickets, according to a new study.

Isla Fisher had near to death experience on sets of 'Now You See Me'

May 24, 2013 at 5:10 PM

New York, May 24 (ANI): Australian actress Isla Fisher, who will be seen in Louis Leterrier's Now You See Me, recently revealed her near to death experience on the sets.

Kesha 'drinks own urine' in reality show clip

May 24, 2013 at 5:10 PM

London, May 23 (ANI): Kesha claims to drink her own urine in a revolting clip from her MTV reality show 'My Crazy Beautiful Life'.

Seven Cubans to participate in World Judo Masters

May 24, 2013 at 1:58 PM

Havana, May 24 (IANS) Five female and two male Cuban judokas will participate in the 2013 World Judo Masters tournament, to be held in Russia's Tuymen city.

Helen Flanagan caught 'shoplifting 200 pounds worth of products' from Boots

May 24, 2013 at 11:42 AM

London, May 24 (ANI): Helen Flanagan has been caught shoplifting 200-pound worth of items from Boots.

Syria's Assad stresses resolve to keep fighting 'terrorism'

May 23, 2013 at 8:30 PM

Damascus, May 23 (IANS) Syrian President Bashar al-Assad stressed Thursday his resolve to continue fighting "terrorism" in tandem with efforts for a political solution to the country's 26-month-old crisis, reported Xinhua citing state-run SANA news agency.

Singapore's exports continue to fall

May 23, 2013 at 1:58 PM

Singapore, May 23 (IANS) Singapore's external trade continued to fall in the first quarter of this year, with declines for total trade, non-oil domestic exports (NODX) and non-oil re-exports (NORX), the city-state's trade promotion agency, International Enterprise Singapore, said Thursday.

Captain of ill-fated Costa Concordia to face trial for manslaughter

May 23, 2013 at 1:02 PM

London, May 23 (ANI): The captain of the Costa Concordia cruise ship, which ran aground off the Italian coast last year, killing 32 people, will face trial for manslaughter, an Italian judge has ruled.

R-Patz spotted leaving K-Stew's house with belongings amid split reports

May 22, 2013 at 12:30 PM

London, May 22 (ANI): Robert Pattinson has fueled speculation that he's split from girlfriend Kristen Stewart again after he was spotted driving away from her home in a truck packed with suitcases and bags.

George Michael 'lucky he didn't die'

May 21, 2013 at 4:54 PM

London, May 21 (ANI): A driver has revealed that she had to slam her brakes hard in order to avoid hitting George Michael after he tumbled out of his Range Rover at 70 mph.

Eva Longoria mocks wardrobe malfunction by flashing undies in sheer dress

May 21, 2013 at 4:06 PM

London, May 21 (ANI): Eva Longoria, who had a major wardrobe malfunction at the Cannes red carpet on Saturday, poked fun at her own embarrassment by flaunting her knickers in a sheer laced see-through dress on Sunday.

Former Olympic champion Maggi ponders retirement

May 21, 2013 at 2:30 PM

Rio de Janeiro, May 21 (IANS) Brazil's former Olympic long jump champion Maurren Maggi has conceded that her dream of competing at the Rio 2016 Games could be over after she failed to qualify for this year's World Championships in Moscow.

Peter Andre hunting for two pads

May 21, 2013 at 1:58 PM

London, May 21 (IANS) Singer Peter Andre is hunting for two houses - one for his work and the other for his children.

9 killed, 53 wounded in attacks against mosques in southern Iraq

May 21, 2013 at 12:22 PM

Beijing, May 21 (Xinhua-ANI): At least nine people were killed and 53 others wounded in bombing attacks against two Shiite mosques in Iraq's southern city of Hilla on Monday, a police source said.

Justin Timberlake is in demand on Cannes red carpet

May 21, 2013 at 10:22 AM

Cannes (France), May 21 (IANS/EFE) Teenage girls went wild when singer and actor Justin Timberlake stepped onto the red carpet at Cannes as part of the team that made the Coen brothers' movie "Inside Llewyn Davis".

95 killed in Syrian violence: Report

May 21, 2013 at 7:02 AM

Damascus, May 21 (IANS) A total of 95 people, including 23 Hezbollah members, have been killed in an intense fighting in Syria's Al-Qussair city since Saturday, the Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said Monday.

Saudi Arabia beheads Syrian drug trafficker

May 20, 2013 at 9:26 PM

Riyadh, May 20 (IANS/AKI) A convicted Syrian drug trafficker has been beheaded in Saudi Arabia, the Saudi interior ministry said in a statement Monday.

22 killed in nine car bombings in Iraq

May 20, 2013 at 5:42 PM

Baghdad, May 20 (IANS) At least 22 people were killed and more than 130 others injured in a string of nine car bombings Monday in the Iraqi capital and in the southern oil hub of Basra, police said.

Zenit keep Russian title hopes alive with home win

May 20, 2013 at 2:30 PM

St. Petersburg, May 20 (IANS) Defending Russian Premier League champions Zenit St. Petersburg have kept their title hopes alive with a 3-1 home win over Volga Nizhny Novgorod.

AC Milan seize Champions League spot on last day

May 20, 2013 at 2:30 PM

Milan, May 20 (IANS) AC Milan scored two late goals in four minutes to secure a dramatic 2-1 win against Siena as well as the final Champions League place on the last day of the Italian Serie A season.

Mazzarri quits Napoli with next destination undecided

May 20, 2013 at 2:22 PM

Rome, May 20 (IANS) Walter Mazzarri announced that he has decided to quit as Napoli head coach and will be ready to evaluate offers from other clubs.

World TT: Holder Zhang to face Wang in all-Chinese final

May 20, 2013 at 2:06 PM

Paris, May 20 (IANS) In a rematch of last year's Olympic final, defending champion Zhang Jike will fight for the men's singles title against Wang Hao at the World Table Tennis Championships here Monday.

Taylor Swift wins maximum Billboard Music Awards

May 20, 2013 at 1:10 PM

Los Angeles, May 20 (IANS) Singer Taylor Swift swept away the 2013 Billboard Music Awards. She won in eight categories, including the artist of the year and top female artist titles.

Zenit's Shirokov sorry for obscene gesture at fans

May 20, 2013 at 1:02 PM

St. Petersburg, May 20 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Zenit St. Petersburg midfielder Roman Shirokov has apologised for making an obscene gesture at his team's fans during a game.

Brazil midfielder Paulinho denies transfer rumours

May 20, 2013 at 11:26 AM

Rio de Janeiro, May 20 (IANS) Brazil international midfielder Paulinho has denied speculation that he is on the verge of a move to Europe.

Israel to keep preventing arms transfer to Hezbollah

May 20, 2013 at 3:02 AM

Jerusalem, May 20 (IANS) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said his government remains committed to prevent transfer of the advanced weaponry to Lebanese militant group Hezbollah.

Men still won't sacrifice their careers for fatherhood, claims new book

May 19, 2013 at 4:46 PM

London, May 19 (ANI): According to a new book, the idea that men are cutting back on work to help their partners with childcare is just a myth.

Russian dies in Vietnam after fight with compatriot

May 19, 2013 at 4:14 PM

Moscow, May 19 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A Russian tourist died in Vietnam after a fight with a compatriot and fellow-traveller in the coastal city of Nha Trang.

Lohan avoiding Mueller in rehab?

May 19, 2013 at 2:38 PM

Los Angeles, May 19 (IANS) Actress Lindsay Lohan is reportedly avoiding Brooke Mueller, who wants to become her close friend, in a rehab.

Deadly rains affect 200,000 in China

May 19, 2013 at 12:22 PM

Beijing, May 19 (IANS) Continuous rainfall has claimed one life and affecting some 200,000 people in southwest China, authorities said Sunday.

IIT- JEE Advanced 2013 admit card download available now: Download admit cards

May 18, 2013 at 9:57 AM

IIT- JEE Advanced 2013 admit cards are available for download for which Joint Entrance Exam (Advanced) 2013 has been scheduled to be conducted on June 2, 2013.

35 killed, 45 injured in blasts in Iraq mosque blasts

May 17, 2013 at 8:30 PM

Baghdad, May 17 (IANS) At least 35 people were killed and 45 others injured in two blasts, which hit almost simultaneously on Friday in Baquba, capital of eastern Iraq's Diyala province, after the Friday prayer, an official said.

12 killed, 25 injured in Iraq mosque bombing

May 17, 2013 at 6:22 AM

Baghdad, May 17 (IANS) At least 12 people were killed and 25 others injured when a suicide bomber blew himself up at a Shia mosque in northern Iraq, police said.

Injured Murray likely to miss French Open

May 16, 2013 at 12:54 PM

London, May 16 (ANI): Tennis ace Andy Murray has said that it is 'unlikely' that he will play in the French Open starting Sunday, following a chronic back injury.

Strong demand in Brazil oil auction

May 16, 2013 at 12:06 PM

Rio de Janeiro, May 16 (IANS/EFE) A two-day Brazilian oil and natural gas auction has received strong demand from companies based in Brazil, Colombia, Portugal, France, Britain and other countries, with bid prices far exceeding the regulator's expectations.

Balotelli vows to walk off pitch following future racial abuse

May 16, 2013 at 11:10 AM

Washington, May 16 (ANI): AC Milan striker Mario Balotelli has said that he has been subjected to much racial abuse and will walk off pitch if he faces anymore racial slurs during the game.

7.5 tons of drugs seized in Iran

May 15, 2013 at 7:42 PM

Tehran, May 15 (IANS) Iranian police seized 7.5 tons of narcotics in Saravan city in the past two months, Fars news agency reported Wednesday.

Blatter blames Italy FA for punishing Roma lightly

May 15, 2013 at 5:18 PM

Rome, May 15 (IANS) FIFA president Sepp Blatter has criticised the Italian Football Association, claiming that fining AS Roma for racial abuse is not enough.

Migrant kills three with pickaxe in Italy

May 15, 2013 at 8:54 AM

Milan, May 15 (IANS) Three people were killed in the northern Italian city of Milan when a pickaxe-wielding illegal immigrant from Ghana went on a rampage, officials said.

Boy survives suicide attempt after 10-storey fall

May 15, 2013 at 8:22 AM

Moscow, May 15 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A 15-year-old boy in Russia's eastern city of Chita survived after attempting suicide by jumping from the 10th floor of a residential apartment building, police said.

Jessica Simpson furious at Nick Lachey over 'gay joke about her dad'

May 14, 2013 at 4:54 PM

Washington, May 14 (ANI): Jessica Simpson is reportedly furious over the gay comments her former husband, Nick Lachey, made about her father, Joe Simpson.

Chantelle Houghton slams ex Alex Reid again

May 14, 2013 at 3:50 PM

London, May 14 (ANI): Chantelle Houghton, who split with Alex Reid more than eight months ago, still seems to be at war with her former beau.

Japanese photo craze appears to depict teens being swallowed

May 14, 2013 at 2:22 PM

London, May 14 (ANI): Pictures of teenagers appearing to be eaten by giant humans are trending online.

Jessica Simpson furious with Nick Lachey

May 14, 2013 at 3:50 AM

Los Angeles, May 14 (IANS) Singer Jessica Simpson is angry with ex-husband Nick Lachey as he made a gay joke about her father Joe Simpson.

CSKA on brink of title glory with Lokomotiv rout

May 13, 2013 at 3:50 PM

Moscow, May 13 (IANS/RIA Novosti) CSKA Moscow all but assured themselves of the Russian Premier League football trophy with a 4-1 thumping of Lokomotiv Moscow.

AC Milan held by Roma, match marred by racism

May 13, 2013 at 11:50 AM

Milan, May 13 (IANS) AC Milan were held to a scoreless draw at home by Roma in a game marred by racism.

Corinthians beat Santos in Paulista final first leg

May 13, 2013 at 11:34 AM

Sao Paulo, May 13 (IANS) Brazil midfielder Paulinho and defender Paulo Andre struck either side of half-time as Corinthians defeated Santos 2-1 in the first leg of the Campeonato Paulista final.

Giro glory for Russian rider Belkov

May 13, 2013 at 11:18 AM

London, May 13 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russian cyclist Maxim Belkov has won the ninth stage of the Giro d'Italia grand tour with a stunning breakaway ride.

EU gives $85 mn humanitarian aid to Syria

May 13, 2013 at 10:06 AM

Brussels, May 13 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The European Commission announced Sunday the allocation of an additional 65 million euros ($84.5 million) in humanitarian aid to war-torn Syria.

Nine held in Turkey over deadly bombings

May 13, 2013 at 8:30 AM

Ankara, May 13 (IANS) Nine Turks have been arrested over Saturday's deadly bombings in a town near the border with Syria, Turkish deputy prime minister Besir Atalay said Sunday.

19 injured in Mother's Day parade shooting in US

May 13, 2013 at 7:50 AM

Washington, May 13 (IANS) At least 19 people were injured in the US state of Louisiana Sunday when some gunmen opened fire at a Mother's Day parade in New Orleans city, CNN reported.

Syria denies involvement in Turkish border town blasts

May 13, 2013 at 3:10 AM

Damascus, May 13 (IANS) The Bashar al-Assad-led Syrian government has denied Turkey's accusations of Damascus being behind Saturday's deadly explosions in a Turkish border town.

Five kids killed in Russia house fire

May 12, 2013 at 4:06 PM

Moscow, May 12 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Six people, five of them children aged between 18 months and seven years, died in a fire in Russia's Krasnoyarsk territory, officials said Sunday.

China colliery accident toll rises to 28

May 12, 2013 at 12:54 PM

Beijing, May 12 (IANS) The toll in a colliery accident in southwest China's Sichuan province Saturday rose to 28 after an injured miner died, authorities said Sunday.

Houston hosts world's biggest art car parade

May 12, 2013 at 12:46 PM

Houston, May 12 (IANS) The world's largest art car parade traveled through the city of Houston Saturday, giving art car-lovers a rare chance to view about 300 art cars of every shape and design imaginable.

Zardari's sister wins

May 12, 2013 at 10:30 AM

Islamabad, May 12 (IANS) President Asif Ali Zardari's sister Faryal Talpur won the Larkana in the general elections, a media report said Sunday.

Drunken man cuts off own sex organ after row with girlfriend

May 11, 2013 at 5:34 PM

Kuala Lumpur, May 11 (ANI): A drunken man snipped off his penis and testicles with a pair of scissors following a quarrel with his girlfriend.

Man held for fake train bomb threat in Russia

May 11, 2013 at 5:02 PM

Moscow, May 11 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A man suspected of making a false bomb threat call to police, because he was afraid to miss a train bound for south Russia from Moscow, has been arrested, the interior ministry said.

Motorsports: Bolisetti qualifies 19th

May 11, 2013 at 1:02 PM

Dijon-Prenois (France), May 11 (IANS) Indian Sailesh Bolisetti, a 24-year-old from Visakhapatnam, qualified in the 19th position here for the second round of the 2013 Euro Racecar season.

Eight injured in Peshawar blast

May 11, 2013 at 12:54 PM

Islamabad, May 11 (IANS) Eight people were injured in a bombing that targeted female voters at a polling station in Pakistan's Peshawar city, police said.

Hackers attack Russian media outlets

May 9, 2013 at 9:42 PM

St. Petersburg, May 9 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Several media outlets in Russia's St. Petersburg city, and a popular online news broadcaster, Dozhd (Rain), came under hacker attack Thursday.

Doctor held in Italy for selling teenager's baby

May 9, 2013 at 5:20 PM

Rome, May 9 (IANS/AKI) A gynaecologist has been arrested in a southern Italian city for allegedly selling a teenaged girl's baby to a childless couple for 25,000 euros.

Steve Smith to return from IPL

May 9, 2013 at 1:05 PM

Melbourne, May 9 (IANS) Cricket Australia (CA) has asked Pune Warriors all-rounder Steve Smith to return to Australia from the Indian Premier League (IPL) due to a lower-back pain complaint.

Italian court upholds Berlusconi's fraud conviction

May 9, 2013 at 11:04 AM

Rome, May 9 (IANS) An appeal court in Italy's Milan city Wednesday upheld former premier Silvio Berlusconi's four-year conviction for tax fraud in connection with broadcasting rights bought by his television company.

Vietnam to host Da Nang International Marathon

May 8, 2013 at 1:20 PM

Hanoi (Vietnam), May 8 (IANS) The inaugural Da Nang International Marathon will be held Sep 1 in Vietnam's central coastal city of Da Nang, organisers confirmed.

Brazil's Fred returns for Libertadores clash

May 8, 2013 at 11:12 AM

Rio de Janeiro, May 8 (IANS) Brazil striker Fred is set to return from injury for Fluminense's Copa Libertadores round of 16 second leg against Emelec Thursday.