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L&T Q4 profit drops near 7 percent

May 22, 2013 at 7:34 PM

Mumbai, May 22 (IANS) Engineering and construction conglomerate Larson & Toubro Wednesday posted a 6.8 percent drop in net profit at Rs.1,787.94 crore for the fourth quarter ended March.

Dubai moves to stop ivory tusk smuggling

May 19, 2013 at 10:30 AM

Dubai, May 19 (IANS/WAM) An environment campaign to enhance international efforts to combat the smuggling of elephant ivory tusks is being undertaken by the Dubai Police General Command.

World's biggest ice sheets likely more stable than thought

May 17, 2013 at 12:06 PM

Washington, May 17 (ANI): A research team has argued that high ancient shorelines do not necessarily reflect ice sheet collapse millions of years ago.

'Retiring' Becks planning to buy own franchise following 'sweetheart clause' in US contract

May 17, 2013 at 11:42 AM

London, May 17 (ANI): Football legend David Beckham is reportedly planning to buy his own club after pulling the curtain on his glittering playing career.

MEA officials meet export promotion councils, business chambers

May 16, 2013 at 8:14 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): Secretary (Economic Relations) Pinak Ranjan Chakravarty held a meeting with various Export Promotion Councils (EPCs) and Apex Business Chambers namely, FICCI, CII, ASSOCHAM and PHD Chamber of Commerce here on Wednesday.

More volunteers joining NGOs

May 15, 2013 at 9:42 PM

Kolkata, May 15 (IANS) NGOs working on social issues are now finding more volunteers, especially youths, who want to be engaged in different projects of the organisations.

New species of marine reptile from Jurassic period found in Iraq

May 15, 2013 at 3:42 PM

Washington, May 15 (ANI): An international team of scientists has identified a new species of ichthyosaur (a dolphin-like marine reptile from the age of dinosaurs) from Iraq, which revolutionises our understanding of the evolution and extinction of these ancient marine reptiles.

Russia launches rocket with French telecom satellite

May 15, 2013 at 4:22 AM

Moscow, May 15 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A Proton-M rocket carrying a French telecommunications satellite has blasted off from the Baikonur space center in Kazakhstan, said a spokesman for Russian space agency Roscosmos.

Latest waves of cyber attacks targeting US corporations

May 13, 2013 at 1:26 PM

Washington, May 13 (ANI): A new wave of cyber attacks is being primarily aimed at American corporations, the sources of which seem to emanate from the Middle East.

15 wildfires doused in a day in Russia's Far East

May 11, 2013 at 5:10 PM

Vladivostok, May 11 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Firefighters have extinguished 15 out of 25 forest fires in Russia's Far East in a day, the forestry department said Saturday.

Fergie to receive 2-mln package as Man U ambassador after retirement

May 10, 2013 at 12:54 PM

London, May 10 (ANI): Soon-to-retire Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson will reportedly be paid a whopping two million pounds to be an ambassador for the club after his retirement.

Netanyahu says nuclear Iran would threaten free flow of oil supply

May 10, 2013 at 11:58 AM

Jerusalem, May 10 (ANI): Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu has told Chinese President Xi Jinping that a nuclear Iran would threaten the free flow of oil through the Hormuz Straits.

Bangladesh tribunal sentences Jamaat-e-Islami leader to death

May 9, 2013 at 6:25 PM

Dhaka, May 9 (ANI): A Bangladesh war crimes tribunal sentenced an Islamist party leader to death on Thursday, on charges of genocide and torture of unarmed civilians during the 1971 war for independence.

Karnataka to host National hockey

May 7, 2013 at 4:00 PM

Bangalore, May 7 (IANS) After a three-year interval, the much-diluted senior men's National Hockey Championship for the Rangaswamy Cup will commence here Wednesday with defending champions Mumbai taking on hosts Karnataka in the opening fixture.

Guyana marks 175th anniversary of Indian Arrival Day

May 6, 2013 at 7:04 PM

Port of Spain, May 6 (IANS) Guyana marked the 175th anniversary of Indian Arrival Day Sunday by unveiling a monument at the very location where the first batch of indentured Indian labourers alighted from a ship in 1838.

Chinese President makes four-point proposal for settlement of Palestinian question

May 6, 2013 at 4:01 PM

Beijing, May 6 (Xinhua-ANI): Chinese President Xi Jinping here on Monday made a four-point proposal for the settlement of the Palestinian question during his talks with visiting Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas.

'Rare' blue diamond fetches record $1.8m at auction

April 25, 2013 at 1:24 PM

Melbourne, Apr. 25 (ANI): A deep-blue diamond ring made by renowned Italian company Bulgari, has been auctioned off for 1.8 million dollars per carat - beating the previous record for a blue diamond, which was sold for 1.68 million dollars per carat.

UN official blames Boston Marathon bombing on 'American global domination'

April 24, 2013 at 3:32 PM

Washington, Apr. 24 (ANI): United Nations official known for blaming the U.S. for unrest in the Middle East has blamed the Boston Marathon bombings on 'American global domination'.

Asian monsoon may be predictable months in advance

April 24, 2013 at 11:16 AM

Washington, April 24 (ANI): A Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego-led study has found a crucial connection that could drastically improve the ability of forecasters to reliably predict Asian monsoon a few months in advance.

NYC school students' study helps inform better practices for protecting elephants

April 20, 2013 at 11:56 AM

Washington, Apr 20 (ANI): 12 to14 year old students from East Side Middle School in New York City are attempting to put an end to the elephant crisis, which is at an all time high with more and more demand for ivory taking more and more lives.

Russia worried about post-Assad Syria: US

April 19, 2013 at 7:56 AM

Washington, April 19 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia fears not only losing its "last bastion" of influence in the Middle East but also what would follow Syrian President Bashal al-Assad, US director of national intelligence James Clapper has said.

41 missing, one dead as boat capsizes in Indonesia

April 18, 2013 at 6:28 AM

Jakarta, April 18 (IANS) At least one person died while 41 went missing after a boat carrying some 50 people overturned in Indonesia Wednesday. Rescuers managed to save eight people, Xinhua reported.

Justin Bieber keen to buy home in Dubai

April 16, 2013 at 5:00 PM

London, April 16 (ANI): Justin Bieber is looking forward to buy a property in Dubai, which is known for its strict laws.

Bieber wants house in Dubai

April 16, 2013 at 1:00 PM

London, April 16 (IANS) Pop star Justin Bieber, who is due to perform in Dubai next month, is planning a long-term stay there and is keen to get a house rather than a hotel room.

Andhra Congress chief defends ministers

April 14, 2013 at 4:44 PM

Hyderabad, April 14 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh state Congress chief Botsa Satyanarayana Sunday defended ministers facing charges in YSR Congress party leader Y.S. Jaganmohan Reddy's disproportionate assets case.

Wyndham Hotel Group to add 26 hotels in India

April 12, 2013 at 5:48 PM

Chennai, April 12 (IANS) Global hospitality major Wyndham Hotel Group has been planning to add 26 new hotels through the franchisee route in India, a senior company official has said.

US backs India's emergence as regional anchor

April 11, 2013 at 7:24 PM

Washington, April 11 (IANS) Rebalancing its security posture in the Asia-Pacific region, the US says it is investing in a long-term strategic partnership with India to support its ability to serve as a regional economic anchor and security provider.

Navjot Sidhu sidelined as BJP MP, says his wife

April 11, 2013 at 12:20 PM

Amritsar, Apr 11 (ANI): BJP MP Navjot Singh Sidhu's wife and Amritsar-East MLA Dr Navjot Kaur Sidhu has alleged that her husband has been "sidelined" by his party.

32 dead, over 18,000 displaced in Kenya floods

April 10, 2013 at 9:32 PM

Nairobi, April 10 (IANS) At least 32 people have died and 18,600 others displaced by flash floods caused by heavy rains in Kenya, the East African nation's Red Cross Society (or KRCS) said Wednesday.

UN tourism conference in Hyderabad from April 12

April 8, 2013 at 8:29 PM

Hyderabad, April 8 (IANS) The United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) conference on sustainable tourism development is beginning here April 12.

Kerry urges Iran to prove peaceful intention on nuclear program

April 7, 2013 at 4:44 PM

Ankara (Turkey), April 7 (Xinhua-ANI): United States Secretary of State John Kerry on Sunday urged Iran to take simple steps in order to prove its intention on nuclear program is peaceful while stressing the process of talks could not continue for ever.

Diet pill to prevent obesity comes closer to reality

April 7, 2013 at 11:24 AM

London, Apr 7 (ANI): After discovering how to "re-wire" appetite control in the brain, scientists are a step closer to developing a pill that can prevent obesity.

Mobile users in Middle East victims of cyber crime: Study

April 7, 2013 at 2:12 AM

Abu Dhabi, April 7 (IANS/WAM) Lack of precaution by mobile users can have unfortunate consequences. Close to two in five mobile users in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region have fallen victims to mobile cyber crime, says a new study.

Assad says fall of his regime to cause 'domino effect' fuelling Middle East instability

April 6, 2013 at 10:20 AM

London, Apr 6 (ANI): Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has warned that the fall of his regime or the breakup of his nation will cause a "domino effect" that will fuel Middle East instability for years.

Rockets barrage launched toward southern Israel for third consecutive day

April 4, 2013 at 1:41 PM

Jerusalem, April 4 (Xinhua-ANI): For the third day in a row, a rockets barrage of three mortar shells was launched by militants in the Gaza Strip toward southern Israel Thursday morning, the IDF confirmed.

US launches initiative to explore human brain

April 3, 2013 at 10:36 AM

Washington, April 3 (IANS/EFE) US President Barack Obama has announced an ambitious multidisciplinary program to create a map of the human brain that could help cure diseases such as Alzheimer's and epilepsy.

Russian railways enhance security for Sochi Games

April 2, 2013 at 6:20 PM

Moscow, April 2 (IANS) Russia has introduced additional security checks at the entrances of over 30 railway stations a bid to ensure transportation security ahead of the Sochi Winter Olympic Games.

U.S. delegation meets Karnataka Governor in Bangalore

March 30, 2013 at 2:42 PM

Bangalore, Mar. 30 (ANI): A high-powered delegation of members of US House of Representatives met Karnataka Governor Dr. H.R. Bhardwaj here on Saturday.

Russian submarine forces to get high-precision weapons

March 28, 2013 at 4:18 AM

Moscow, March 28 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia plans to equip its submarine forces with long-range high-precision weapons, which will enhance their strategic deterrent capabilities, the defence minister said.

Woman shot dead near Karkardooma metro station(Update:Metro)

March 26, 2013 at 4:02 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 26 (ANI): A woman was shot dead, allegedly by her husband, while she was on an escalator close to the entrance of the Karkardooma metro station in East Delhi today.

Top Maoist leader Sudershan arrested in Andhra

March 23, 2013 at 11:54 PM

Hyderabad, March 23 (IANS) Top Maoist leader Sudershan was Saturday arrested in Andhra Pradesh's Khammam district bordering Chhattisgarh, police said.

Republican lawmaker spills Jordan's role in Laden's son-in-law capture 'secrets'

March 23, 2013 at 4:34 PM

Washington, Mar 23 (ANI): A delicate US government agreement to keep secret Jordan's role in the capture of Osama Bin Laden's son-in-law has been upset by Republican Peter King's public thanks to the Middle Eastern country for their role in the operation, according to government sources.

United SC win IFA Shield

March 20, 2013 at 11:14 PM

Kolkata, March 20 (IANS) United SC earned their maiden IFA Shield soccer title pipping title holders East Bengal 1-0, with Ranty Martins scoring the all-important goal in the second half here Wednesday.

Donations to Kashi Vishwanath temple now tax free (Lead, Supersedes earlier version)

March 20, 2013 at 8:17 PM

Lucknow, March 20 (IANS) Donations to the Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi will now enjoy 100 percent income tax exemption.

Donations to Kashi Vishwanath temple now tax free

March 20, 2013 at 10:17 AM

Lucknow, March 20 (IANS) Donations to the famous Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi would now get 100 percent income tax exemption, an official spokesperson of the state government said. A decision to this effect was taken by the state cabinet Tuesday.

Syrian refugees may double or triple this year, says UN official

March 11, 2013 at 9:55 AM

London, Mar 11 (ANI): The United Nations has warmed that the number of refugees from Syria may double or even triple this year if the two-year-old bloody uprising does not end.

Air Arabia takes delivery of second aircraft

March 10, 2013 at 10:27 AM

Sharjah, March 10 (IANS/WAM) Air Arabia Saturday announced it had received the delivery of its second fuel-saving Sharklet-equipped Airbus A320 aircraft.

EDMC is committed to keep area clean: Mayor

March 8, 2013 at 11:18 AM

Mayor of East Delhi, Dr. Annapurna Mishra has said that EDMC is committed to keep East Delhi cleaner and it is a step in the direction. She was addressing a gathering after flagging off a fleet of 30 new garbage removal trucks

Arsenal poised for 'biggest ever' 1.5bn pounds takeover bid by unnamed Middle East consortium

March 3, 2013 at 11:39 AM

London, Mar 3 (ANI): Football giant Arsenal is reportedly set for the world's biggest ever takeover bid for a football club of 1.5 billion pounds by an unnamed Middle East consortium in the next few weeks, which, if successful, can clear debts that stand at around 250?million pounds according to the last full year's financial results.

Work keeps Vishnu away from beloved on anniversary

March 1, 2013 at 6:35 PM

Chennai, Mar 1 (IANS) For Telugu actor Vishnu Manchu, it's all work and no play, even on his wedding anniversary! He is busy shooting for his untitled Telugu film, and to make up for the lost time with wife Viranica, he has promised to let her indulge in a half-day full of shopping soon.

Neo bags New Zealand Cricket rights until 2020

February 27, 2013 at 5:15 PM

New Delhi, Feb 27 (IANS) Neo Sports has secured the television rights to showcase all domestic and international cricket played in New Zealand until 2020.

Opposition alleges injustice to Andhra, railway minister denies

February 26, 2013 at 9:55 PM

Hyderabad/New Delhi, Feb 26 (IANS) Minister of State for Railways K. Surya Prakash Reddy Tuesday said that justice has been done to Andhra Pradesh in the railway budget but the opposition parties alleged that a raw deal is meted out to the state once again.

Vishnu Manchu's next Telugu film goes on floors

February 24, 2013 at 8:43 PM

Tirupati, Feb 24 (IANS) A yet-untitled Telugu action-comedy, starring Telugu actor Vishnu Manchu, went on floors here Sunday.

High alert across Andhra Pradesh

February 21, 2013 at 8:18 PM

Hyderabad, Feb 21 (IANS) Police sounded high alert in Hyderabad and other cities in Andhra Pradesh after two blasts killed over 10 people in Hyderabad and injured scores of others.

Rs.27 lakh watch with Lord Venkateswara image launched

February 21, 2013 at 7:46 PM

Hyderabad, Feb 21 (IANS) Swiss luxury watchmaker Century and its India distributor Rodeo Drive Thursday announced launch of a limited edition wristwatch with the image of Lord Venkateswara on its dial and priced at Rs.27 lakh each.

Russia sends planes to rescue nationals from Syria

February 20, 2013 at 3:21 AM

Moscow, Feb 20 (IANS/ RIA Novosti) Russia sent two planes to deliver humanitarian aid to Syria and evacuate Russians and nationals of former Soviet republics from the war-stricken Middle East country Tuesday.

How everything on the web is connected by just 19 clicks

February 19, 2013 at 1:37 PM

London, Feb 19 (ANI): The internet may appear to be an almost random mass of information, but researchers said that in fact, there is a 'Kevin Bacon' effect - meaning a web page is connected to others by just 19 clicks.

Nestle's net profit goes up

February 15, 2013 at 1:37 PM

Geneva, Feb 15 (IANS) Swiss food giant Nestle has announced a net profit of 10.6 billion Swiss francs (about $11.5 billion) for 2012, an increase of 11.6 percent from the previous year.

New Sars-like deadly virus can spread between people

February 14, 2013 at 3:05 PM

London, February 14 (ANI): Health officials in the UK have said that a new respiratory illness similar to the deadly Sars virus can spread from person to person.

PDA can kill relationship

February 12, 2013 at 12:11 PM

London, Feb. 12 (ANI): One in ten women will consider separating from a man who is too affectionate in front of other people, a study has found.

Hitler's food taster recounts times she was forced to test for poison

February 10, 2013 at 12:03 PM

London, Feb 10 (ANI): One of the women, who had to taste Hitler's food to ensure it was not poisoned, has revealed for the first time how they were forced into risking their lives everyday to save his.

Sri Lankan President Rajapaksa prays at Tirupati

February 9, 2013 at 4:51 PM

Tirupati, Feb 9 (ANI): Notwithstanding protests, Sri Lanka President Mahinda Rajapaksa and his wife Shiranthi offered prayers to Lord Venkateswara at famous Hindu shrine in Tirupati on Saturday.

Rajapaksa prays at Tirupati temple, returns to Colombo

February 9, 2013 at 1:23 PM

Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh), Feb 9 (IANS) Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa returned to Colombo Saturday after praying at the Lord Venkateswara Temple here.

China denies allegations of 'radar locking' Japanese military vessels

February 9, 2013 at 11:39 AM

London, Feb 9 (ANI): China's Defence Ministry has dismissed allegations by Japan that Chinese navy ships has twice put a radar lock on Japanese military vessels in January.

Rajapaksa offers prayers at Tirupati temple

February 9, 2013 at 11:07 AM

Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh), Feb 9 (IANS) Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa Saturday offered prayers at the Lord Venkateswara Temple atop Tirumala Hills here.

Protests in India as Rajapaksa prays for peace (Intro Night Lead)

February 8, 2013 at 9:47 PM

Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh), Feb 8 (IANS) Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa arrived here Friday after praying at Buddhism's holiest shrine at Bodh Gaya amid protests against his two-day Indian pilgrimage.

Rajapaksa reaches Tirupati amid protests

February 8, 2013 at 9:07 PM

Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh), Feb 8 (IANS) Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa arrived in this temple town Friday evening for pilgrimage amid protests by Tamil groups.

Protests in India as Rajapaksa prays for peace

February 8, 2013 at 8:35 PM

Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh), Feb 8 (IANS) Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa arrived here Friday after praying at Buddhism's holiest shrine at Bodh Gaya amid protests against his two-day Indian pilgrimage.

Protest in Delhi against Rajapaksa's India visit

February 8, 2013 at 7:39 PM

New Delhi, Feb 8 (IANS) Around 134 MDMK members, including general secretary Vaiko, were Friday detained while they led a protest in the national capital against Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa's two-day India visit.

Protests as Rajapaksa arrives in India for pilgrimage (Evening Lead)

February 8, 2013 at 6:11 PM

Bodh Gaya/Tirupati, Feb 8 (IANS) Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa Friday prayed at Buddhism's holiest shrine at Bodh Gaya and then flew to Tirupati amid scattered protests against his two-day Indian pilgrimage.

Sri Lankan president prays at Bodh Gaya

February 8, 2013 at 4:11 PM

Bodh Gaya (Bihar), Feb 8 (IANS) Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa flew into India Friday and prayed here at a temple site where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment.

Tamil protestors held in Tirupati ahead of Rajapaksa visit

February 8, 2013 at 2:59 PM

Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh), Feb 8 (IANS) Scores of activists from Tamil groups were arrested and prohibitory orders imposed in this temple town as police went on high alert ahead of Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa's visit here Friday evening.

Rajapaksa begins India visit amid protests (Afternoon Lead)

February 8, 2013 at 1:07 PM

Bodh Gaya/Chennai, Feb 8 (IANS) Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa flew into Bodh Gaya Friday to pray at Buddhism's holiest shrine as protests erupted in parts of India against his two-day India pilgrimage.

Rajapaksa trying to erase Tamil in Sri Lanka: Karunanidhi

February 8, 2013 at 12:19 PM

Chennai, Feb 8 (IANS) DMK president Friday said Sri Lankan President Mahindra Rajapaksa was not only trying to obliterate Tamils in the island nation but also their culture, tradition and the Tamil language itself.

Protest in Delhi against Rajapaksa's India visit

February 8, 2013 at 12:11 PM

New Delhi, Feb 8 (IANS) MDMK general secretary Vaiko Friday led a protest in the national capital against Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa's India visit.

DMK holds black flag protest over Sri Lankan President's visit to India

February 8, 2013 at 11:55 AM

Chennai/New Delhi, Feb 8 (ANI): The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) is holding a demonstration today in Chennai in protest against the visit of Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa.

Tamil groups enter Tirupati to protest Rajapaksa's visit

February 8, 2013 at 11:31 AM

Hyderabad, Feb 8 (IANS) A large number of activists of Tamil groups from neighbouring Tamil Nadu Friday entered the temple town of Tirupati to stall the visit of Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa, who is scheduled to arrive there in the evening.

Bank of Ceylon attacked ahead of Rajapaksa visit

February 7, 2013 at 7:47 PM

Chennai, Feb 7 (IANS) Tamil activists stoned the Bank of Ceylon here Thursday injuring two employees, a day before Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa visits India for pilgrimage.

Rajapaksa to avoid New Delhi during India visit

February 7, 2013 at 7:31 PM

New Delhi, Feb 7 (IANS) Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa arrives Friday in India for pilgrimage and he will not visit New Delhi to meet the country's leaders, official sources said.

Mel C helping Bunton find lost dog

February 6, 2013 at 12:19 AM

Los Angeles, Feb 6 (IANS) Singer Melanaie Chisholm aka Mel C, member of band Spice Girls, is helping fellow member Emma Bunton search her lost dog.

'Stop Lankan president's visits to India'

February 4, 2013 at 9:42 PM

Chennai, Feb 4 (IANS) The Tamil Eelam Supporters Organisaton (TESO) will protest here Feb 8 against the India visit of Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa.

Children view art, learn of climate change

February 2, 2013 at 1:26 PM

New Delhi, Feb 2 (IANS) It was a feast for the eyes as well as a lesson in climate change for children who viewed this exhibition at the Chinmaya Mission in the national capital.

Sachin Tendulkar seeks divine intervention, prays at Tirupati

February 2, 2013 at 1:10 PM

Tirupati, Feb 2 (ANI): Star batsman Sachin Tendulkar sought divine intervention at the famous hill shrine of Lord Venkateswara at Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh state on Saturday.

Neanderthals sang opera, says researcher

February 1, 2013 at 12:46 PM

Barcelona, Feb 1 (IANS/EFE) Neanderthals sang opera, British archaeologist Steven Mithen, originator of the theory that music was used as a form of pre-linguistic communication by these pre-historic people, told EFE.

Shutdown in Chittoor to oppose Andhra's possible division

January 29, 2013 at 2:06 PM

Hyderabad, Jan 29 (IANS) In the face of the central government indefinitely delaying a decision on Telangana, protests are continuing in Rayalaseema and Andhra regions of Andhra Pradesh to oppose a possible division of the state.

Mahmoud Abbas attends AU summit, reiterates position on Israel

January 27, 2013 at 11:20 PM

Addis Ababa, Jan 27 (IANS) Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas Sunday attended the African Union Summit as a special guest and reiterated the call for Israel's withdrawal from occupied territory.

MJ secretly wrote tell-all book before death

January 27, 2013 at 12:49 PM

London, Jan 27 (ANI): Michael Jackson secretly began writing an autobiography about his lowest moments in the last years of his life, it has been revealed.

Dog sniffs out 100 kg heroin in Turkey

January 21, 2013 at 10:16 PM

Ankara, Jan 21 (IANS) About 100 kg of heroin was seized from a truck with the help of a sniffer dog during a security operation Monday in Turkey, a media report said.

'Political coward' Netanyahu sees rift with Obama widen

January 20, 2013 at 3:42 PM

London, Jan. 20 (ANI): Already fractious relations between Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu and President Barack Obama have strained further.

I want to sing with Amitji: Lata (Interview)

January 17, 2013 at 7:05 PM

Mumbai, Jan 17 (IANS) Singing legend Lata Mangeshkar has launched her music lable LM Music, which has already taken off in a big way. She says her immediate plans are to sing with Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bahchcan other than releasing a ghazal album and creating a platform for children who are seen on reality shows.

Sikh temple in Dubai celebrates first anniversary with pomp and show

January 17, 2013 at 10:49 AM

Dubai, Jan. 17 (ANI): A Gurdwara in Dubai has become a major tourist destination with over 800,000 visitors eating its community kitchen (langar) since its inauguration last year.

Israeli prez confident Obama would strike Iran to halt nuclear programme if need arose

January 10, 2013 at 3:05 PM

Washington, Jan. 10 (ANI): Israeli President Shimon Peres is confident that American President Barack Obama would approve a military strike to halt Iran's nuclear ambitions if it came to that.

Hotelier Anil Madhok honoured with lifetime achievement award

January 9, 2013 at 6:01 PM

Gurgaon, Jan 9 (IANS) At a glittering event in this suburb of the national capital, Anil Madhok, managing director of Sarovar Hotels Pvt. Ltd. was felicitated with the much coveted lifetime achievement award at the Hotelier India Awards that celebrate excellence in the hospitality industry

Mauritius President visits Tirupati Temple in Andhra Pradesh

January 7, 2013 at 4:39 PM

Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh), Jan. 7 (ANI): Mauritius President Rajkeswur Purryag along with his wife, Aneetah Purryag,visited Tirupati Temple in Andhra Pradesh on Monday.

22 killed, 25 injured in Sudan clashes

January 3, 2013 at 3:03 PM

Khartoum, Jan 3 (IANS) At least 22 people have been killed and 25 others injured in armed clashes in Sudan's East Darfur state, Xinhua reported.

Explore Telugu's antiquity, enable its growth: Pranab

December 27, 2012 at 8:05 PM

Tirupati, Dec 27 (IANS) President Pranab Mukherjee Thursday called for exploring the antiquity of Telugu language and civilization and for making every effort for its healthy growth and development.

Telangana writers, cultural groups boycott World Telugu Conference

December 27, 2012 at 3:17 PM

Hyderabad, Dec 27 (IANS) Telugu literary figures and cultural organisations from Telangana in Andhra Pradesh boycotted the fourth World Telugu Conference, which got underway at Tirupati Thursday.

Special ministry in Andhra for promotion of Telugu

December 27, 2012 at 3:01 PM

Tirupati, Dec 27 (IANS) The fourth World Telugu Conference (WTC) began in this temple town Thursday with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Kiran Kumar Reddy announcing that a separate ministry would be created for the promotion and development of Telugu language in the state.

Create platforms to provide greater exposure to Indian languages: Mukherjee

December 27, 2012 at 2:13 PM

Tirupati, Dec. 27 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Thursday called upon all stakeholders to provide greater exposure to Indian languages so that the creativity embedded in Indian literature is spread across the world.

President to inaugurate World Telugu Conference in Tirupati today

December 27, 2012 at 11:09 AM

Tirupati, Dec 27 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee will inaugurate the fourth World Telugu Conference at Tirupati today.