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

Descendants of Goans to revisit state under youth programme

May 15, 2013 at 5:10 PM

Panaji, May 15 (IANS) Descendants of Goans, who fled their villages centuries ago to escape religious inquisition during the Portuguese regime, will be brought to Goa as part of a youth programme, a minister said Wednesday.

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.

Goa offers olive branch to transporters opposing fee

May 13, 2013 at 9:18 PM

Panaji, May 13 (IANS) Reaching out to transporters who have enforced a virtual indefinite embargo on Goa over a controversial "entry fee" from the wee hours of Monday, the government promised to issue concessional passes for regular goods carriers.

Modi magic fails to work in Karnataka

May 8, 2013 at 7:52 PM

Bangalore, May 8 (IANS) The BJP's rout in Karnataka Wednesday has taken some sheen off the party's poster boy Narendra Modi, who had been billed as a star vote-getter.

Modi magic fails to work in Karnataka

May 8, 2013 at 6:16 PM

Bangalore, May 8 (IANS) The BJP's rout in Karnataka Wednesday has taken some sheen off the party's poster boy Narendra Modi, who had been billed as a star vote-getter.

Beware of electing Congress, Modi cautions Karnataka voters

May 2, 2013 at 11:16 PM

Mangalore/Belgaum, May 2 (IANS) Senior BJP leader and Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi Thursday cautioned Karnataka's electorate against voting for the Congress in the state legislative assembly poll May 5, as it had failed on all fronts at the national level.

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.

Rajnath Singh questions Govt.'s silence over Chinese incursion issue

April 22, 2013 at 8:28 PM

Belgaum, Apr. 22 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Rajnath Singh on Monday hit out at the Congress-led UPA Government at the Centre on the issue of incursion by Chinese troops in Ladakh.

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.

EC pulls up Maharashtra Home Minister R.R. Patil

April 16, 2013 at 8:44 PM

New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) The Election Commission (EC) Tuesday expressed its displeasure saying that Maharashtra Home Minister R.R. Patil had violated the model code of conduct during a speech at Belgaum in Karnataka.

Truckers threaten Goa blockade

April 16, 2013 at 2:44 PM

Panaji, April 16 (IANS) Hundreds of truckers and trade associations from Karnataka and Maharashtra Tuesday threatened to blockade Goa after it imposed a hefty tax on non-state vehicles entering its territory.

Unrest in Guantanamo prison quelled

April 14, 2013 at 2:28 PM

Washington, April 14 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Guards at the Guantanamo prison fired less-than-lethal rounds in a clash with detainees wielding "improvised weapons", the US Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) has said.

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: 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.

Sino-Indian border is calm, says army chief

April 7, 2013 at 5:56 PM

Barrackpore (West Bengal), April 7 (IANS) Indian Army chief General Bikram Singh Sunday said "peace and tranquility" now prevails on the Sino-Indian border.

NHRC takes up case of 97 made bonded labourers in Karnataka

April 5, 2013 at 9:49 PM

New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Friday issued notice to authorities in Belgaum district of Karnatka over 97 people being allegedly forced into bonded labour.

Suspended Goa mines employee held for realtor's murder

March 26, 2013 at 3:54 PM

Panaji, March 26 (IANS) A suspended mines department employee had masterminded the killing of a small time real estate dealer, who was found dead with his throat slit March 21, Goa Police claimed Tuesday.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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.

'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.

SC extends stay on execution of Veerappan's aides till further orders

February 20, 2013 at 12:41 PM

New Delhi, Feb. 20 (ANI): The Supreme Court today extended the stay on execution of death sentence of four aides of sandalwood smuggler Veerappan, till further orders.

Supreme Court to hear petitions of Veerappan's aides

February 20, 2013 at 10:41 AM

New Delhi, Feb. 20 (ANI): The Supreme Court will today take up the plea of four associates of sandalwood bandit Veerappan who are on death row at the Belgaum Central Jail in Karnataka.

Apex court stays Veerappan aides' hanging, kin relieved

February 18, 2013 at 8:41 PM

New Delhi/Chennai, Feb 18 (IANS) The Supreme Court Monday suspended till Wednesday the execution of death sentence of the four aides of sandalwood smuggler Veerappan, whose mercy petition was rejected Feb 12. The kin of the four death row convicts hailed the order.

Supreme Court stays execution of Veerappan's aides till Wednesday

February 18, 2013 at 12:57 PM

New Delhi, Feb. 18 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Monday stayed the execution of four aides of Sandalwood bandit Veerappan till Wednesday.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

President rejects mercy plea of death row convict

January 14, 2013 at 5:29 PM

New Delhi, Jan 14 (IANS) President Pranab Mukherjee has rejected the mercy plea of death row convict Saibanna Ningappa Natikar, who had murdered his wife and daughter.

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.

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......................

Bus driver held for molestation in Karnataka

January 5, 2013 at 5:51 PM

Haveri, Jan 5 (IANS) A 40-year-old bus driver was arrested Saturday here for allegedly molesting a woman passenger travelling from Bangalore to Belgaum in this Karnataka district, police said.

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".

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.

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.

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.

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.

BJP adopts cautious approach on taking action against Yeddyurappa loyalists

December 12, 2012 at 9:12 PM

Belgaum (Karnataka), Dec.12 (ANI): The core committee of the Karnataka unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday decided to adopt a cautious approach in initiating action against 13 MLAs who extended support to former state chief minister B.S. Yeddyurappa when he launched his own party on December 9 at Haveri.

BJP puts off action against Karnataka rebels

December 12, 2012 at 4:01 PM

Belgaum (Karnataka), Dec 12 (IANS) The ruling BJP in Karnataka Wednesday put off action against 14 assembly and seven legislative council members for backing the new outfit, Karnataka Janata Party, floated by the party's former leader B.S. Yeddyurappa.

Karnataka stops Cauvery water release to Tamil Nadu

December 10, 2012 at 7:28 PM

Belgaum, Dec 10 (IANS) Karnataka has stopped release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu from late Sunday, Chief Minister Jagadish Shettar said here Monday.

BJP dares Yeddyurappa to topple Shettar government

December 10, 2012 at 5:12 PM

Belgaum (Karnataka), Dec 10 (IANS) Karnataka's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party Monday dared its former leader B.S. Yeddyurappa to topple the Jagadish Shettar government, a day after he challenged the chief minister to prove his majority or quit.

Yeddyurappa dares Shettar to quit, dissolve assembly

December 9, 2012 at 6:12 PM

Haveri (Karnataka), Dec 9 (IANS) Former Karnataka chief minister B.S. Yeddyurappa Sunday dared incumbent Jagadish Shettar to resign and dissolve the legislative assembly to pave way for an early election, which is otherwise due in April/May 2013.

Indian boxers upset as IABF faces ban over 'manipulation of election'

December 8, 2012 at 11:48 AM

Visakhapatnam, Dec 8 (ANI): Indian pugilists are upset over International Boxing Association's (AIBA) decision to suspend the country's boxing federation over "possible manipulation" of its elections, in the wake of a wider Olympic ban that has left sports in India reeling.

Yeddyurappa's presence at Belgaum rattles BJP

December 7, 2012 at 9:16 PM

Belgaum (Karnataka), Dec 7 (IANS) Presence of former chief minister B.S. Yeddyurappa in this northern Karnataka city Friday and his meeting with some ministers and lawmakers of the ruling BJP during the winter session of the state legislature rattled the party's state leaders.

Karnataka CM to meet PM Friday over Cauvery water row

December 6, 2012 at 8:28 PM

Belgaum (Karnataka), Dec 6 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister Jagadish Shettar Thursday announced that he will lead a delegation to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Friday to seek relief for the state on the issue of Cauvery water release to Tamil Nadu.

Congress against Cauvery water release to Tamil Nadu

December 6, 2012 at 6:53 PM

Belgaum (Karnataka), Dec 6 (IANS) The Congress's Karnataka unit Thursday opposed release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu in spite of the Supreme Court's directive to the state to do so.

Karnataka assembly meets amid rumblings in ruling BJP

December 5, 2012 at 3:56 PM

Belgaum (Karnataka), Dec 5 (IANS) The Karnataka legislature Wednesday began its winter session here amid uncertainty over the BJP government's survival in the wake of former chief minister B.S. Yeddyurappa quitting the party to lead his own outfit.

Poorna to play Pakistani woman in 'Criminal Justice' (With Image)

December 5, 2012 at 1:24 PM

New Delhi, Dec 5 (IANS) Actress Poorna Jagannathan, who played a journalist in the hit adult comedy "Delhi Belly", has bagged a role in HBO's drama series "Criminal Justice". She will play the role of Safar Khan, a Pakistani woman, whose son is accused of committing a murder.

Ahead of assembly session, Yeddyurappa dares BJP

December 4, 2012 at 8:52 PM

Belgaum (Karnataka), Dec 4 (IANS) Karnataka's ruling BJP faces a tough assembly session from Wednesday as it stares at a split in its ranks following its former chief minister B.S. Yeddyurappa's decision to quit the party to lead his own outfit.

Karnataka legislature session fraught with tension

December 3, 2012 at 12:44 PM

Belgaum (Karnataka), Dec 3 (IANS) The winter session of the Karnataka legislature begins Wednesday, amid doubts over the very survival of the Jagadish Shettar government.

Survival pangs, as Karnataka legislature meets Dec 5

December 3, 2012 at 10:04 AM

Belgaum (Karnataka), Dec 3 (IANS) The winter session of the Karnataka legislature begins Wednesday, amid doubts over its survival, as many ruling BJP legislators are likely to attend the Dec 9 launch of the new outfit headed by former chief minister B.S. Yeddyurappa.

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.

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.

Ireland for statutory probe into Savita's death

November 23, 2012 at 8:58 PM

Bangalore, Nov 23 (IANS) Ireland will conduct a statutory inquiry into the death of Indian dentist Savita Halappanavar, 31, in Galway Oct 28 due to blood poisoning after doctors allegedly refused to terminate her pregnancy on ethical grounds, an Irish minister said Friday.

Irish Minister condoles tragic death of Dr. Savita Halappanavar

November 23, 2012 at 5:14 PM

Bangalore/Belgaum, Nov.23 (ANI): The Government of Ireland will frame guidelines for medical practitioners in tackling intricate situations while treating pregnant women with foetal complications in future, said that country's Junior Minister of Training and Skills Ciaran Cannon on Friday.

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.

Indian woman's grieving father pleads to Irish PM for 'change in abortion law to save lives'

November 18, 2012 at 11:15 AM

Dublin, Nov. 18 (ANI): The father of an Indian woman, who died after being refused an emergency abortion in Ireland, has appealed directly to the Irish Prime Minister Enda Kenny to change the country's legislation on abortion.

Rallies in Bangalore, Belgaum protest Savita's death

November 16, 2012 at 10:58 PM

Bangalore, Nov 16 (IANS) Demonstrations were held here and in Belgaum Friday to protest the death of Savita Halappanavar in an Irish hospital after doctors there reportedly declined to abort her foetus on the ground that Ireland is a "Catholic country".

Savita's parents call for changes in Irish abortion law

November 15, 2012 at 11:14 PM

Belgaum (Karnataka), Nov 15 (IANS) Parents of Savita Halappanavar, who died in an Irish hospital after doctors reportedly declined to abort her foetus on the ground that Ireland is Catholic country, Thursday sought changes in Irish law to prevent such tragedies.

Family of Savita Halappanavar blames Irish law, medical negligence for her death

November 15, 2012 at 4:58 PM

Belgaum (Karnataka), Nov.15 (ANI): The family of Savita Halappanavar, the Indian dentist who died last month in Ireland after she was refused an abortion by hospital authorities citing religious grounds, blamed the Irish law against abortion and the negligence of hospital staff for her death.

Outrage on Twitter over Indian woman's death

November 15, 2012 at 4:10 PM

Dublin/New Delhi, Nov 15 (IANS) Sadness, anger and outrage ruled in the virtual world on the death of Indian woman Savita Halappanavar in an Ireland hospital after she was allegedly denied an abortion in the pro-life Catholic country.

India-Maldives joint military training exercise begins in Belgaum today

November 12, 2012 at 8:35 PM

New Delhi, Nov. 12 (ANI): In an endeavor to enhance the close military cooperation between the two countries, the fourth joint military training exercise between the Indian Army and the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) - EKUVERIN 2012 - is being held in Belgaum from November 12 to 25.

Yeddyurappa denies meeting Jaitley, firm on new party

November 11, 2012 at 5:15 PM

Bangalore, Nov 11 (IANS) Former Karnataka chief minister B.S. Yeddyurappa Sunday denied meeting BJP leader Arun Jaitley and remained firm on launching his own party even as the BJP seemed reluctant to let go of him.

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.

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.