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Facebook to revise violent content 'at all levels'

May 22, 2013 at 6:38 PM

London, May 22 (ANI): Facebook is facing criticism regarding its content policy after videos showing people being beheaded were reported.

Dress your home with soft, colourful furnishings

May 22, 2013 at 4:22 PM

New Delhi, May 22 (IANS) How about adding some colour and jazz to your home this season with new bedsheets, bed covers and blankets in bright and bold shades and contemporary designs?

England opener Nick Compton faces pre-Ashes attack from OZ pacer Siddle

May 22, 2013 at 4:14 PM

London, May 22 (ANI): Australia's ace spearhead Peter Siddle kick started an Ashes war of words by targeting England opener Nick Compton.

Nikki Sixx lashes out at Kim K for promoting make-up line during Okla. tornado

May 22, 2013 at 4:06 PM

New York, May 22 (ANI): Nikki Sixx has slammed Kim Kardashian on Twitter for promoting her new make-up collection on Monday in the aftermath of the disastrous tornado that destroyed a suburb near Oklahoma City.

LiLo sued for $5 million

May 22, 2013 at 3:34 PM

Washington, May 22 (ANI): Lindsay Lohan has been sued for 5 million dollars by a clothing company, DNAM

`China-Pakistan have all-weather strategic ties'

May 22, 2013 at 12:14 PM

Islamabad, May 22 (IANS) Li Keqiang left India for Pakistan Wednesday, the second stop of his first overseas trip as China's premier. Xinhua described the Islamabad-Beijing ties as an "all-weather strategic partnership".

Jessica Alba honoured for philanthropy

May 22, 2013 at 9:10 AM

Los Angeles, May 22 (IANS) Actress Jessica Alba has been honoured in recognition of her philanthropic efforts towards children-related issues.

Syria asserts right to respond to Israeli violations

May 22, 2013 at 4:38 AM

Damascus, May 22 (IANS) They Syrian government has said that it holds the right to respond to any Israeli violation against its sovereignty.

Karnataka CM promises cheaper rice for lower middle-class families

May 21, 2013 at 9:34 PM

Mysore, May 21 (IANS) The Congress, which wrested power from BJP in Karnataka early this month, is taking forward its pledge of 30kg rice at Re.1 a kg for poor families with a plan to offer rice at less than Rs.9 a kg for the lower middle-income group in the state.

Vodafone Indian unit says public offering unlikely this year

May 21, 2013 at 7:50 PM

New Delhi, May 21 (ANI): A planned initial public offering of Vodafone Group Plc's Indian unit is unlikely this year, says the unit's Chief Executive Marten Pieters in New Delhi.

Khloe Kardashian's clothing line yanks t-shirt for violating copyright law

May 21, 2013 at 5:26 PM

New York, May 21 (ANI): A high-end clothing line backed by Khloe Kardashian yanked a New York-themed t-shirt from its website Monday, hours after Gov. Cuomo's administration warned the item may be violating copyright law.

Victoria's Secret rejects plea for breast cancer survivor bras

May 21, 2013 at 4:06 PM

Washington, May 21 (ANI): Victoria's Secret has rejected a woman's appeal for a "survivor line" of bras.

'2018 FIFA World Cup stadium may be delayed until 2017'

May 21, 2013 at 2:30 PM

St. Petersburg, May 21 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The completion date for Zenit St. Petersburg's $1.1 billion stadium has been put back again and it may not open until 2017, a decade after construction work began, the head of the government agency auditing the project said.

MJ 'did not sign' Conrad Murray's AEG Contract

May 21, 2013 at 12:38 PM

Washington, May 21 (ANI): Michael Jackson's personal physician Conrad Murray, who is currently serving time for involuntary manslaughter, never received any money from the superstar's concert promoters as the late singer died before signing on the medic's contract.

Love for shopping led to Ayesha Kapur's own label

May 20, 2013 at 5:34 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) "Black" fame actress Ayesha Kapur enjoys shopping for accessories so much that she decided to make it her business and launched her own label - Ayesha Accessories.

Syria army regains large part of strategic al-Qussair city

May 20, 2013 at 3:02 PM

Beijing, May 20 (Xinhua-ANI): The Syrian army on Sunday launched a wide-scale operation to recapture the border city of al-Qussair near Lebanon, and has regained large swathes of the strategic city, local media reported.

Kerr suffers wardrobe malfunction

May 20, 2013 at 12:54 PM

Los Angeles, May 20 (IANS) Supermodel Miranda Kerr suffered a wardrobe malfunction at the Miami Beach while she was shooting an ad campaign.

Colourful socks trending among fashion loving men

May 20, 2013 at 11:26 AM

New York, May 20 (ANI): Men are putting their best foot forward by kicking safe black socks to the curb in favor of bright colours and dashing prints.

Johansson's directorial debut ready for shoot

May 20, 2013 at 8:46 AM

Los Angeles, May 20 (IANS) Actress Scarlett Johansson's directorial debut will go on the floors this years, after being delayed for almost two years.

Kirani James talks up Grenada relay team

May 19, 2013 at 5:02 PM

Shanghai, May 19 (IANS/CMC) World and Olympic 400 metre champion Kirani James has warned that Grenada is capable of producing a relay team as a force to be reckoned with in world athletics.

Kirani James outpaces rivals to win in Shanghai

May 19, 2013 at 4:30 PM

Shanghai, May 19 (IANS/CMC) World and Olympic champion Kirani James powered to victory against his main rivals from London 2012 Olympics in the 400 metres at Shanghai's Diamond League meet.

Spice up vacation with stylish loungewear

May 18, 2013 at 5:42 PM

New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) So what if you're on vacation? Pack your loungewear well to keep your fashion quotient high, say designer duo Shivan & Narresh.

Reaching play-offs is great achievement: Rahul Dravid

May 18, 2013 at 12:46 PM

Hyderabad, May 18 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals captain Rahul Dravid believes reaching play-offs in the Indian Premier League (IPL) was a great achievement of his team and said they were looking forward to playing the semi-finals.

Brazilian firm to build thermal plant in Peru

May 18, 2013 at 11:10 AM

Lima, May 18 (IANS/EFE) Genrent do Brasil has been awarded a concession to build a 70 MW thermoelectric plant and temporarily supply electricity to the Peruvian Amazon city of Iquitos, authorities said.

Emulate Chhattisgarh Food Act, BJP tells Congress

May 17, 2013 at 8:46 PM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) Accusing the Congress of a callous and casual approach towards the poor, the BJP Friday asked the UPA government to emulate the Chhattisgarh Food Security Act as it covers a higher proportion of the population and provides foodgrain at a cheaper cost.

Tyson, Holyfield may reunite for Moscow fight

May 17, 2013 at 5:26 PM

Moscow, May 17 (IANS/RIA Novosti) It has been 16 years since Mike Tyson bit off a chunk of Evander Holyfield's ear, but the two old rivals could now meet again at a world title fight, albeit as friendly spectators.

Horrific new video appears showing Syrian rebel executing Assad soldiers

May 17, 2013 at 3:50 PM

Washington, May 17 (ANI): A new video has emerged on the Internet showing a Syrian rebel leader summarily executing a line of kneeling soldiers loyal to President Bashar al-Assad regime with bullets.

Robson's accusations sickening: MJ's nephew

May 17, 2013 at 2:46 PM

Los Angeles, May 17 (IANS) Michael Jackson's nephew Taj Jackson finds dancer-choreographer Wade Robson's accusations that his uncle had molested him when he was a child "sickening". He says he will "defend" his late uncle at any cost.

How male reed warbler ensures he's real daddy of chicks

May 17, 2013 at 2:22 PM

Washington, May 17 (ANI): To ensure paternity, male reed warblers aggressively try to chase off competitors and to keep potentially "double-dealing" females in line, a new study has found.

Boston bombings suspect left 'collateral damage' note in boat

May 17, 2013 at 2:22 PM

London, May 17 (ANI): Boston marathon bombings suspect wrote a message in a boat where he hid after the blasts, describing victims of the attack as 'collateral damage'.

Becks' lucrative fortune from brand Beckham

May 17, 2013 at 12:38 PM

London, May 17 (ANI): Football ace David Beckham's endorsements have earned him many millions, with marketing experts dubbing him Brand Beckham.

Karnataka CM calls on PM; seeks more rice for state

May 16, 2013 at 8:54 PM

New Delhi/Bangalore, May 16 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah Thursday called on Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and sought additional quantity of rice from the central government to implement the subsidised rice scheme for the poor.

Riquelme leads Boca to Libertadores quarterfinals

May 16, 2013 at 2:14 PM

Sao Paulo, May 16 (IANS) A stunning Juan Roman Riquelme strike sent Boca Juniors into the Copa Libertadores football quarterfinals and eliminated reigning champions Corinthians courtesy a 2-1 aggregate score.

Clarke confident 'doctored' English spin will not deter Oz pace battery

May 16, 2013 at 9:42 AM

Sydney, May 16 (ANI): Australian captain Michael Clarke is confident that any attempt by England to prepare spinning wickets and doctor pitches during the Ashes will be blown away by his imposing pace battery despite his team's troubled Indian tour.

Ben Affleck designs shoe range for charity

May 16, 2013 at 3:18 AM

Los Angeles, May 16 (IANS) Actor Ben Affleck has reportedly designed a shoe range and its sale will benefit his charitable organisation - the Eastern Congo initiative.

Pilot killed in light plane crash in Russia

May 16, 2013 at 3:18 AM

Moscow, May 16 (IANS/RIA Novosti) An Antonov An-2 light plane crashed in southern Russia's Stavropol region, killing the pilot, police said.

Four Zambian players cleared of match-fixing

May 15, 2013 at 6:30 PM

Lusaka (Zambia), May 15 (IANS) Football authorities in Zambia have cleared four players who had been convicted of match-fixing in Finland so that they can start playing in the local league.

Rihanna dedicates summer collection to crew, loyal fans

May 15, 2013 at 2:38 PM

London, May 15 (IANS) Pop star Rihanna says her second collection for designer store River Island is dedicated to her crew and loyal followers.

Glamourise your wardrobe

May 14, 2013 at 4:14 PM

New Delhi, May 14 (IANS) Floral print dresses, corset and bustier saris are a few must-items to make your wardrobe trendy.

Kava plant holds promise against anxiety

May 14, 2013 at 3:02 PM

Melbourne, May 13 (ANI): Australian scientists believe that the South Pacific kava plant could be an effective and safe treatment for anxiety.

'Brave' co-director slams Disney's 'sexualised' Princess Merida redesign

May 14, 2013 at 2:22 PM

London, May 14 (ANI): Disney is under heavy criticism for creating a "glammed-up" version of Princess Merida from the Pixar's fantasy fairytale 'Brave' for a new toy line.

Police release surveillance images of Mother's Day shooting (Third Lead)

May 13, 2013 at 9:42 PM

Washington, May 13 (IANS) Police have released video surveillance of a suspect wanted in the Mother's Day parade shooting in New Orleans, the largest city in Indian American Governor Bobby Jindal's state of Louisiana, injuring at least 19 people.

New Orleans Mother's Day shooting injures 19

May 13, 2013 at 5:34 PM

Washington, May 13 (IANS) In another mass shooting incident in the US, gunmen opened fire on a Mother's Day parade in New Orleans, the largest city in Indian-American Governor Bobby Jindal's state of Louisiana, injuring 19 people.

Rice at Re.1 per kg for poor families in Karnataka

May 13, 2013 at 3:58 PM

Bangalore, May 13 (IANS) Thirty kg of rice per month will be sold at Re.1 per kg for BPL (below poverty line) families across Karnataka from June 1, newly sworn-in state Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced here Monday.

UN chief hails peacekeepers' release in Golan Heights

May 13, 2013 at 5:10 AM

United Nations, May 13 (IANS) UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has welcomed the release of four Filipino peacekeepers captured by Syrian rebels in the Golan Heights last week.

Keller to coach Schalke till 2015

May 12, 2013 at 3:34 PM

Berlin, May 12 (IANS) After long speculation of the media, Jens Keller finally agreed with Schalke on a two-year deal, the club confirmed on its official homepage.

Brazil's official World Cup musical instrument banned

May 12, 2013 at 3:26 PM

Rio de Janeiro, May 12 (IANS) Police in Brazil have banned the use of the caxirola - the country's version of the vuvuzela - from a 2014 World Cup football stadium amid safety concerns.

Natasha Giggs treats new guy to romantic New York break

May 12, 2013 at 2:22 PM

London, May 12 (ANI): Natasha Giggs treated her new fella Mike Smith to a romantic New York break as part of a "divorce present" celebration, it has been revealed.

Motorsports: Podium for Raj Bharath

May 11, 2013 at 8:54 PM

Zhuhai (China), May 11 (IANS) After clinching a stunning pole position on his debut in the Formula Masters series, India's 18-year old Raj Bharath secured his first podium finish of the season here Saturday as he came in third in the first race and followed it up with a sixth in the next outing.

Boston suspect buried in small town in Virginia

May 11, 2013 at 4:22 PM

Washington, May 11 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The body of Boston Marathon bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev was buried in a Muslim cemetery in a small town in Virginia known for a sprawling, popular amusement park.

Turkey claims having evidence of chemical weapons use in Syria

May 11, 2013 at 2:30 PM

London, May 11 (ANI): Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has told US media he has evidence that Syria used chemical weapons against opposition forces.

Muslims outraged over Boston bombings suspect's secret burial in Virginia

May 11, 2013 at 2:30 PM

London, May 11 (ANI): The Islamic community in Virginia is outraged after it emerged that a Boston bombing suspect was buried at a nearby rural cemetery.

Kardashians 'forced to rename beauty line' following lawsuit

May 11, 2013 at 1:18 PM

New York, May 11 (ANI): The Kardashian sisters- Kourtney, Kim and Khloe- were forced to change the name of their makeup line from 'Khroma Beauty' to 'Kardashian Beauty' after nearly a yearlong trademark battle with Florida based cosmetics company 'Kroma'.

CRPF sets up camps to combat Maoist activities in Gaya

May 11, 2013 at 1:02 PM

Gaya, May 11 (ANI): Troopers from the paramilitary Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) set up camps along a crucial supply line of Maoists to combat their activities in the Gaya.

Johnnie Walker makes Double Black permanent member of whisky line

May 11, 2013 at 12:30 PM

New York, May 11 (ANI): Johnnie Walker has added the robust, harder-to-find Double Black to its whisky family.

Suri Cruise to launch fashion range

May 11, 2013 at 8:22 AM

New York, May 11 (IANS) Actors Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes' daughter Suri Cruise is all set to launch her own fashion line.

Rohit Kamra showcases menswear line at RFW 2013 offsite show

May 10, 2013 at 10:38 PM

Jaipur, May 10 (IANS) A major attraction of the second edition of Rajasthan Fashion Week (RFW) 2013 was an offsite show by Jaipur-based designer Rohit Kamra, who showcased his menswear collection at the pool side area of the Fairmont hotel.

Ashok Leyland to launch three vehicles, invest Rs.600 crore in 2013-14

May 10, 2013 at 5:50 PM

Chennai, May 10 (IANS) Commercial vehicle major Ashok Leyland Ltd will be launching three new vehicles, including a passenger carrier, and investing around Rs.600 crore this year while rejigging its organisational structure in line with its mission to be one of the top 10 truck-makers and top five bus-makers in the world, said a top company official.

Boston suspect spends 23 hours a day alone in jail cell

May 10, 2013 at 4:38 PM

Boston, May 10 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Wearing a bright orange prison jumpsuit, Boston marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev spends 23 hours a day alone inside a small cell in a high-security housing unit at a federal medical detention centre in Devens, Massachusetts, a prison spokesman said.

Russian paratroopers to get drones

May 10, 2013 at 4:22 PM

Moscow, May 10 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russian paratrooper divisions will receive unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs or drones) within the next three to five years, a top military official said Friday.

Bernardo Bertolucci to lead Venice film festival jury

May 10, 2013 at 1:18 PM

London, May 10 (ANI): Oscar-winning Italian director Bernardo Bertolucci is will lead the jury of the prestigious 70th Venice film festival, organizers of the event announced on Thursday.

Nokia unveils $99 smartphone in bid to revive struggling firm

May 10, 2013 at 11:18 AM

Sydney, May 10 (ANI): Nokia has launched low-priced phones with Internet capability to help it regain lost ground in crucial emerging markets.

Miley Cyrus tops Maxim's Hot 100 List

May 10, 2013 at 9:42 AM

New York, May 10 (ANI): Miley Cyrus has seen off competition from Selena Gomez and Rihanna to be named as No. 1 on Maxim's Hot 100 List.

Russia could help in resolution of Syrian conflict: US expert

May 9, 2013 at 9:10 PM

Washington, May 9 (IANS/RIA Novosti) While an internationally brokered resolution of the Syrian conflict may not yet be within sight, Russia is in a position to play a crucial role in pushing the Syrian elites to accept a transition process, an American expert has said.

Farhan Akhtar to endorse smartphone

May 9, 2013 at 7:46 PM

New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) Actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar has been named the new face of smartphones brand Intex Technologies and he says the products are value-for-money.

I don't think TV interests me at all: Divya Dutta

May 9, 2013 at 6:24 PM

Mumbai, May 9 (IANS) She had her stint on the small screen with shows like "Shanno Ki Shaadi", but Divya Dutta is not interested in the medium anymore.

Missoni fashion house founder dies at 92

May 9, 2013 at 4:40 PM

Rome, May 9 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Ottavio Missoni, co-founder of the famous Italian fashion house Missoni, died Thursday at the age of 92, his family said.

Amanda Bynes loves Justin Bieber's style

May 9, 2013 at 1:36 PM

New York, May 9 (IANS) Amanda Bynes, who is soon to launch a clothing line, thinks singer Justin Bieber dresses well.

China's inflation rises

May 9, 2013 at 1:36 PM

Beijing, May 9 (IANS) China's consumer price index (CPI), a main gauge of inflation, grew 2.4 percent year on year in April, up from 2.1 percent in March, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) said Thursday.

Amid border tensions, Chinese dig tunnel for Delhi Metro line (With image)

May 8, 2013 at 3:45 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Amid the media brouhaha in India over the border incursions by their troops, Chinese engineers were last week calmly tunneling in the heart of the national capital for the heritage line of the Delhi Metro network, signifying the growing commercial linkages between the two neighbours.

Moscow court upholds ban on YouTube's Halloween video

May 8, 2013 at 6:24 AM

Moscow, May 8 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Moscow Arbitration Court has upheld a ban on Halloween-themed makeup tutorial video, which has been ruled by a state watchdog as "suicide promotion".

India kept phone line open with Beijing to resolve border stand-off

May 7, 2013 at 9:28 PM

New Delhi, May 7 (IANS) India's quiet diplomacy was at work again, as New Delhi kept the phone lines with Beijing continuously ringing to defuse the 20-day stand-off on the border, conveying firmly that the Chinese troops would have to revert to status quo that existed before the April 15 incursion.

Wipro invests $30 million in US data firm

May 7, 2013 at 8:00 PM

Bangalore, May 7 (IANS) IT bellwether Wipro Tuesday invested $30 million (Rs.162 crore) for a strategic equity stake in Opera Solutions LLC, a leading privately held US-based big data science firm.

Boston bomber's mum wants body to be buried in Russia following US cemeteries' refusal

May 7, 2013 at 2:17 PM

Washington, May 7 (ANI): Boston bombing suspect's mother has expressed interest in receiving her son's body back in Russia for burial.

Towards positive engagement between India and Pakistan

May 7, 2013 at 11:52 AM

New Delhi, May 7 (ANI): Pakistan is standing on the threshold of a historic transition. The process started with the Pakistan People's Party (PPP)-led government completing its full term and paving the way for a smooth general election by handing over power to a caretaker government, and then, entering the electoral fray like any other party.

Functional 3-D 'heart patch' created in lab

May 7, 2013 at 10:57 AM

Washington, May 7 (ANI): Making a breakthrough in cell-based therapies, Duke University biomedical engineers have grown three-dimensional human heart muscle that acts just like natural tissue.

Boston suspects got what they deserved: Kadyrov

May 7, 2013 at 4:16 AM

Grozny, May 7 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Referring to them as "shaitans", Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov said he has no plans to offer any assistance to the suspects in the deadly bombings in Boston, and that the two brothers "got what they deserved".

Dress up your kids in organic clothes (With Image)

May 6, 2013 at 4:08 PM

New Delhi, May 6 (IANS) This summer bring a healthy change in your children's wardrobe. Instead of giving them synthetic clothes, choose garments made with organic fabrics.

Consistency more important than pace for fast bowlers, says Shane Bond

May 6, 2013 at 12:57 PM

Islamabad, May 6 (ANI): New Zealand bowling coach Shane Bond has said that players need to be consistent in their performances rather than striving to show their fast bowling talents.

Pato sends Corinthians to Paulista final

May 6, 2013 at 11:56 AM

Sao Paulo, May 6 (IANS) Alexandre Pato converted a decisive spot-kick as Corinthians defeated Sao Paulo 4-3 in a dramatic penalty shootout to advance to the final of the Campeonato Paulista.

Prince Harry given warnings to behave on US tour

May 6, 2013 at 9:56 AM

London, May 6 (ANI): Prince Harry, who was embroiled in a nude photo scandal when he visited Las Vegas last year, has been briefed by royal bodyguards to keep himself away from trouble this time, which includes women and alcohol.

'Smartphone chat apps taking over text messaging'

May 5, 2013 at 5:00 PM

Wellington, May 5 (ANI): Chat apps and free messaging services designed for smartphones are slowly killing text messaging with businesses and teenagers shifting their way of communication.

Just 118k pounds of Amy Winehouse's 10mln-pound fortune left

May 5, 2013 at 3:56 PM

London, May 5 (ANI): Latest available accounts published this week reveal that there is less than 180,000 pounds left in Amy Winehouse's six music companies, despite the singer being reportedly worth 10 million pounds at the height of her success.

Amanda Seyfried named 'new face of Givenchy fragrances'

May 5, 2013 at 2:20 PM

New York, May 5 (ANI): Amanda Seyfried has stepped into the fashion world, as she has been named the new face of Givenchy fragrances.

BJP's Venkaiah Naidu falls in line at polling booth

May 5, 2013 at 12:44 PM

Bangalore, May 5 (IANS) Ruling BJP's senior leader and lawmaker M. Venkaiah Naidu had a taste of the people's power Sunday when he was snubbed by voters when he tried to muscle his way into a polling booth with party workers and supporters, jumping the queue.

Sunrisers see themselves closer to semifinals

May 5, 2013 at 11:56 AM

Hyderabad, May 5 (IANS) With yet another win at home, Sunrisers Hyderabad see themselves closer to reaching the semifinals of the Indian Premier League.

Syria efforts aimed at political dialogue: UN

May 4, 2013 at 7:32 PM

United Nations, May 4 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The parties to the conflict in Syria should seek political dialogue, the UN suggested Friday, after Russia expressed readiness to hold talks with all representatives of the Syrian opposition.

Get trendy with bright maxis, sarongs on beach holiday!

May 4, 2013 at 6:20 PM

New Delhi, May 4 (IANS) Are you planning a seaside vacation? A leading international brand has launched a special range of colourful holiday wear.

Ayushmann Khurrana and Arjun Rampal sizzle on ramp for Blackberry Sharp Night

May 4, 2013 at 5:08 PM

New Delhi, May 4 (ANI): Ayushmann Khurrana and Arjun Rampal scorched the ramp at Blackberry's Sharp Night event showcasing their all-new spring summer collection in Mumbai.

Mother-son duo sells kinky clothes and sex toys

May 4, 2013 at 2:44 PM

New York, May 4 (ANI): A mother-son duo from New York, are making a name for themselves by selling kinky boots - and other sexy paraphernalia.

Spain to get time till 2016 to reduce deficit: EU

May 4, 2013 at 10:44 AM

Brussels, May 4 (IANS/EFE) Spain will be given time till 2016 to bring its budget deficit down below 3 percent of gross domestic product, in line with European Union mandates, European Commissioner for Economic and Monetary Affairs Olli Rehn said Friday.

Preordering lunch increases healthier choices among students

May 4, 2013 at 10:36 AM

Washington, May 4 (ANI): Researchers at the Cornell Center for Behavioral Economics in Child Nutrition Programs (B.E.N. Center) have found that preordering lunch would nudge students to make healthier choices.

Moscow ready to talk to Syrian rebels

May 4, 2013 at 4:20 AM

Ljubljana (Slovenia), May 4 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Moscow is ready to hold talks with all representatives of the Syrian opposition, including Salim Idriss, leader of the Free Syrian Army, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said.

Aishwarya, Sonam, Freida to walk Cannes red carpet

May 3, 2013 at 3:32 PM

New Delhi, May 3 (IANS) Indian actresses Aishwarya Rai, Sonam Kapoor and Freida Pinto will walk the red carpet at the forthcoming Cannes International Film Festival on different occasions. They will sport looks inspired by Bollywood's different eras.

China's non-manufacturing sector shrinks

May 3, 2013 at 2:04 PM

Beijing, May 3 (IANS) China's non-manufacturing sector contracted in April, according to official figures issued Friday.

Boston bombing suspects originally planned July 4 attack

May 3, 2013 at 12:44 PM

Washington, May. 3 (ANI): The accused Boston Marathon bombers had originally planned to target a Fourth of July celebration in Boston, one of the suspects said.

'Mud' artistically captivating, don't miss it (IANS Movie Review)

May 3, 2013 at 12:20 PM

Film: "Mud"; Cast: Matthew McConaughey, Tye Sheridan, Jacob Lofland, Reese Witherspoon, Sam Shepard, Ray McKinnon, Sarah Paulson, Michael Shannon; Director: Jeff Nichols; Rating: ***

Starc confident 'underdogs' Oz will prove doubters wrong in Ashes

May 3, 2013 at 10:04 AM

Sydney, May 3 (ANI): Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc has said that his team is determined to prove their doubters wrong in the upcoming Ashes series in England, although he added that they will willingly embrace their underdog tag.

Polaris commences organisational restructuring

May 2, 2013 at 4:12 PM

Chennai, May 2 (IANS) Polaris Financial Technology is going in for an organisational restructuring and would soon finalise a consultant for this, company chairman Arun Jain said Thursday.

Celebrity diving show 'excessive'

May 2, 2013 at 3:24 PM

Beijing, May 2 (IANS) The flagship daily of China's Communist party Thursday criticized two TV stations for airing a reality show featuring celebrities exhibiting diving skills, saying the show was "excessive".