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MJ's bedroom pics show drugs, drips and oxygen tanks

June 13, 2013 at 2:12 PM

London, June 13 (ANI): Michael Jackson's bedroom pictures show large volume of medical supplies littered around the singer's bedroom at the time of his death.

Bayern coach Jupp Heynckes takes a break

June 5, 2013 at 12:49 PM

Berlin, June 5 (IANS) Bayern's coach Jupp Heynckes has announced his plans to go on a sabbatical and ended speculations that he would take charge at Real Madrid or other European top-flight clubs.

Russian law bans smoking in public places takes effect

June 3, 2013 at 12:01 PM

Moscow, June 3 (IANS/EFE) A restrictive anti-tobacco law that bans smoking in most public places has come into effect in Russia, where close to 400,000 people die yearly from tobacco-related illnesses.

Warner Bros accused of forsaking stuntman who nearly died while filming `Hangover Part II`

June 2, 2013 at 10:49 AM

Sydney, Jun. 2 (ANI): Warner Bros has reportedly stopped paying the medical bills of Ed Helms' stunt double Scott McLean, who has permanent brain damage and ongoing seizures after his head was smashed during a badly timed stunt involving an oncoming vehicle in 'The Hangover Part II.'

Murray 'deliberately boring' in interviews to stay away from 'controversial aftermaths'

June 1, 2013 at 11:13 AM

London, Jun 1 (ANI): British tennis ace Andy Murray has revealed that his interviews are deliberately 'boring' as he does not want to deal with any controversial aftermaths.

Michael Lohan blames Samantha Ronson for using Lindsay

May 31, 2013 at 6:17 PM

London, May 31 (IANS) Troubled actress Lindsay Lohan's father Michael Lohan blames female-Deejay Samantha Ronson for taking advantage of his daughter when they were dating.

Orissa JEE 2013 results declared: Check results

May 30, 2013 at 5:50 PM

Orissa Joint Entrance Examination (Orissa JEE) 2013 results have been declared by the Odisha state which will be available on the official website of Odisha JEE from 9 p.m. onwards on May 30.

RuPaul taught Nicole Richie how to be drag queen

May 30, 2013 at 5:37 PM

Los Angeles, May 30 (IANS) Designer-actress Nicole Richie says actor-model RuPaul taught her how to nail the art of becoming a drag queen.

China imports amphibious hovercraft

May 30, 2013 at 4:57 PM

Beijing, May 30 (IANS) China has imported an air-cushioned landing craft that will be delivered soon to the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy, a military spokesman said Thursday.

Now, high-efficiency zinc-air batteries that are cheaper to make

May 30, 2013 at 4:34 PM

Washington, May 30 (ANI): Scientists have created an advanced zinc-air battery, which has higher catalytic activity and durability than the ones that are constructed of costly platinum and iridium catalysts.

Envelope containing anthrax mailed to Berlusconi paper

May 29, 2013 at 5:00 PM

Milan, May 29 (IANS/AKI) An envelope containing suspected anthrax spores was mailed to the Milan office of the Il Giornale newspaper, owned by the brother of former premier Silvio Berlusconi.

Chevron lends $2 bn to Venezuelan joint venture

May 29, 2013 at 11:25 AM

Caracas, May 29 (IANS/EFE) US supermajor Chevron Corp. will provide $2 billion in financing to its Petroboscan joint venture with Venezuelan state-owned oil giant PDVSA under the terms of a new agreement, officials said.

Real bidding 40 million pounds for Suarez, Liverpool resolute to keep him

May 27, 2013 at 12:52 PM

London, May 27 (ANI): Real Madrid is eyeing Reds' player Luis Suarez, for 40 million pounds, but Liverpool is ready to fight for keeping the player.

300 kg drugs seized in China

May 26, 2013 at 3:02 PM

Beijing, May 26 (IANS) Nearly 300 kg of drugs have been seized in China's Hubei province and 12 suspects detained during the latest police crackdown on people making and selling them.

New Man U boss Moyes 'imprints identity' by axing Fergie's backroom staff

May 25, 2013 at 3:58 PM

London, May 25 (ANI): New Manchester United boss David Moyes has started to imprints his own identity on the club by wielding the axe on former boss Sir Alex Ferguson's backroom staff at United.

UK universities crack down on 'preachers of hatred' following Woolwich attack

May 25, 2013 at 11:26 AM

London, May 25 (ANI): Universities in Britain have been asked to draw up guidelines on handling preachers who have a track record of inciting hatred in aftermath of the Woolwich attack.

Helen Mirren rallies for military charity

May 25, 2013 at 12:38 AM

London, May 25 (IANS) Veteran actress Helen Mirren has urged people to back a military support charity after a soldier was brutally murdered on London streets.

Groom jailed for looting own wedding venue

May 24, 2013 at 11:42 AM

London, May 24 (ANI): A groom has been arrested and locked up for looting the club that hosted his wedding reception.

Liberace role meant so much after cancer battle, says Michael Douglas

May 23, 2013 at 4:22 PM

Washington May 23 (ANI): Michael Douglas has revealed that the role of the late 'Liberace' in the upcoming movie 'Behind the Candelabra' was a beautiful gift because he got it just after his struggle with stage-four throat cancer.

Farmer chains employee, scalds him with boiling water

May 23, 2013 at 6:22 AM

Moscow, May 23 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A farmer in south Russia allegedly chained up an employee and scalded him with boiling water, police said.

China wants cyber security communication with US

May 22, 2013 at 5:50 AM

Beijing, May 22 (IANS) China has appealed for communication with the US on cyber security, Xinhua reported Tuesday.

Catherine Zeta-Jones set to return home after Bipolar II Disorder treatment

May 21, 2013 at 3:26 PM

Washington, May 21 (ANI): Catherine Zeta-Jones has completed her ongoing treatment for Bipolar II disorder and will be returning home on Tuesday, her husband Michael Douglas has said.

Sri Lankan president to visit China

May 20, 2013 at 3:26 PM

Beijing, May 20 (IANS) Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapakse will pay a state visit to China at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping between May 27 and 30, an official said Monday.

Has Ian Thorpe moved in with James Middleton?

May 19, 2013 at 5:42 PM

Melbourne, May 19(ANI): Buzz has it that 2000 Olympics medallist Ian Thorpe Thorpe and James Middleton, the brother of the Duchess of Cambridge, have become flatmates.

Bremen and coach Schaaf part after 14 years

May 16, 2013 at 6:14 PM

Berlin, May 16 (IANS) German side Werder Bremen and coach Thomas Schaaf have mutually agreed to part ways after 14 years of cooperation.

Photos, attention freak out Carey Mulligan

May 15, 2013 at 2:22 PM

Los Angeles, May 15 (IANS) Actress Carey Mulligan gets overwhelmed when she is surrounded by the press and confesses that the public's attention freaks her out.

Carey Mulligan hates being in spotlight

May 15, 2013 at 1:50 PM

Washington, May 15 (ANI): Carey Mulligan has admitted that she feels overwhelmed when she is surrounded by press and feels 'freaked out' when people look at her.

Iran can be part of solution to Syrian crisis: Egypt

May 13, 2013 at 8:54 PM

Speaking at a press conference here, Egypt's presidential spokesman Ehab Fahmi said: "Egypt considers Iran part of a solution to the Syrian crisis not part of the crisis, as some parties believe", and termed Iran an "influential" country in the region, reported Xinhua.

Wikileaks founder Assange's accuser says was targeted after sex crime claim

May 13, 2013 at 4:06 PM

London, May 13 (ANI): One of the Swedish women who accused Wikileaks founder Julian Assange of sex crimes has spoken out about the ordeal she said she suffered at the hands of her alleged abuser's mother and other supporters.

'Struggling' Broad 'inspired' by Anderson's success

May 12, 2013 at 3:10 PM

London, May 12 (ANI): England pacer Stuart Broad has said that he has been taking inspiration from the success of fellow quick James Anderson following his frequent struggles with form and fitness.

Shakira reveals sleepless nights during pregnancy

May 11, 2013 at 4:14 PM

Washington, May 11 (ANI): New mum Shakira has revealed that she had sleepless nights while expecting her first child because she drove herself crazy researching everything that could go wrong during pregnancy.

Fluminense rocked by new drug scandal

May 8, 2013 at 11:12 AM

Rio de Janeiro, May 8 (IANS) Fluminense striker Michael faces a two-year ban after testing positive for cocaine use, the football club confirmed.

Iranian foreign minister in Syria to meet Assad

May 7, 2013 at 10:08 PM

Damascus, May 7 (IANS) Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi arrived in Syria Tuesday to discuss the recent developments in the region with top Syrian officials including President Bashar al-Assad, reported Xinhua citing well-informed sources.

Keira Knightley to marry James Righton at vineyard

May 4, 2013 at 3:00 PM

London, May 4 (IANS) Actress Keira Knightley is reportedly set to marry rocker-fiance James Righton at her family's $5 million vineyard.

US trade deficit shrinks

May 3, 2013 at 11:32 AM

Washington, May 3 (IANS/EFE) The US trade deficit declined by 11 percent in March to $38.8 billion due to a drop in crude oil imports, the Commerce Department said Thursday.

US delegation commends Pak's efforts in war against terrorism

May 2, 2013 at 11:08 AM

Rawalpindi, May. 2 (ANI): A five-member US Congressional delegation, led by Senator Joe Donnelly, has commended Pakistan's efforts, role and support in the war against terrorism.

Russell Brand slapped with $500k lawsuit for running over security guard

May 1, 2013 at 3:24 PM

London, May 1 (ANI): Russell Brand has been hit with a half-million-dollar lawsuit after an LA security guard accused the comedian of running him over.

Mourinho hints at Real Madrid exit

May 1, 2013 at 3:16 PM

Madrid, May 1 (IANS) Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has hinted he will leave Real Madrid at the end of the current football season.

Nobody told me diaper duty is so demanding, says Shakira

May 1, 2013 at 2:20 PM

Washington, May 1 (ANI): Tending to son Milan's bathroom duties is what has shocked Shakira, most about motherhood.

FARC can be in politics after being disarmed: Colombia

April 30, 2013 at 1:00 PM

Havana, April 30 (IANS) The Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) rebels will be able to participate in the country's political life once they are disarmed, said the Colombian government delegation which is holding peace talks with them.

Spurs ace Bale says no idea where mystery 'potent' free kicks will end up

April 30, 2013 at 1:00 PM

London, Apr 30 (ANI): Tottenham Hotspur star Gareth Bale has confessed that he does know where his potent free kicks will end up after he unleashes them on the field.

Beyonce bans photographers from taking pics during world tour

April 29, 2013 at 4:28 PM

London, Apr (ANI): Beyonce has banned professional photographers from her current world tour, it has been revealed.

Lying to docs could be harmful for you

April 28, 2013 at 2:44 PM

Washington, Apr. 28 (ANI): Telling lies to your doctors could lead to serious health problems, a study has claimed.

Magnitsky's death tragedy, not crime: Putin

April 28, 2013 at 4:52 AM

Moscow, April 28 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The death of lawyer Sergei Magnitsky in a Moscow pre-trial detention facility was a "tragedy" Russian President Vladimir Putin said Saturday while insisting no crime had been committed.

ABBA may return, says band member

April 24, 2013 at 11:40 AM

Berlin, April 24 (IANS/EFE) Agnetha Faltskog, a member of legendary Swedish pop group ABBA, said in an interview published by the German press that she had not ruled out the possibility of reuniting the band's members for a concert.

International Airline Group to buy 18 planes

April 23, 2013 at 12:04 PM

London, April 23 (IANS/EFE) International Airline Group, parent company of Iberia and British Airways, announced Monday that it ordered 18 A350-1000s from Airbus to update BA's fleet.

(After 12) Kylie Minogue 'very much in love'

April 22, 2013 at 5:08 AM

London, April 22 (IANS) Actress-singer Kylie Minogue is 'very much in love' with Spanish model Andres Velencoso, says her friend Mathew Horne.

Napolitano re-elected Italian president

April 21, 2013 at 3:56 AM

Rome, April 21 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Italian President Giorgio Napolitano was elected for a second term Saturday.

Yoda may appear in new 'Star Wars movie spin-off'

April 19, 2013 at 4:20 PM

London, April 19 (ANI): Jedi master Yoda will reportedly appear in his very own 'Star Wars movie spin-off'.

Yohan Blake injured, out for six weeks

April 18, 2013 at 10:28 AM

Kingston (Jamaica), April 18 (IANS/CMC) World 100 metres champion Yohan Blake has been sidelined for six weeks after medical reports raised concern about an injury sustained at an event in Jamaica last weekend.

Russia rejects military intervention in Syria

April 18, 2013 at 7:24 AM

Istanbul, April 18 (IANS) Russia has rejected the idea of military intervention in conflict-ridden Syria, while warning about its repercussions.

Sharon obsessed with showbiz lifestyle: Ozzy

April 16, 2013 at 12:28 PM

Los Angeles, April 16 (IANS) Singer Ozzy Osbourne says his wife Sharon is too much into fame and that he doesn't like that kind of lifestyle.

Tom Cruise buys exercise bike for Olga Kurylenko

April 15, 2013 at 12:04 PM

London, April 15 (ANI): Tom Cruise has bought his Oblivion co-star, Olga Kurylenko, an exercise bike worth 2000 pounds, in his latest bid to win over the Ukrainian star.

Brazil midfielder Sandro resumes running

April 14, 2013 at 5:16 PM

Rio de Janeiro, April 14 (IANS) Tottenham Hotspur and Brazil international midfielder Sandro has resumed running as he steps up his recovery from a serious knee injury.

'Booze battling' Gazza says may drink again in future

April 12, 2013 at 3:40 PM

London, Apr 12 (ANI): Recovering alcoholic and football legend Paul Gascoigne has admitted that he might still drink in the future even after a life-battling stint at an Arizona rehabilitation clinic, as revealed in an interview with British TV host Alan Carr.

Reflexology may be used to complement drugs in pain treatment

April 10, 2013 at 2:12 PM

London, Apr. 10 (ANI): Findings from a new study have suggested that reflexology could be used to complement conventional drug therapy in the treatment of conditions associated with pain like osteoarthritis, backache and cancers.

Carey Mulligan finds naked scenes liberating

April 7, 2013 at 2:12 PM

London, April 7 (IANS) Actress Carey Mulligan, who has appeared naked in a number of films, says stripping for "Shame" was liberating for her as it "helped me deal with my own issues with my body".

Marcelo signs new deal with Real Madrid

April 6, 2013 at 6:20 PM

Madrid, April 6 (IANS) Real Madrid have extended the contract of Brazilian left back Marcelo until the end of June 2018, it was reported in the Spanish press Saturday.

20 killed, 54 wounded in Iraq suicide bombing

April 6, 2013 at 5:08 PM

Baghdad, April 6 (IANS) As many as 20 people were killed and 54 wounded Saturday when a suicide bombing tore through an election rally in the city of Baquba, the capital of Diyala province in eastern Iraq.

Stripping off in movies helps deal with my body issues, says Carey Mulligan

April 6, 2013 at 4:28 PM

London, Apr. 6 (ANI): Carey Mulligan, who has got naked in the films 'And When Did You Last See Your Father?' 'An Education' and 'Shame,' as well as in the stage play 'Through A Glass Darkly', has said that she is quite shy about showing off her charms in everyday life.

Anti-racism group calls for retirement of FIFA president Blatter over soft stand on menace

April 6, 2013 at 10:53 AM

Washington, Apr 6 (ANI): An anti-racism group is putting the pressure on FIFA president Sepp Blatter to step down from his post after his recent comments on racism led to accusations that he has gone soft on fighting the issue.

Deco denies Neymar criticism

April 5, 2013 at 2:04 PM

Rio de Janeiro, April 5 (IANS) Former Portugal international midfielder Deco has apologised to Neymar after being quoted as saying that he did not like the striker.

Husband inspires Underwood to stay in shape

April 4, 2013 at 3:49 PM

Los Angeles, April 4 (IANS) Actress-singer Carrie Underwood says her husband Mike Fisher motivates her to stay in shape.

Woman raised by monkeys found it difficult to start walking on two feet

April 3, 2013 at 2:44 PM

London, Apr 3 (ANI): A woman from Bradford, who was raised by monkeys in Colombia after she was kidnapped as a child, has revealed that she had difficulty standing straight on her feet and walked naked on all fours.

Hoffenheim sacks manager Mueller, coach Kurz

April 3, 2013 at 12:13 PM

Berlin, April 3 (IANS) Hoffenheim has sacked general manager Andreas Mueller and coach Marco Kurz with immediate effect due to alarming performances in the league, the German football club said in a press conference.

Google's new 'Gmail' compose feature draws complaints

April 2, 2013 at 2:04 PM

Washington, Apr 2 (ANI): Internet search giant Google is facing backlash for changing the way users write emails on Gmail.

Rupert Murdoch says Australia's stand on foreign workers 'disgraceful, racist'

April 2, 2013 at 2:04 PM

Sydney, Apr. 2 (ANI): News Corporation chairman and CEO Rupert Murdoch has labelled Australian Labor Party's language on foreign workers 'disgraceful and racist'.

Rimes finds snake in backyard

April 2, 2013 at 1:40 PM

Los Angeles, April 2 (IANS) Hollywood actress LeAnn Rimes was horrified to find a snake in her backyard, but her husband Eddie Cibrian and stepsons loved it.

Cheryl, Victoria best friends again?

March 31, 2013 at 4:26 PM

London, March 31 (IANS) Fashion designer Victoria Beckham and singer Cheryl Cole have reportedly buried the hatchet and become friends again.

RiRi named most 'influential' pop star

March 31, 2013 at 10:18 AM

Washington, March 31 (ANI): Rihanna has apparently beaten Beyonce and Katy Perry to be named the most influential pop star.

Casillas left out of Real Madrid squad

March 30, 2013 at 3:38 PM

Madrid, March 30 (IANS) Real Madrid have left out goalkeeper and former captain Iker Casillas for Saturday's Primera Liga clash against Zaragoza.

Jim Carrey slams Fox News for slandering him in coverage of comedy web video

March 30, 2013 at 3:30 PM

Washington, Mar.30 (ANI): comedian Jim Carrey has attacked Fox News, claiming the network had slandered him in its coverage of his web video 'Cold Dead Hand', which was released on the comedy site Funny or Die.

'Recovering' Ryder gives 'thumbs up' to neurosurgeon in coma

March 29, 2013 at 1:54 PM

Wellington, Mar 29 (ANI): Jesse Ryder's manager Aaron Klee has said the New Zealand cricketer is doing lot better in coma, adding there were some positive signs on Thursday with the Kiwi opener giving the thumbs up to his neurosurgeon as his sedation levels were lowered.

Canada's GDP rises

March 29, 2013 at 1:38 PM

Vancouver, March 29 (IANS) Canada's real gross domestic product rose 0.2 percent in January after a 0.2-percent decrease in December, Statistics Canada said.

Trainee cops held for kidnapping in Russia

March 28, 2013 at 7:06 AM

Moscow, March 28 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Four trainee police officers, suspected of having kidnapped a young man for a $5 million ransom, have been detained in the Moscow region, the interior ministry said.

Vettel admits he 'f***ed up' after denying teammate Webber Malaysian GP win

March 25, 2013 at 11:38 AM

Johannesburg, Mar 25 (ANI): Red Bull ace Sebastian Vettel has admitted he made a blunder in denying his teammate Mark Webber a win in the Malaysian Grand Prix on Sunday.

One killed as small plane crashes in Russia

March 24, 2013 at 9:30 AM

Moscow, March 24 (IANS/RIA Novosti) One person was killed and another was injured when a small biplane crashed in Russia's southern Krasnodar territory.

Culprit behind hardening of arteries identified

March 23, 2013 at 4:34 PM

Washington, Mar 23 (ANI): A team of researchers have now identified a microRNA that plays a prominent role in Atherosclerosis - an inflammatory reaction which is the root of the most common forms of cardiovascular disease - and offers a promising target for new therapies.

Christina Aguilera advises Justin Bieber on life

March 23, 2013 at 3:14 PM

London, March 23 (ANI): Christina Aguilera has apparently given some words of wisdom to Justin Bieber asking him to stand up for himself.

Gaga doing well happy after hip surgery

March 22, 2013 at 4:25 AM

London, March 22 (IANS) Pop star Lady Gaga was forced to cancel her Born This Way Ball tour after being diagnosed with synovitis, a severe inflammation of the joints. But her manager Vincent Herbert said she is fine.

Chiellini out of Italy-Brazil match

March 21, 2013 at 4:01 PM

Rome, March 21 (IANS) Defender Giorgio Chiellini has been left out of the upcoming friendly between Italy and Brazil, Italy doctor Enrico Castellacci confirmed.

Gillard remains Labor party leader

March 21, 2013 at 3:21 PM

Canberra, March 21 (IANS) Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard retained the leadership of the Labor party Thursday after former prime minister Kevin Rudd declared he won't stand in the Labor leadership ballot in the Australian Labor Party (ALP) caucus.

Brazil oil giant to boost output

March 21, 2013 at 12:49 PM

Rio de Janeiro, March 21 (IANS/EFE) Brazilian state-controlled oil company Petrobras, which is striving to boost daily domestic crude and natural gas output to 3.4 million barrels of oil equivalent (boe) per day by 2017, said it plans to earmark 62 percent of its investments over the next five years to exploration and production.

David Bisbal wants to keep singing for 40 more years

March 20, 2013 at 2:01 PM

Buenos Aires, March 20 (IANS/EFE) Spanish singer David Bisbal, who is in Buenos Aires to close out his "Acustico" world tour, said Tuesday that he hopes God gives him the chance to keep singing "for 40 more years".

Tel Aviv calls off marathon after runner's death

March 19, 2013 at 5:53 PM

Jerusalem, March 19 (IANS) The Tel Aviv municipality announced it is cancelling the full marathon scheduled to take place Friday, after the death of a runner at the half-marathon last week.

Lindsay's dad attacks her lawyer

March 19, 2013 at 2:09 PM

Los Angeles, March 19 (IANS) Actress Lindsay Lohan's estranged father Michael has lashed out at her lawyer Mark Heller for cashing on his daughter's "notoriety".

Tom Cruise wooing 'Bond Girl' Olga Kurylenko

March 17, 2013 at 11:58 AM

London, March 17 (ANI): Tom Cruise has reportedly set his sights on the 'Quantum of Solace' star Olga Kurylenko after meeting her on the set of their new film.

Russian champion swimmer lands six-year doping ban

March 14, 2013 at 11:34 PM

Moscow, March 14 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Former European champion swimmer Ksenia Moskvina has been banned for six years for a repeat doping offence, the Russian Anti-Doping Agency (RUSADA) said Thursday.

Chile unveils world's largest astronomical observatory

March 14, 2013 at 1:02 PM

Santiago, March 14 (IANS) Chilean President Sebastian Pinera presided over the launch of the world's largest astronomical observatory in the remote Atacama Desert of the northern Chilean Andes.

Man dies in morgue freezer after confusion over two bodies

March 14, 2013 at 9:10 AM

Moscow, March 14 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A man froze to death in Russia's Pskov region, having been put in a morgue freezer alive after the staff confused his body with another corpse, officials said.

Don't eat snow, says top Russian health official

March 14, 2013 at 7:18 AM

Moscow, March 14 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia's chief public health official Gennady Onishchenko has advised Russians not to eat snow or too many pancakes.

Jennifer Aniston puts wedding guests on stand by

March 13, 2013 at 4:06 PM

Washington, March 13 (ANI): Jennifer Aniston has reportedly put all her wedding guests on standby and asked them to act quickly once they get to know about the whereabouts of the extremely private celebration because they will only be given a short notice.

Bieber thankful to One Direction for support

March 13, 2013 at 12:46 PM

London, March 13 (IANS) Singer Justin Bieber has thanked One Direction members for their support.

Life could have existed on Mars: NASA

March 13, 2013 at 8:30 AM

Washington, March 13 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The first rock sample collected by NASA's Curiosity rover shows ancient Mars could have been home to primitive life forms, agency officials have announced.

Man detained with 26,000 diamonds at Russian airport

March 12, 2013 at 4:38 PM

Moscow, March 12 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Customs officers at the Moscow Sheremetyevo international airport Monday arrested a Russian citizen who attempted to smuggle 26,000 diamonds with a total weight of 166 grams (830 carats) into the country.

World Glaucoma Day: Fight against the 'Silent thief of sight'

March 12, 2013 at 11:51 AM

Glaucoma has become a major threat today and it has turned into a fast gaining diseases in the world. Due to ignorance, proper care and lack of knowledge regarding the disease, today it has turned a major fatal for the maximum parts of population of the world

China appoints special envoy on Asian affairs

March 11, 2013 at 4:27 PM

Beijing, March 11 (IANS) A foreign ministry spokeswoman Monday confirmed the appointment of a former senior diplomat as special representative on Asian affairs.

Ajax take control in Netherlands after loss for PSV

March 11, 2013 at 2:03 PM

The Hague, March 11 (IANS) Ajax captured the top spot in the Dutch Eredivisie by beating PEC Zwolle 3-0, while former league leaders PSV lost 1-2 to SC Heerenveen.

Tomlinson empathises with Bieber

March 11, 2013 at 3:47 AM

London, March 11 (IANS) Singer Louis Tomlinson says he understands what Justin Bieber is going through and feels media is being too harsh on him.

`China to be more active in global affairs'

March 9, 2013 at 11:55 AM

Beijing, March 9 (IANS) China will be more actively involved in international affairs and play its due role to make the international system more just and equitable, Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi said Saturday.