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Everything you need to know about J-6 Rajouri Garden: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Tony Blair's Muslim sister-in-law plays down claim of 'home-wrecking'

June 10, 2013 at 4:28 PM

London, June 10 (ANI): Tony Blair's sister-in-law, Lauren Booth has played down accusations of "home-wrecking" after she was pictured smiling alongside her new Muslim husband, Sohale Ahmed.

Aam Aadmi Party issues second list of 44 shortlisted nominees

June 8, 2013 at 11:05 PM

New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) The Aam Aadmi Party Saturday issued its second list of 44 shortlisted candidates for 10 more constituencies of Delhi assembly, for which elections are scheduled later this year.

Met's ace Matt Harvey 'dating' Victoria's Secret model Anne V

May 26, 2013 at 10:14 AM

New York, May 26 (ANI): New York Mets pitcher Matt Harvey and supermodel Anne V were reportedly spotted getting intimate in public at the New York Rangers playoff game at Madison Square Garden, on Thursday.

Cop arrested for smuggling drugs in Kashmir

May 23, 2013 at 11:10 PM

Jammu, May 23 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir Police Thursday arrested a police constable involved in drug smuggling from mountainous Rajouri district, an officer said.

Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber big winners at Billboard Music Awards

May 20, 2013 at 12:30 PM

Washington, May 20 (ANI): Pop stars Justin Bieber and Taylor Swift won the big prizes on Sunday at the Billboard Music Awards.

Students grind it out under poor infrastructure in Kashmir

May 19, 2013 at 3:34 PM

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir), May 19 (ANI): A crumbling building, absent school benches and blackboards coupled with frequent power cuts is being offered to school students, of a remote area in Rajouri district of Kashmir, who are keen to get basic education for a better future.

Suspected ISI spy held in Jaipur for leaking army secrets

May 18, 2013 at 9:42 AM

Jaipur, May 18 (ANI): Police in Jaipur, Rajasthan, have confirmed the arrest of an army staffer for allegedly passing on classified information to Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).

Sacred lotus bears closest resemblance to ancestor of flowering plants

May 11, 2013 at 11:18 AM

Washington, May 11 (ANI): A team of researchers has reported that they have sequenced the sacred lotus genome, and the results offer insight into the heart of some of its mysteries.

Odisha activist seeks release of confined wild tiger

May 8, 2013 at 5:28 PM

Bhubaneswar, May 8 (IANS) An animal rights activist Wednesday demanded the release of a wild tiger who walked into a zoo in Odisha and has been in captivity since the past over a week.

Respite for people in Kashmir after clearing of snow from arterial road

May 7, 2013 at 1:20 PM

Srinagar, May 7 (ANI): The clearing of snow from the arterial Mughal Road, which connects different parts of Kashmir, came as a relief for the locals as their travel time is reduced.

Our bodies are not made for bikinis, says Alyssa Milano

May 3, 2013 at 3:24 PM

Washington, May 3 (ANI): Alyssa Milano put the task of shedding her weight on the backburner after she gave birth to her son Milo about twenty months back.

Fig 'more than just a fruit to humans'

May 3, 2013 at 1:00 PM

Washington, May 3 (ANI): Not only as a common food, but figs are familiar to a wide cross-section of human society for their spiritual importance.

JLo, Chris Brown to perform at Billboard awards

May 3, 2013 at 12:52 PM

Los Angeles, May 3 (IANS) Singers Jennifer Lopez, Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne and Ed Sheeran will perform at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards, which will also see performances by a host of other artists.

Nandankanan zoo closes white tiger safari to visitors

May 1, 2013 at 9:40 PM

Bhubaneswar, May 1 (IANS) Odisha's Nandankanan Zoo has closed its white tiger safari to tourists for an indefinite period after a wild tiger walked into it, in probable search of a mate, an official said Wednesday.

Franco to direct, act in 'Garden of Last Days' movie

April 30, 2013 at 5:32 AM

Los Angeles, April 30 (IANS) Actor James Franco is set to direct and act in the big-screen adaptation of Andre Dubus III's best-selling novel "Garden of Last Days".

Dame Helen Mirren crowned top actress at Olivier Awards

April 29, 2013 at 2:36 PM

London, April 29 (ANI): Dame Helen Mirren was named the best actress at the Olivier Awards, for her stage role in 'The Audience.'

'Rocky' musical heading to Broadway in 2014

April 29, 2013 at 2:36 PM

Washington, April 29 (ANI): Sylvester Stallone, who wrote and starred in the blockbuster hit 'Rocky', is hoping that a musical based on his beloved boxing film will also be a hit on Broadway.

Harassed for dowry, woman poisons herself in Delhi

April 28, 2013 at 10:20 PM

New Delhi, April 28 (IANS) A 25-year-old woman committed suicide by consuming poison outside a Metro station here, police said Sunday. Her husband and in-laws have been arrested for alleged dowry harassment.

Unidentified body of boy found in Delhi

April 28, 2013 at 8:12 PM

New Delhi, April 28 (IANS) An unidentified body, apparently of a teenaged boy with its head brutally crushed, was found Sunday in a park here, police said.

Agitating J and K coal miners demand salary hike

April 28, 2013 at 6:20 PM

Rajouri (J and K), April 28 (ANI): Coal miners struggling to make ends meet due to low wages in Jammu and Kashmir Rajouri District have demanded a hike in their salaries.

Guyana to mark 175th anniversary of arrival of Indians

April 28, 2013 at 12:44 PM

Two ships sailing out of Calcutta (now Kolkata) port on the eastern coast of India, the Whitby and Hesperus, reached British Guiana (now Guyana) on the northern coast of South America on May 5, 1838 after a perilous sea journey that lasted 112 days. More than 17 decades later, Guyana - a part of the Caribbean - is set to hold commemorative functions in early May to mark the 175th anniversary of the arrival of Indians in the country.

New stage added to Guyana's Indian memorial

April 27, 2013 at 9:24 PM

Port of Spain, April 27 (IANS) A new multi-million dollar stage has been added to Monument Garden, a memorial site for the ancestors of Guyana's ethnic Indians in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago capital, Georgetown.

Hard work paid off: Bisla

April 27, 2013 at 4:36 PM

Kolkata, April 27 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders opening batsman Manvinder Bisla said his hard work paid off after the wicketkeeper played a valiant inning of unbeaten 51 runs off 44 balls to help his side overcome Kings XI Punjab by six wickets in the Indian Premier League (IPL) match here at Eden Garden.

Body found in river could be Sunil Tripathi's: Report

April 24, 2013 at 5:56 PM

Boston, April 24 (IANS) Police have pulled out a man's body from the Providence River and authorities said it is "very possible" that it is missing Indian origin student Sunil Tripathi, according to a media report.

Army chief reviews operational readiness in J&K

April 23, 2013 at 6:20 PM

Jammu, April 23 (IANS) Indian Army chief General Bikram Singh Tuesday reviewed the operational preparedness of the force along the Line of Control (LoC) that divides Jammu and Kashmir between India and Pakistan.

Indian Coast Gaurd ship Rajdoot commissioned

April 22, 2013 at 8:52 PM

Kolkata, April 22 (IANS) Indian Coast Guard Ship Rajdoot, designed and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers here, was commissioned by Controller General of Defence Accounts Arunava Dutt at a function here Monday.

Obama accuses senators of buckling to pro-gun lobby

April 18, 2013 at 11:00 AM

Washington, April 18 (IANS/EFE) US President Barack Obama Wednesday accused some senators of buckling to pressure from the pro-gun lobby and voting against the bipartisan amendment that was intended to expand background checks for all weapons buyers.

Garden Reach shipbuilders aims 20 percent annual growth

April 16, 2013 at 4:36 PM

Kolkata, April 16 (IANS) Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) is expecting a turnover of over Rs.1,700 in the current fiscal and aiming to grow annually by 20 percent, a top official of the defence establishment said Tuesday.

Anti-infiltration strategy chalked out for Kashmir

April 10, 2013 at 6:36 PM

Jammu, April 10 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir Police and the army have chalked out a joint strategy to check militant infiltration into Poonch and Rajouri districts from across the Line of Control (LoC) during summer months, an official said Wednesday.

Shiv Sena ex-leader attacked in Delhi over parking

April 7, 2013 at 6:29 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) A former Shiv Sena leader has complained that he was attacked by four people, including a woman, here following an argument over parking, said police Sunday.

West to design for fashion label

April 6, 2013 at 4:12 AM

Los Angeles, April 6 (IANS) Celebrities including rappers Kanye West and Pharrell Williams will test their design instincts for a limited edition collection for Japanese clothing company Bathing Ape's 20th anniversary.

J&K landmine blast victims await compensation

April 5, 2013 at 7:40 PM

Jammu, April 5 (IANS) Over 90 people injured in landmine blasts in the frontier areas of Jammu and Kashmir during Operation Prakram, the India-Pakistan military stand-off in 2001, are yet to be get compensation.

Dixon not worried about ageing

April 5, 2013 at 4:44 PM

London, April 5 (IANS) TV personality Alesha Dixon doesn't worry about getting older and insists her thirties have been the best period of her life so far.

Two children injured following accidental explosion of a device in Kashmir

April 4, 2013 at 3:09 PM

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir), Apr 4 (ANI): Two children were severely injured when a device exploded in their hand in Thathiali village in Rajouri in Jammu and Kashmir.

Delhi cable operators to black out TVs against digitisation

March 29, 2013 at 5:06 PM

New Delhi, March 29 (IANS) Cable TV operators here Friday said they would observe a 48-hour blackout to protest the March 31 digitisation deadline and an "unfair" revenue-sharing model under the digital addressable system (DAS).

India needs vibrant warship building industry: Navy chief

March 26, 2013 at 6:18 PM

Kolkata, March 26 (IANS) Affirming the Indian Navy's commitment to indigenisation, chief of Naval Staff Admiral D.K. Joshi Tuesday said the country needed a "vibrant and capable" warship construction industry.

LFW: Sailex's 'Garden Safaria' shows military influences

March 24, 2013 at 7:54 PM

Mumbai, March 24 (IANS) Designer Sailex's collection showcased Sunday at the Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) Summer-Resort 2013 was inspired from the military. The designer said that he usually doesn't like naming his lines but decided to name this one "Garden Safari".

Bieber's secret killer wants to castrate singer

March 24, 2013 at 2:26 AM

Los Angeles, March 24 (IANS) Pop star Justin Bieber's secet killer, Dana Martin, who is serving life sentence for raping and killing a 15-year-old girl, says he still has it on mind to kill or castrate the singer.

Kashmir all set to expand their 'tulip garden' with newer varieties

March 23, 2013 at 7:22 PM

Srinagar, Mar 23 (ANI): Kashmir gear's up to give final touches to the picturesque Tulip Garden, which is the largest in Asia, as they introduced 26 new varieties of tulips, kick starting the sowing season in the valley.

British boxer fined 3,000 pounds over 'foul' Twitter outbursts

March 17, 2013 at 1:10 PM

London, Mar 17 (ANI): A British professional boxer has been fined 3,000 pounds and told to behave himself by boxing officials following his regular foul-mouthed tirades both on Twitter and in the open.

Sonam Dubal celebrates decade in fashion with 'Winter Garden' range

March 16, 2013 at 9:42 PM

New Delhi, March 16 (IANS) Designer Sonam Dubal celebrated tenth year of his label "Sanskar" with his latest collection titled "Winter Garden" at the ongoing autumn-winter edition of Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week (WIFW).

Hemant-Nandita brings myriad hues of garden at WIFW

March 14, 2013 at 6:54 PM

New Delhi, March 14 (IANS) The day two of Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week 2013 Autumn-Winter seemed to be a perfect mix and match of summer and winter collection. While some designers showcased bold and dark gothic or vintage collection, others preffered to keep it light and simple.

Probes into molester's chopper ride in Kashmir

March 12, 2013 at 4:30 PM

Jammu, March 12 (IANS) The role of the doctors at a hospital in Rajouri is the focus of two separate probes into how an alleged molester mingled with road accident victims and took a VIP chopper ride to Jammu to avail medical services, police said Tuesday.

RiRi cancels Boston gig after contracting laryngitis

March 11, 2013 at 2:59 PM

Washington, March 11 (ANI): Rihanna was forced to cancel her Sunday night's concert in Boston after contracting laryngitis.

Easier baggage scanning for women in Delhi Metro

March 8, 2013 at 9:15 PM

New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) Female passengers will have trouble-free baggage scanning at Delhi Metro stations in new frisking booths, chief of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) said here Friday.

15 killed in Kashmir road accident

March 8, 2013 at 2:35 PM

Jammu, March 8 ( IANS) At least 15 people were killed when a truck fell into a deep gorge in Budhal area of Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district Friday, police said.

Cop killing: Absconding Trinamool councillor arrested

March 7, 2013 at 10:43 PM

Kolkata, March 7 (IANS) Trinamool Congress leader Mohammad Iqbal, the prime suspect in the Garden Reach police officer killing incident last month, was arrested Thursday from Bihar, police said.

Presidency University students protest suspension of polls

March 1, 2013 at 8:19 PM

Kolkata, Mar 1 (IANS) Presidency University students took to the streets Friday to protest suspension of college union polls, saying the West Bengal government was interfering with the institution's autonomy.

Technical snag hits Delhi Metro

February 28, 2013 at 12:43 PM

New Delhi, Feb 28 (IANS) Thousands of Delhi Metro commuters were hit Thursday as a technical glitch hit the blue line, forcing trains to run at a restricted speed.

Sikkim's flower power: Gangtok blooms in exotic colours

February 24, 2013 at 11:39 AM

Gangtok, Feb 24 (IANS) Daisy, pansies, peonies, exotic seasonal blooms and orchids are the colours of this picture-postcard capital of this Himalayan state that opened its door to visitors with the inauguration of the International Flower Show 2013.

Ancient pigment inspires new nanomaterials

February 22, 2013 at 2:18 PM

Washington, Feb 22 (IANS) A bright blue pigment used 5,000 years ago in Egypt is inspiring scientists to develop new nanomaterials for medical imaging devices, TV remote controls, security inks and other technology.

Bieber sports two gold watches

February 21, 2013 at 5:44 AM

London, Feb 21 (IANS) Two gold watches on teenage singer Justin Bieber's wrist spoke volumes about his bank balance.

Cop killing: Trinamool plays down governor's remark

February 17, 2013 at 6:09 PM

Kolkata, Feb 17 (IANS) A Trinamool Congress MP Sunday played down the controversy over a minister "shielding" a councillor accused in a policeman's murder and blamed the media of putting words into the governor's mouth on the issue.

Obamas celebrate Valentine's Day at restaurant

February 16, 2013 at 10:25 AM

Washington, Feb 16 (IANS/EFE) US President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle, celebrated Valentine's Day here in style with a dinner at acclaimed Spanish chef Jose Andres' MiniBar restaurant.

Pakistani soldier's body returned with military respects

February 15, 2013 at 7:29 PM

New Delhi, Feb. 15 (ANI): The Indian Army returned the dead body of Pakistani soldier, who was killed in a firefight after he had crossed the Line of Control in the Nowshera sub-sector, with 'military respects' on Friday evening.

Pakistan fires at Indian posts on LoC

February 15, 2013 at 10:17 AM

Jammu, Feb 15 (IANS) Pakistani troops fired at Indian posts on the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district late Thursday, an army spokesperson said Friday.

Cop killing: Kolkata police chief changed, governor disapproves (Roundup)

February 14, 2013 at 10:57 PM

Kolkata, Feb 14 (IANS) Two days after a policeman was shot dead during a clash between student activists, the West Bengal government Thursday shifted out Kolkata police chief Ranjit Kumar Pachnanda for failure to apprehend the criminals, replacing him with Surajit Kar Purakayastha.

Militant killed on LoC in Jammu and Kashmir

February 14, 2013 at 7:53 PM

Jammu, Feb 14 (IANS) One infiltrating militant was killed and a soldier injured Thursday in a clash on the Line of Control (LoC) in mountainous Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir, an army official has said.

Minister has no business to shield guilty: Bengal governor

February 14, 2013 at 7:21 PM

Kolkata, Feb 14 (IANS) West Bengal Governor M.K. Narayanan Thursday said Trinamool Congress leader and state minister Firhad Hakim, who allegedly was shielding a party leader accused in a policeman's murder, had "no business" doing so.

Model Laxmi Rana rides love buggy ahead for V-Day

February 13, 2013 at 6:57 PM

New Delhi, Feb 13 (IANS) Supermodel Lakshmi Rana sat atop a 'Love Buggy' and posed for shutterbugs in a floral 'Magical Love Garden' here Wednesday as part of pre-Valentine's Day celebrations.

Mughal Garden ready to welcome visitors from February 16

February 13, 2013 at 5:18 PM

Various kinds of Dahlias and Roses from the glorious famed of Mughal Gardens from Rashtrapati Bhavan are all set to welcome the visitors from Feb 16. It is ready to welcome visitors to its famed Mughal Gardens to stroll among the dahlias, roses and cyclamens basking in the warm spring sunshine

Mughal Gardens beckons with dahlias, roses

February 13, 2013 at 4:49 PM

New Delhi, Feb 13 (IANS) Rashtrapati Bhavan from Feb 16 will welcome visitors to its famed Mughal Gardens to stroll among the dahlias, roses and cyclamens basking in the warm spring sunshine.

Mukherjee to open Mughal Gardens 'Udyanotsav' of Rashtrapati Bhavan on Feb. 15

February 13, 2013 at 4:09 PM

New Delhi, Feb. 13 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee will open the annual "Udyanotsav" of the Mughal Gardens of the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday.

Police officer killed in Kolkata

February 12, 2013 at 3:07 PM

Kolkata, Feb 12 (IANS) A police officer was killed and another man injured in firing by miscreants during a clash between student activists of the Trinamool Congress and the Congress at a college here Tuesday.

Indian Coast Guard ship Rajratan commissioned

February 11, 2013 at 10:11 PM

New Delhi, Feb 11 (IANS) Indian Coast Guard ship Rajratan, the fifth in a series of eight inshore patrol vessels (IPVs), was commissioned by Director General Indian Coast Guard Vice Admiral M.P. Muralidharan in Kolkata Monday.

Suraj Sharma loses rising star BAFTA

February 11, 2013 at 9:07 AM

London, Feb 11 (IANS) Indian actor Suraj Sharma, who played the protagonist in Ang Lee's "Life of Pi", lost out the EE Rising Star Award to British actress Juno Temple at the British Academy Film Awards held here Sunday night.

Six gunned down in Karachi

February 10, 2013 at 2:11 PM

Islamabad, Feb 10 (IANS) At least six people, including a father and his son and two brothers, were shot dead in Pakistan's port city of Karachi, Geo News reported Sunday.

Songs Michelle Obama likes to listen to

February 7, 2013 at 4:03 PM

Washington, Feb. 7 (ANI): Michelle Obama, who has been nominated for a Grammy Award for her spoken-word reading of 'American Grown: The Story of the White House Kitchen Garden and Gardens Across America,' has revealed her songs.

Two school students killed in grenade blast in Jammu and Kashmir

January 31, 2013 at 12:22 PM

Rajouri, Jan 31 (ANI): A grenade attack has killed at least two school students in Thanamandi area of Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir.

GRSE to double capacity by FY 13-14

January 29, 2013 at 6:14 PM

Kolkata, Jan 29 (IANS) City-based Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) will be doubling its capacity by the end of the next financial year, a top official of the defence establishment said Tuesday.

Budding entrepreneurs take up floriculture in Sikkim

January 25, 2013 at 1:52 PM

Gangtok, Jan 25 (ANI): Climatic advantage coupled with a skilled workforce gives Sikkim a definite edge in the business of floriculture.

Knicks' J.R. Smith mentions Kanye West in Twitter jab at Kris Humphries

January 23, 2013 at 4:08 PM

New York, Jan 23 (ANI): Following Monday afternoon's 88-85 win over the Knicks, Nets forward Kris Humphries took to his Twitter account to take a jab at the Knicks and the Garden faithful.

Prince to be honoured at Billboard Music Awards

January 19, 2013 at 3:37 PM

Los Angeles, Jan 19 (IANS) American singer Prince will be honoured with an Icon Award at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards.

Rashtrapati Bhavan is open to public (With Iimage)

January 16, 2013 at 10:33 AM

New Delhi, Jan 16 (IANS) Rashtrapati Bhavan, the imposing presidential palace spread over 130 hectares in the heart of this capital city, has become a more accessible place for tourists and common people of India. Pranab Mukherjee, who became the 13th President of India on July 25 last year, said his mission was to make the place as "open as possible to people, including children."

LoC tension: No response from Pakistan for flag meeting so far

January 12, 2013 at 12:32 PM

Pakistan has so far not responded over India's request to conduct brigade level flag meeting to de-escalate tension between the two countries while the tension continued to simmer on Saturday as firing was reported on at least eight border posts, media reports stated..................

LoC Tension: No response from Pakistan to India's demand for flag meeting

January 12, 2013 at 12:01 PM

Jammu, Jan.12 (ANI): Tension continued to simmer and prevail along the Line of Control (LoC) between India and Pakistan on Saturday, a day after cross-LoC firing was reported on at least eight border posts.

Soldiers beheaded after being shot: Indian Army

January 9, 2013 at 4:41 PM

Jammu, Jan 9 (IANS) The Indian Army said Wednesday that two of its soldiers were first shot dead by Pakistani troops and then beheaded, and one of the heads had not been found.

Heavy snowfall forces closure of Mughal Road in J-K, leaving tourists stranded

January 5, 2013 at 11:51 AM

Rajouri, Jan 5 (ANI): Heavy snowfall in Jammu and Kashmir has blocked the historical Mughal Road, an arterial road connecting several districts with the rest of the state, leaving tourists stranded.

Rashtrapati Nilayam will open for public viewing from January 6 to 12

January 4, 2013 at 6:47 PM

Secunderabad (Andhra Pradesh), Jan.4 (ANI): The Garden at Rashtrapati Nilayam, Bolarum, Secunderabad will be opened for public viewing for seven days from January 6 to 12, 2013, each day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

'Overjoyed' Pak fans celebrate ODI series win against India 'with guns and drums'

January 4, 2013 at 11:27 AM

Islamabad, Jan 4(ANI): Ecstatic Pakistani cricket fans celebrated their team's series win over archrivals India, after the men in green clinched the three-match one-day international series at Kolkata's Eden Garden stadium, by drum beating and dancing.

Viswanath bats for captain Dhoni

January 2, 2013 at 7:03 PM

Kolkata, Jan 2 (IANS) Batting for skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni, former India cricketer Gundappa Viswanath Wednesday refused to blame him for the team's dismal performance in the recent past and hoped Team India would bounce back against the visiting Pakistanis.

Heavy snowfall blocks Mughal Road in Kashmir

January 1, 2013 at 6:37 PM

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir), Jan. 1 (ANI): The famous Mughal Road, an arterial highway connecting Rajouri and Poonch districts with the rest of Jammu and Kashmir, has been closed due to heavy snowfall in the region.

Flower show to showcase Sikkim's eco-wealth to the world

December 28, 2012 at 7:33 PM

New Delhi, Dec 28 (IANS) The floral wealth of Sikkim, with its nearly 4,500 species of flowering plants - including 500 species of rare orchids - will be on show for international markets, floriculturalists and nearly 200,000 flowers lovers at the International Flori Show 2013 Feb 23-27, 2013, near Gangtok, the capital of the northeastern state.

Arrested protester has no money for bail

December 26, 2012 at 8:21 PM

New Delhi, Dec 26 (IANS) A 22-year-old man booked for rioting here could be confined to police custody if he does not pay Rs.10,000 for bail.

'Unreal' Father Xmas suspended for telling kids Santa doesn't really exist

December 21, 2012 at 1:33 PM

London, December 21 (ANI): A man, who has been Father Christmas at a garden centre in Oxford for 10 years, has been suspended from the grotto after he apparently told children Santa Claus wasn't real and went on to talk about the US school massacre.

Melanie Slade brightens up Arsenal X-mas party in summery outfit

December 20, 2012 at 4:29 PM

London, Dec 20 (ANI): Premier League WAG Melanie Slade decided to shun the usual drab winter colours in favour of something a little lighter and brighter at the annual Arsenal party.

Stewart to auction dress for Sandy victims

December 19, 2012 at 3:17 AM

Los Angeles, Dec 19 (IANS) Kristen Stewart is putting up a designer dress, the one she wore to the Los Angeles premiere of "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2" on auction. The proceeds will aid relief efforts for victims of superstorm Sandy.

Domestic help raped by locksmith in Delhi

December 14, 2012 at 9:48 PM

New Delhi, Dec 14 (IANS) A 25-year-old domestic help was allegedly raped by a locksmith, his relative and one other man when she was alone at her employer's house, police said Friday.

Courtney Love slams Nirvana 'reunion' with Paul McCartney

December 14, 2012 at 6:36 PM

Washington, December 14 (ANI): Kirk Cobain's former wife Courtney Love has taken to Facebook to once again voice her disapproval of the recent performance by the three surviving members of Nirvana and Paul McCartney at the 12-12-12 concert.

Justin Bieber's kidnap plot gang offered $2,500 per testicle

December 14, 2012 at 1:00 PM

London, Dec 14 (ANI): An obsessed killer, who allegedly plotted to kidnap Justin Bieber and strangle him, put a 2,500-dollar bounty on each of the singer's testicles, as he wanted to castrate the teen popstar, it has been revealed.

Justin Bieber 'targeted by convicted killer from prison'

December 13, 2012 at 1:16 PM

Washington, Dec 13 (ANI): Justin Bieber was the target of a grisly murder plot hatched by a convicted killer imprisoned in New Mexico, police have revealed.

Styles, Swift go dirty dancing

December 12, 2012 at 1:44 PM

New York, Dec 12 (IANS) Singers Harry Styles and Taylor Swift showed off their dancing skills as they did the famous lift from the 1987 movie "Dirty Dancing".

George, Lohan party together

December 9, 2012 at 2:20 PM

New York, Dec 9 (IANS) Actress Lindsay Lohan was seen having fun with The Wanted band's Max George at their post performance party here.

Jaipur hosts colourful floral carnival showcasing 200 varieties of Chrysanthemum

December 8, 2012 at 1:32 PM

Jaipur, Dec 8 (ANI): India's Pink City of Jaipur hosts colourful floral carnival showcasing 200 varieties of Chrysanthemum flowers, attracting large number of children and locals.

LiLo is a good girl, says The Wanted's Max George

December 5, 2012 at 5:16 PM

Washington, Dec. 5 (ANI): Max George from 'The Wanted' has defended Lindsay Lohan, who was arrested last week after allegedly starting a violent nightclub brawl over him.

Apologise to Hindus for demolishing temple: Pakistani daily

December 5, 2012 at 10:52 AM

Islamabad, Dec 5 (IANS) Authorities must apologise to the Hindu community for demolishing a temple in Karachi and hurting their sentiments, a Pakistani daily said Wednesday.

Dhoni expects big from Gambhir and Sehwag, relies on pacers in 3rd Test

December 4, 2012 at 3:46 PM

Ahead of their crucial Test match against England at the Eden Gardens, Indian cricket Captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni said that he was hoping for a big contribution from his openers Virender Sehwag and Gautam Gambhir.

'Returning' Finn ready for Kolkata challenge

December 4, 2012 at 11:16 AM

London, Dec 4(ANI): England fast bowler Steve Finn, who is likely to replace out of form Stuart Broad in the third Test match against India in Kolkata, has said he is ready for the challenge posed by the slow Indian pitches, and added he has always enjoyed bowling on the Eden Garden track.

Poor British summer, spring too much for birds

December 3, 2012 at 7:32 PM

London, Dec 3 (IANS) While the House Sparrows appear to be fast vanishing from Indian cities, Britain appears to be not lagging behind much with its washed-out spring and summer being blamed for a disastrous breeding season for native birds.

Swift, Styles go public with relationship?

December 3, 2012 at 6:12 PM

New York, Dec 3 (IANS) Singer Taylor Swift and Harry Styles, who are reportedly dating, were spotted in public together for the first time as they enjoyed a date in a park.