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Everything you need to know about Kanral Industrial Area: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Everything you need to know about Kanral Industrial Area: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Aviation, IT, ITES top suggestions in Goa industrial policy

May 23, 2013 at 6:06 PM

Panaji, May 23 (IANS) Industries like aviation, aero space, IT and ITES, pharma and integrated educational hubs have been shortlisted by a state-government appointed taskforce, which is cobbling together suggestions for the Goa's Industrial Investment Policy.

India, Japan to strengthen investment, trade ties

May 17, 2013 at 8:22 PM

Tokyo, May 17 (IANS) India and Japan Friday agreed to further strengthen investment and trade ties by ensuring faster implementation of ongoing projects.

Anand Sharma invites Japanese Inc to invest in India

May 17, 2013 at 4:14 PM

Tokyo, May 17 (ANI): Commerce, Industry and Textiles Minister Anand Sharma, addressing the "India Investment Roundtable" jointly organized by the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) of Ministry of Commerce and Confederation of Indian Industry in Tokyo today, invited leading Japanese companies to invest in India and become partner in the growth story of India for mutual benefit.

Anand Sharma meets Japanese PM Shinzo Abe

May 17, 2013 at 3:50 PM

Tokyo, May 17 (ANI): Commerce, Industry and Textiles Minister Anand Sharma, who is on a two-day visit to Tokyo for a comprehensive review of bilateral economic engagement with Japan, today called upon Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.

Cuba set for Davis Cup return

May 16, 2013 at 5:58 PM

Havana, May 16 (IANS) After a four-year absence, Cuba will send a team to participate in America group III of Davis Cup tennis to be held June 17-22 in La Paz, Bolivia, the National Tennis Commission (NTC) announced here.

Government making Rajasthan an attractive investment destination

May 14, 2013 at 8:46 PM

Jaipur, May 14 (IANS) The Rajasthan government is taking all possible measures to make the state an important investment destination in the country, a top official said.

UP to enact law on time-bound clearances for industries

May 13, 2013 at 10:46 PM

Lucknow, May 13 (IANS) In an initiative aimed at ensuring time-bound issuance of clearances to industries, the Uttar Pradesh government Monday announced its decision to frame an exclusive law for the purpose.

Two Indians among 20 Under 20 Thiel Fellows

May 11, 2013 at 10:22 AM

Washington, May 11 (IANS) Two Indian young entrepreneurs are among 20 Under 20 Thiel Fellows chosen to "pursue innovative scientific and technical projects, learn entrepreneurship from the ground up, and begin to build the innovative companies of tomorrow."

Fiscal 2012-13 industrial output growth worst in 20 years (Roundup)

May 10, 2013 at 4:54 PM

New Delhi, May 10 (IANS) India's industrial output registered a sluggish 1 percent growth in 2012-13, the worst performance in more than two decades, due to poor show by the manufacturing and mining sectors, government data showed Friday.

Industrial output rises 2.5 percent in March

May 10, 2013 at 1:10 PM

New Delhi, May 10 (IANS) India's industrial output grew by 2.5 percent in March, as against a contraction of 2.8 percent in the corresponding month of 2012, government data showed Friday.

Career after Class 12th

May 10, 2013 at 12:47 PM

Declaration of results of class 12th board has begun and students passing 12th examination usually face a state of confusion on deciding about their future education and leaves with a question: What after class 12th? Presently, wide range of undergraduate courses after 12th are available in different streams but it is advisable for the candidates to choose the best suited course for them so as to deliver the best in that field in future.

Industrial output rises 2.5 percent in March

May 10, 2013 at 12:46 PM

New Delhi, May 10 (IANS) India's industrial output grew by 2.5 percent in March, as against a contraction of 2.8 percent in the corresponding month of 2012, government data showed Friday.

Industrial output rises 2.5 percent in March

May 10, 2013 at 12:06 PM

New Delhi, May 10 (IANS) India's industrial output grew by 2.5 percent in March 2013, as against a contraction of 2.8 percent in the corresponding month of 2012, government data showed Friday.

Russia to compile banned extremist symbols' list

May 9, 2013 at 8:40 AM

Moscow, May 9 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia will compile a list of extremist symbols, prohibited for use by non-governmental organisations and companies.

Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor to get $3.24 billion

May 8, 2013 at 6:08 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) The government has approved Rs.17,500 crore ($3.24 billion) for the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC) project, which is estimated to cost around $100 billion overall, Minister of state for Commerce and Industry D. Purandeswari said Wednesday.

Government approves $3.24 billion for DMIC project

May 8, 2013 at 3:04 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) The government has approved Rs.17,500 crore ($3.24 billion) for the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC) project, which is estimated to cost around $100 billion overall, Minister of state for Commerce and Industry D. Purandeswari said Wednesday.

Unemployment rate drops to four-year low in US

May 4, 2013 at 2:44 PM

London, May 4 (ANI): Stock markets rose to record levels after 165,000 new jobs were added last month, marking a four-year low in US unemployment.

28 new ITIs to come up in northeast

April 29, 2013 at 5:24 PM

New Delhi, April 29 (IANS) Seven northeastern states, including Assam, have proposed setting up 28 new Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in the region, parliament was informed Monday.

Scientists identify drug-resistant malaria parasites in Cambodia

April 29, 2013 at 12:14 PM

Scientists have discovered new drug-resistant strains of the parasite responsible for causing malaria. These malaria-causing parasites were found in western Cambodia and have found to be different from the other strains present across the world. The researchers also found that, these parasites have the ability to withstand treatment by artemisinin - a frontline drug in the fight against malaria.

Videocon finds natural gas in Mozambique

April 22, 2013 at 3:48 PM

Mumbai, April 22 (IANS) Videocon Industries Monday announced a significant natural gas discovery in its offshore Rovumal block in Mozambique.

Meghalaya industrial policy to protect tribal land

April 12, 2013 at 8:52 PM

Shillong, April 12 (IANS) Chief Minister Mukul Sangma Friday said the Meghalaya Industrial and Investment Promotion Policy 2012 has taken necessary precautions to protect the alienation of tribal land by not allowing outright transfer by way of sale to non-tribal entities.

India Inc calls for lower interest rates to boost industry

April 12, 2013 at 7:16 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Reacting to the February data for industrial production, industry bodies Friday called for rate cuts by the RBI to revive economic growth.

UFO film to provide proof that pint sized aliens exist

April 10, 2013 at 2:12 PM

Washington, Apr. 10 (ANI): An upcoming documentary film about UFOs has claimed that it will be offering evidence of aliens' existence including the cutting-edge scientific analysis of a recovered body.

Young pregnant woman burnt alive by family in Nepal

April 9, 2013 at 4:14 PM

Kathmandu, April 9 (Xinhua-ANI): A pregnant woman was burnt alive on Monday by her family members in a settlement near Morang, some 550 km east of Kathmandu.

Young pregnant woman burnt alive by family in Nepal

April 9, 2013 at 4:14 PM

Kathmandu, April 9 (Xinhua-ANI): A pregnant woman was burnt alive on Monday by her family members in a settlement near Morang, some 550 km east of Kathmandu.

Thane building collapse: Victims demand death penalty for culprits

April 7, 2013 at 4:04 PM

Thane (Maharashtra), April 7 (ANI): Enraged survivors and victims of the building collapse that claimed 74 lives and left 65 injured on Sunday demanded justice following the arrest of two builders in Thane,Maharashtra.

Abe unveils Japan-U.S. plan to return land to Okinawa

April 5, 2013 at 5:00 PM

Tokyo, April 5 (Xinhua-ANI):Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Friday unveiled a Japan-U.S. time frame on returning Okinawa's land used by the U.S. military to the Japanese southernmost prefecture, according to local media.

Japan ready to invest in India's infrastructure if it pursues financial reforms

April 3, 2013 at 10:04 AM

Tokyo, Apr. 3 (ANI): Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has said the country is willing to cooperate in developing infrastructure in India.

India's core industries output falls 2.5 percent in February

April 1, 2013 at 4:26 PM

New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) Production in India's eight core industries that include power, coal, steel, cement, crude oil and natural gas fell 2.5 percent in February, dampening the hope of a revival in overall factory output, government data showed Monday.

DSIIDC allots 127 industrial plots

March 29, 2013 at 2:50 PM

New Delhi, March 29 (IANS) The DSIIDC Friday allotted 127 industrial plots in the national capital.

Bangladesh plans to buy 24 Russian jet trainers

March 28, 2013 at 10:34 AM

Langkawi (Malaysia), March 28 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Bangladesh is planning to buy 24 Yak-130 Mitten jet trainers on $1 billion credit from Russia, Russia's state arms exporter Rosoboronexport said.

Anand Sharma for speedy conclusion of balanced BTIA with EU

March 21, 2013 at 4:49 PM

New Delhi, Mar 21 (ANI): Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma has called for an early conclusion of ongoing negotiations for Broad based Trade and Investment agreement (BTIA) between India and European Union.

115 kg banned drug seized from two at Delhi airport

March 19, 2013 at 8:57 PM

New Delhi, March 19 (IANS) Two people from Mizoram were arrested from Delhi airport for carrying 115 kg tablets of contraband drug pseudoephedrine worth nearly Rs.1.2 crore, said police Tuesday.

Gurgaon builder to be booked for violation

March 19, 2013 at 7:05 PM

Chandigarh, March 19 (IANS) Following a complaint by Haryana's town and country planning (TCP) department, the district administration in Gurgaon has asked police to lodge a case against a builder for making bookings of flats without the TCP's permission.

Brazil launches programme to boost innovation

March 15, 2013 at 11:58 AM

Rio de Janeiro, March 15 (IANS) Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff has unveiled a $16 billion plan to encourage companies to invest in technological innovation.

Tortoise smuggling plan foiled at Mumbai airport

March 10, 2013 at 6:43 PM

Mumbai, March 10 (IANS) An alert security staffer at the Mumbai International Airport Ltd. (MIAL) helped save 97 tortoises which were being smuggled to Bangkok on a Thai Airlines flight, an official said here Sunday.

CISF in process of filling vacancies

March 8, 2013 at 9:47 PM

New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) The paramilitary Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) is in the process of filling its 10 percent vacancies, lingering for the last few years, its chief said Friday.

Kirani James shocked over Pistorius murder charge

March 8, 2013 at 2:20 PM

Toronto, March 8 (IANS/CMC) Olympic and world 400 metre champion Grenada's Kirani James says he was shocked on hearing the South African double amputee athlete, Oscar Pistorius, was accused of murder.

First Saudi MNC sets up shop in India

March 8, 2013 at 11:55 AM

Mumbai, March 8 (IANS) Zamil Industrial has become the first Saudi Arabian multi-national corporation to establish a fully-owned subsidiary in India to exploit the booming air-conditioners and home products segment, a company official said.

Punjab cops thrash woman, two suspended

March 4, 2013 at 9:45 PM

Tarn Taran (Punjab), March 4 (IANS) Two Punjab police personnel were suspended Monday after they were caught on camera beating a young woman - who was being sexually harassed by truck drivers - and her aged father here after she called police for help.

Seven new cities planned on Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor(DMIC)

February 28, 2013 at 4:19 PM

New Delhi, Feb.28 (ANI): Finance Minister P Chidambaram in his budget speech in the Lok Sabha today said that the Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC) project has made rapid progress.

Budget Highlights (Roundup)

February 28, 2013 at 1:55 PM

New Delhi, Feb 28 (IANS) Highlights of the budget for 2013-14 presented by Finance Minister P. Chidambaram in the Lok Sabha on Thursday:

Budget highlights 12

February 28, 2013 at 12:59 PM

No service tax on vocational courses run by institutes affiliated to state governments

Budget highlights 11

February 28, 2013 at 12:59 PM

Modified law on GST to be tabled during budget session

Budget highlights 10

February 28, 2013 at 12:51 PM

Modified law to prevent tax avoidance to come into effect April 1, 2016

Budget highlights 9

February 28, 2013 at 12:27 PM

No revision of personal income tax slabs; relief in first bracket through tax credit of Rs.2,000 for earnings up to Rs.5 lakh

Budget highlights 8

February 28, 2013 at 12:19 PM

Defence allocated Rs.2 lakh 3,672 crore

Budget highlights 6

February 28, 2013 at 12:03 PM

Two new ports to be set up in West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh to add 100 million tonnes handling capacity

Budget highlights 5

February 28, 2013 at 12:03 PM

Infrastructure debt funds to be encouraged

Rs.18,500 crore investment proposal for Vidarbha

February 25, 2013 at 5:23 PM

Nagpur, Feb 25 (IANS) In an overwhelming response, Maharashtra government's two-day 'Advantage Vidarbha-2013' conclave notched proposals worth Rs.18,500 crore on the first day here Monday.

Stage set for first 'Advantage Vidarbha' conclave

February 24, 2013 at 11:55 AM

Nagpur, Feb 24 (IANS) Hoping to attract investment of over Rs.15,000 crore, the Maharashtra state government is bending over backwards to make a success of the two-day "Advantage Vidarbha-2013", opening here Monday, officials said.

Protestors attack factories in Delhi

February 21, 2013 at 8:18 PM

New Delhi, Feb 21 (IANS) A flash mob attacked at least 12 factories here Thursday on the final day of the two-day nationwide strike called by major trade unions, police said.

Southampton Varsity research project aims for zero waste in industrial networks

February 21, 2013 at 12:09 PM

London, Feb.21 (ANI): An ambitious international project is aiming to develop new approaches to eliminate waste and reduce the environmental impact of industry.

Manufacturing boost needed to address challenge of job creation: Anand Sharma

February 21, 2013 at 10:41 AM

Mumbai, Feb 21 (ANI): Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma has said that the share of manufacturing in the gross domestic product (GDP) must climb up to 26 per cent from the current 16 per cent to address the challenge of job creation.

Manufacturing boost imperative to job creation: Anand Sharma

February 20, 2013 at 5:45 PM

Mumbai, Feb 20 (IANS) The share of manufacturing in the country's GDP must climb from the current 16 percent to 26 percent to address the challenges of job creation for the youth, Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma said here Wednesday.

Toxic dye found in Shanghai school uniforms

February 18, 2013 at 12:33 PM

Shanghai, Feb 18 (IANS) Students in 21 primary and middle schools here were ordered to stop wearing their uniforms Monday after a toxic dye was found in the products of a garment firm.

More foreign tourists visiting Mizoram

February 15, 2013 at 3:37 PM

Aizawl, Feb 15 (IANS) The number of foreigners visiting Mizoram is rising.

More foreign tourists visiting in Mizoram

February 15, 2013 at 1:13 PM

Aizawl, Feb 15 (IANS) The number of foreigners visiting the northeastern state of Mizoram increased last year, with a larger number of US citizens than other foreigners stopping over in this state that borders Myanmar and Bangladesh, officials said.

Supernova remnants really do produce cosmic rays

February 15, 2013 at 11:05 AM

Washington, February 15 (ANI): Analysis of data from NASA's Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope has provided the first clear-cut evidence the expanding debris of exploded stars produces some of the fastest-moving matter in the universe.

Industrial output falls; dashes economic recovery hopes (Roundup)

February 12, 2013 at 6:59 PM

New Delhi, Feb 12 (IANS) India's industrial output shrank for the second consecutive month in December due to a sharp contraction in manufacturing and mining production, dashing hopes for economic recovery.

Factsheet on Tripura elections (To go with: Red bastion Tripura to vote Thursday)

February 12, 2013 at 4:43 PM

The following is a factsheet of Tripura assembly elections:

UAE frees 17 Indian prisoners after payment of blood money

February 12, 2013 at 4:27 PM

New Delhi, Feb. 12 (ANI): 17 Indian prisoners, who were on a death row over murdering a Pakistan national in United Arab Emirates (UAE), have been released.

Business deals worth Rs.250 crore at 'Stonemart 2013'

February 3, 2013 at 6:30 PM

Jaipur, Feb 3 (IANS) Business deals worth over Rs.250 crore were done at the seventh edition of Stonemart 2013 exhibition that ended Sunday, the organisers said.

Bolivia seeks Rajasthan's expertise for exploiting its natural resources

February 2, 2013 at 10:14 PM

Jaipur, Feb 2 (IANS) Natural resources rich South American country Bolivia Saturday sought assistance from the Rajasthan government for technical know how in various sectors, including stones, gems and jewellery.

India to help Afghanistan develop stone industry

February 1, 2013 at 6:54 PM

Jaipur, Feb 1 (IANS) India will provide technical support to Afghanistan to develop its stone and marble industry.

Architects planning to build moon base using 3D printer

February 1, 2013 at 3:50 PM

Washington, Feb 1 (ANI): Industrial partners including renowned architects Foster + Partners have joined with ESA to test the feasibility of using 3D printing to build a lunar base from local materials.

Rajasthan government for new technologies in sandstone, marble

February 1, 2013 at 2:22 PM

Jaipur, Feb 1 (IANS) The Rajasthan government has been pushing for new technologies in the sandstone and marble business to improve the quality of products, Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has said.

Cabinet clears revival package for PSU Scooters India Ltd.

January 31, 2013 at 4:46 PM

New Delhi, Jan 31 (ANI): The Union Cabinet today approved the revival of Scooters India Limited, Lucknow (SIL) through infusion of funds of Rs. 90.38 crore as capex/working capital and financial restructuring through waiver/conversion of Government of India loan/interest to the tune of Rs.111.58 crore.

Pakistan's exports to India grow 66 percent

January 30, 2013 at 9:34 PM

New Delhi, Jan 30 (IANS) Pakistan's exports to India in April-December 2012 grew by 66 percent over the same period in 2011, while India's exports to it increased by 16 percent, officials said Wednesday.

Fighter aircraft with deadly 'laser weaponry' come closer to reality

January 26, 2013 at 3:37 PM

Washington, Jan 26 (ANI): The US military technology developer, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), is working on two new plans to make laser weaponry a reality, a report has said.

India shows military prowess, culture as 64th Republic Day pageant ends

January 26, 2013 at 1:12 PM

New Delhi, Jan.26 (ANI): A strong and resurgent India celebrated its 64th Republic Day on Saturday amidst tight security and colourful pageantry.

Strong, resurgent India to celebrate its 64th Republic Day

January 26, 2013 at 9:36 AM

New Delhi, Jan.26 (ANI): A strong and resurgent India will be celebrating its 64th Republic Day today.

Agni V AND INS Vikramaditya to occupy pride of place during 64th Republic Day parade

January 25, 2013 at 6:00 PM

New Delhi, Jan.25 (ANI): The highlight of the 64th Republic Day, which will take place on Saturday, will be the above 5,000 kms range Agni-V missile.

Universe has actually cooled down: Study

January 25, 2013 at 12:00 PM

Sydney, Jan 25 (IANS) Despite all the hype over global warming, astronomers say that the universe has actually cooled down just the way the Big Bang theory predicts.

Tesco seeks clarification on India's retail FDI policy

January 24, 2013 at 6:40 PM

New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) British retailer Tesco Thursday sought clarifications from the Indian government on the foreign direct investment (FDI) policy in retail.

Tourism Minister Chiranjeevi welcomes exclusion of Manipur, Mizoram and Nagaland from protected are

January 24, 2013 at 4:33 PM

New Delhi, Jan.24 (ANI): Union Tourism Minister K Chiranjeevi has welcomed the decision of the Ministry of Home Affairs relating to the exclusion of Manipur, Mizoram and Nagaland from the Protected Area Regime notified under the Foreigners (Protected Areas) Order, 1958 for a further period of one year beyond 31.12.2012, subject to certain conditions.

Canada's exports to emerging markets rise

January 23, 2013 at 1:29 PM

Vancouver, Jan 23 (IANS) Canada's exports to emerging markets have been growing since 2000 despite the strong Canadian dollar as the country's trade relatively shifted away from traditional markets, a think tank said.

US school suspends five-yr-old for making bubble gun 'terrorist threat'

January 21, 2013 at 12:00 PM

Washington, Jan. 21 (ANI): A five-year-old girl has been suspended from elementary school in Pennsylvania after she made what the school called a 'terrorist threat'.

Iraq seeks India's agricultural expertise

January 16, 2013 at 4:17 PM

New Delhi, Jan 16 (IANS) Iraqis will travel to India from April to get trained in irrigation and land reclamation.

Galaxy's gamma-ray flares 'erupted far from its black hole'

January 8, 2013 at 11:11 AM

Washington, January 8 (ANI): Using a combination of data from NASA's Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope and the National Science Foundation's Very Long Baseline Array (VLBA), astronomers have zeroed in on the source of the months-long blast of energy launched by an enormous black hole almost 11 billion years ago swept past Earth in 2011.

UAE company gives UNICEF $1 mn for polio eradication in Afghanistan

January 7, 2013 at 11:19 PM

Dubai, Jan 7 (IANS/WAM) An Emirati company has donated $1 million to UNICEF for polio eradication in Afghanistan.

Nano-material may revolutionise electronics

January 7, 2013 at 4:07 PM

Sydney, Jan 7 (IANS) A two-dimensional nano-material could usher in nano-transistors and help revolutionise electronics, including ultra fast computing, says an Australian research.

A day of love: 7,300 couples marry in China on '2013-1-4'

January 5, 2013 at 6:07 PM

Beijing, Jan 5 (IANS) An astounding 7,300 couples got married in China's Shanghai metropolis on a date considered auspicious - 2013-1-4 - as the six digits when spoken in Chinese sound like the phrase "love you for life".

Funeral of Karachi blast victims today

January 2, 2013 at 12:31 PM

Karachi, Jan.2 (ANI): The funeral prayers of four persons, who died in the blast that occurred at Ayesha Manzil on Tuesday night, will be offered today, even as the MQM has announced that it will observe a mourning day here on Wednesday.

One killed, 32 injured in Karachi explosion

January 2, 2013 at 10:29 AM

Islamabad, Jan 2 (ANI): At least one person has been killed and 32 were injured in a massive blast in Karachi, Pakistan.

Five dead in Shanghai construction accident

January 1, 2013 at 9:41 AM

Beijing, Jan 1 (IANS) At least five workers died and 18 others injured after an under construction concrete platform of a building collapsed in China's Shanghai city, Xinhua reported Tuesday.

Core industry growth falls to 1.8 percent in November

December 31, 2012 at 7:49 PM

New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) Eight core industries such as power and coal logged a sluggish 1.8 percent growth in November this year as compared to 7.8 percent growth registered in the corresponding month of the previous year, government data showed Monday.

Girls' school blown up in Pakistan

December 31, 2012 at 1:25 PM

Islamabad, Dec 31 (IANS) Extremists blew up an all-girls school in Pakistan's Khyber Agency, a tribal area, leaving one person killed, Geo News reported Monday.

Trade normalization between India, Pak may hit 'deadlock' due to delay in MFN status decision

December 28, 2012 at 3:57 PM

Islamabad, Dec 28 (ANI): Trade normalisation between Delhi and Islamabad may hit a deadlock as Pakistan has not yet decided to implement its decision of granting the Most Favoured Nations (MFN) status to India, a report has said.

India suffered worst slowdown in decade despite reforms push (2012 in Retrospect)

December 23, 2012 at 12:53 PM

New Delhi, Dec 23 (IANS) The Indian economy suffered its worst slowdown in almost a decade, with the country even facing the ignominy of a ratings downgrade, which was salvaged somewhat with some hasty but big-ticket reforms in the latter part of the year.

Job seekers with pics on LinkedIn more likely to land jobs than ones without: Study

December 20, 2012 at 1:01 PM

Washington, Dec. 20 (ANI): A new study has revealed that job candidates with pictures on their LinkedIn profiles were viewed more favourably than candidates without pictures, and were more likely to be hired by employers.

Diet Pepsi adds fake sweetener to formula for sales boost

December 18, 2012 at 1:49 PM

New York, Dec. 18 (ANI): Diet Pepsi has secretly added a new artificial sweetener to its formula, in a desperate bid to improve its declining sales, it has been revealed.

Kazakh president cites 10 key challenges for world to tackle

December 17, 2012 at 2:54 PM

Astana (Kazakhstan), Dec.17 (ANI): Kazakhstan President Nursultan Nazarbayev has in an address to the nation on the occasion of the country's 20th Independence Day focussed on ten key challenges that the people of his country and the Central Asian region at large need to address to ensure a better future for themselves.

Ant, termite mounds now gold-diggers' new help?

December 16, 2012 at 12:06 PM

Sydney, Dec 16 (IANS) Researchers will be now able to locate gold and other mineral deposits in an eco-friendly and cost effective way, just by analysing small ant and termite mounds.

Need to tap domestic sources of growth: Raghuram Rajan

December 13, 2012 at 5:56 PM

New Delhi, Dec 13 (IANS) India's Chief Economic Advisor Raghuram Rajan Thursday stressed the need to tap domestic sources of growth as the economy will continue to be influenced by developments overseas.

China holds air war to choose its best fighter pilots

December 13, 2012 at 12:16 PM

Beijing, Dec 13 (IANS) China has organised a 10-day air war competition in which over a hundred ace fighter pilots were pitted against each other at speeds of 1,800 km per hour and had to take the right decision in barely 10 seconds.

Industrial output in October grows by 8.2 percent

December 12, 2012 at 4:48 PM

New Delhi, Dec 12 (IANS) India's industrial production rose by 8.2 percent in October from a year earlier on a rebound in manufacturing, power and higher output of capital as well as consumer goods, indicating a recovery in the economy, government data showed Wednesday.

Zimbabwean passenger arrested at airport with drugs

December 11, 2012 at 11:04 PM

New Delhi, Dec 11 (IANS) A Zimbabwean passenger, flying to South Africa, was arrested with banned drugs from the Indira Gandhi International Airport here Tuesday, a security official said.

India, Ukraine sign agreements to enhance cooperation

December 10, 2012 at 3:36 PM

New Delhi, Dec 10 (ANI): India and Ukraine on Monday signed five agreements to enhance cooperation including in areas of defence, nuclear and science and technology.

China's industrial output and retail sales rise

December 10, 2012 at 1:52 PM

London, Dec. 10 (ANI): China's economic growth rate is again gaining momentum, as the government released strong industrial output and retail sales figures.