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Everything you need to know about Kolhapur City Ho: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Pray for people you're angry with: Pope

June 18, 2013 at 3:40 PM

Vatican City, June 18 (IANS/AKI) Pope Francis has urged Catholics to turn the other cheek. "Are you angry with someone? Pray for that person. That is what Christian love is," he said.

Bill Clinton named father of the year

June 12, 2013 at 10:04 AM

Washington, June 12 (ANI): Bill Clinton was presented Father of the Year Award from the National Father's Day Committee at a New York City luncheon, which benefitted international NGO Save the Children, on Tuesday.

TV show cancelled for showing Putin divorce material

June 9, 2013 at 4:41 AM

Moscow, June 9 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A Russian TV presenter has claimed that his show was pulled off air because of its take on the recent news that President Vladimir Putin is getting divorced.

Brazil captain Silva in doubt for France friendly

June 8, 2013 at 4:57 PM

Porto Alegre (Brazil), June 8 (IANS) Brazil captain Thiago Silva is in doubt for Sunday's international friendly against France here due to injury.

Murders rise in Guatemala

June 7, 2013 at 11:37 AM

Guatemala City, June 7 (IANS/EFE) The 2,597 homicides committed in Guatemala in the first five months of the year represent an increase of 9 percent over the same period in 2012, the Mutual Support Group, or GAM, said.

Pope backs Syria peace conference bid

June 6, 2013 at 3:21 AM

Vatican City, June 6 (IANS/AKI) Pope Francis has voiced support for international attempts to convene a peace conference to be attended by Syria's government and opposition.

Guptagate: Eight South African policemen plead guilty

June 4, 2013 at 8:18 PM

Durban, June 4 (IANS) Eight South African police officers have pleaded guilty to the charges slapped against them in connection with a wedding scandal involving an influential Indian-origin Gupta family.

Gastronomy festival held in Mexico

June 3, 2013 at 12:01 PM

Mexico City, June 3 (IANS/EFE) A gastronomy festival is being held in the central Mexican state of Guanajuato, where thousands of people will enjoy the different events featuring leading local and international chefs.

Amanda Bynes doesn't need rehab, say parents

May 25, 2013 at 2:46 PM

Los Angeles, May 25 (IANS) Hollywood actress Amanda Bynes, who was arrested for drug possession, does not need to go to a rehabilitation centre, according to her parents.

Ecuadorian footballer feels it is best to ignore racism in Russia

May 24, 2013 at 1:58 PM

Moscow, May 24 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Lokomotiv Moscow forward Felipe Caicedo has said that he tries to block out racist chants at Russian football stadiums.

Questions raised over valuation dropping Gupta's property price in S. Africa

May 22, 2013 at 11:18 AM

Johannesburg, May 22 (ANI): An objection has been lodged over an error on the 2013 property valuation of a property owned by the well-connected Indian family in Johannesburg.

Indian university lecturer arrested in UAE

May 20, 2013 at 5:58 PM

Dubai, May 20 (IANS) An Indian university lecturer who had come to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on a short visit has been arrested by police here for blogging against a Dubai-based university.

Tepees latest household craze in US

May 20, 2013 at 3:42 PM

New York, May 20 (ANI): Tepees are the latest houseware piece that is trending all over America.

Penguins are star attraction at Guatemala zoo

May 14, 2013 at 10:46 AM

Guatemala City, May 14 (IANS/EFE) Twelve penguins, newly arrived from a conservationist park in France, have become the star attractions at Guatemala City's La Aurora Zoo.

Goa offers olive branch to transporters opposing fee

May 13, 2013 at 9:18 PM

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

Indian wedding controversy: Nine South African cops suspended

May 11, 2013 at 5:10 PM

Durban, May 11 (IANS) Nine officers of the Tshwane Metro Police in South Africa have been suspended for their alleged role in a controversial wedding in an Indian-origin family earlier this month.

Mexican death saint 'blasphemous', says Vatican

May 10, 2013 at 7:58 PM

London, May 10 (IANS) The cult of Santa Muerte or "Holy Death" in Mexico is "blasphemous" and worshipping it was a "degeneration of religion", a senior Vatican official has said.

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.

NYPD surveillance of Muslims called 'unconstitutional'

May 6, 2013 at 12:44 PM

Washington, May 6 (ANI): New York Police Department's surveillance of Muslims has been called unconstitutional.

Audi breaks ground on Mexico plant

May 6, 2013 at 12:04 PM

Mexico City, May 6 (IANS/EFE) Audi executives and Economy Secretary Ildefonso Guajardo laid the cornerstone for the German automaker's new plant in Mexico, the Economy Secretariat said in a statement.

Elano hopeful for Brazil recall

May 5, 2013 at 2:12 PM

Rio de Janeiro, May 5 (IANS) Former Manchester City midfielder Elano said he remained hopeful of a recall to Brazil's national team ahead of the 2014 World Cup.

Solar plane starts journey across US

May 4, 2013 at 9:32 AM

Washington, May 4 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The first airplane that can fly both day and night powered exclusively by the sun's rays has taken off from California in the first stage of an attempt to fly across the US without using any fuel.

Man claims he visited heaven and spoke to God while unconscious in hospital

May 3, 2013 at 3:24 PM

London, May 3 (ANI): A man, whose heart stopped beating for hours, has claimed that he saw angels and spoke to God before unbelievably waking up in hospital and making a full recovery.

Chelsea to lure Mourinho back with 100 mln-pound transfer 'kitty'

May 1, 2013 at 1:16 PM

London, May 1 (ANI): Chelsea is set to offer a 100 million-pound transfer cash bundle to Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho to rebuild the club if the Portuguese makes the move back to the Blues this summer.

Maharashtra to create two million jobs

May 1, 2013 at 10:28 AM

Mumbai, May 1 (IANS) Maharashtra will create two million new jobs under Industrial Policy-2013 and attract more investment to maintain its numero uno status among industrialised states in the country, Governor K. Sankaranarayanan said here Wednesday.

Goa BJP warns media against biased reports on entry tax

April 22, 2013 at 1:16 PM

Panaji, April 22 (IANS) The ruling BJP in Goa Monday warned the media against publishing "biased" reports about a stand-off between the state government and transport operators over a controversial entry tax imposed last week.

Sarah Jessica Parker fights with twin daughters for jewellery

April 21, 2013 at 3:56 PM

Washington, April 21 (ANI): Sarah Jessica Parker has revealed that she has to struggle to get back her own jewellery from her twin daughters.

Over 100 dead, thousands injured in China quake; massive rescue underway

April 20, 2013 at 4:12 PM

Beijing, April 20 (Xinhua-ANI): More than 100 people were killed and thousands injured after a strong quake struck southwest China's Sichuan Province Saturday morning, triggering massive rescue efforts.

Premier League clubs spent whopping two-third on players' wages in 2011-12

April 19, 2013 at 1:40 PM

London, Apr 19 (ANI): According to the recently published financial accounts of the 20 Premier League (PL) clubs, more than two-third of their record 2.4 billion-pound income in 2011-12 had been spent on the wages of their players.

Monaco to 'gazump' Chelsea in Mourinho chase by making him world's 'highest-paid' football manager

April 17, 2013 at 2:28 PM

London, Apr 17 (ANI): Real Madrid head coach Jose Mourinho has reportedly received an offer from mega-rich French club Monaco which will make him the highest-paid football manager in the world.

Mexican airline operates fuel efficient aircraft

April 11, 2013 at 11:48 AM

Cancun (Mexico), April 11 (IANS/EFE) Mexican discount carrier Volaris has started operating the first of 50 Airbus A320s equipped with wing tip fuel saving devices, known as "sharklets", which will allow it to reduce fuel use by up to four percent.

Vidic touts current 'Fergie-led' Man U squad 'better than any other season'

April 4, 2013 at 5:00 PM

London, Apr 4 (ANI): Manchester United captain Nemanja Vidic has claimed that the current United team under the aegis of Sir Alex Ferguson is better than any other season at the club.

Ignore rumours on Pawar's health, says NCP

March 28, 2013 at 3:22 PM

Mumbai, March 28 (IANS) Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar is in good health and there is no need for concern, a party leader said Thursday and asked his colleagues to guard against rumours.

Pawar indisposed, rests in Pune home

March 24, 2013 at 2:34 PM

Pune, March 24 (IANS) Union Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar was rushed to Pune from Kolhapur Sunday morning after he experienced sudden weakness and exhaustion, a party official said.

Journalist gunned down in Guatemala

March 22, 2013 at 10:41 AM

Guatemala City, March 22 (IANS/EFE) A journalist with Nuestro Diario newspaper was fatally shot in the eastern Guatemalan province of Jutiapa, the publication said Thursday.

Nine die in Mexico fireworks blast

March 16, 2013 at 9:42 AM

Mexico City, March 16 (IANS/EFE) Nine people were killed Friday when a vehicle carrying fireworks exploded during a religious festival in the central Mexican state of Tlaxcala, authorities said.

Be courageous: Pope Francis urges Catholic cardinals

March 16, 2013 at 6:22 AM

Vatican City, March 16 (IANS/AKI) Pope Francis has called for "new methods of evangelisation", and urged Catholic cardinals to unite and to be "courageous".

Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise 'incredibly happy post split'

March 13, 2013 at 3:50 PM

Melbourne, Mar 13 (ANI): 'Rock of Ages' director Adam Shankman has said that his two good friends Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise are "incredibly happy" since they got divorced.

Raj Thackeray not to ally with cousin Uddhav

March 9, 2013 at 9:07 PM

Mumbai, March 9 (IANS) Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray Saturday said that his party would come to power in the state without allying with anyone - an indication that he would not tieup with his cousin and Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray.

Raging fire engulfs forest near Mumbai's Film City

March 5, 2013 at 4:35 PM

Mumbai, Mar. 5 (ANI): A raging fire engulfed the forest near Film City in Goregaon area of Mumbai, even as fire fighters struggled to control the blaze.

Former Maharashtra speaker's widow wins assembly by-poll

March 1, 2013 at 11:02 AM

Mumbai, Ma Mar 1 (IANS) Sandhya Desai-Kupekar, widow of former Maharashtra speaker Babasaheb Kupekar, has bagged the Chandgad assembly seat in Kolhapur district, an official here said.

Aadhar: C.M. fixed 31st March as deadline to complete the target

February 23, 2013 at 1:06 PM

Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit as reviewed the implementation of Direct Benefit Transfer Scheme and Aadhar enrollment in the Capital City in a high level meeting which was attended by the Food and Supplies Minister

Estopa now more inspired to share music

February 15, 2013 at 10:09 AM

Mexico City, Feb 15 (IANS/EFE) The two brothers who make up the Spanish duo Estopa find themselves "more inspired than ever" to create and share music with the public.

Shiv Sena admits it torched toll booths

February 11, 2013 at 8:27 PM

Kolhapur (Maharashtra), Feb 11 (IANS) Shiv Sena legislator Rajesh Kshirsagar from this Maharashtra city Monday accepted full responsibility for burning down three toll booths in the district.

Richie Ray, Bobby Cruz celebrate 50-year music career

February 4, 2013 at 9:58 AM

San Juan, Feb 4 (IANS/EFE) Puerto Rican salsa legends Richie Ray and Bobby Cruz celebrated Saturday their 50th year of making music together by recalling their greatest hits and giving thanks they're still alive after their bouts with drugs and alcohol.

Mexican court frees French woman jailed for 96 years

January 24, 2013 at 4:57 PM

London, Jan 24 (IANS) A French woman who was initially sentenced to 96 years in jail by a Mexican court over a kidnapping in 2005 has been freed after Mexico's Supreme Court ruled that her rights were violated.

Over 150 Mexican cops held for organized crime ties

January 21, 2013 at 10:16 AM

Mexico City, Jan 21 (IANS/EFE) As many as 158 police personnel have been arrested in the northern Mexican state of Durango for alleged ties to organized crime, officials said.

Guardiola wants to ply trade in 'fascinating' English Premier League in future

January 16, 2013 at 4:09 PM

London, Jan 16(ANI): Former Barcelona manager Pep Guardiola has made it clear he would like to manage a top Premier League club in future as he has always been fascinated by English football.

Coca-Cola launches ad to address obesity

January 15, 2013 at 11:37 AM

London, Jan 15 (ANI): Soda giant Coca-Cola has launched a big ad campaign to state that it is doing a lot to combat obesity.

Provide health care to deprived sections of society: Ansari

January 15, 2013 at 10:23 AM

Vice President Hamid Ansari has said that it is imperative for the State to provide health care coverage to all especially marginalized and deprived sections of the Society. It is time to provide attention on preventive care for them.

Helen Flanagan dropped from 1m pounds lingerie deal with Ultimo

January 13, 2013 at 2:49 PM

London, Jan 13(ANI): Helen Flanagan has been dropped out of the 1-million-dollar deal with designer lingerie brand Ultimo.

'Le Sulk' Anelka set for shock retirement from football

January 11, 2013 at 3:13 PM

London, Jan 11(ANI): Former Chelsea striker Nicolas Anelka could announce his shock retirement after his contract with Chinese club Shanghai Shenhua gets over

Russians to stage march against US adoption ban

January 9, 2013 at 11:13 PM

Moscow, Jan 9 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Opponents of a law banning US nationals from adopting Russian children were granted permission here Wednesday to hold a protest march in central Moscow Jan 13, officials and rally organisers said.

Madrid presents dossier for 2020 Olympic Bid

January 9, 2013 at 12:25 PM

Madrid, Jan 9 (IANS) The City of Madrid officially presented the dossier for its candidacy to host the 2020 Olympic Games to the press.

UK 'losing war on cyber crime as lost revenue hits 205 mln pounds per year'

December 31, 2012 at 12:37 PM

London, Dec. 31 (ANI): Britain is losing the war on Internet crime, after it emerged that cyber crime cost businesses in the country around 205 million pounds in lost revenue last year, a leading police officer has admitted.

Five killed in Maharashtra accidents

December 30, 2012 at 6:21 PM

Nashik, Dec 30 (IANS) Five people, including a man and his daughter, were killed and 23 others injured in two separate accidents in Maharashtra, police said.

Kids request Santa for new sibling, pet or 'dad' for Christmas

December 25, 2012 at 1:09 PM

London, December 25 (ANI): Its Christmas time and most people may assume that children will ask Santa for an extensive list of toys, games and treats.

Five labourers injured as security guards open fire in Jamshedpur

December 24, 2012 at 6:37 PM

Jamshedpur, Dec. 24 (ANI): At least five workers were injured as private company guards opened fire on labourers here on Monday, following heated arguments over not being allowed to enter the premises with their bicycles.

'Livid' Fergie says Van Persie 'could have been killed' after being struck by ball on head

December 24, 2012 at 11:49 AM

London, Dec 24(ANI): Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson blasted Swansea City captain Ashley Williams for deliberately kicking Robin Van Persie on the head with the ball during their 1-1 draw at the Liberty Stadium on Sunday, and added that the striker could have been killed due to that.

Mario Balotelli shows up as Santa during stadium fan tour

December 21, 2012 at 1:49 PM

London, Dec 21 (ANI): Local youngsters were in for a treat during a tour of the Etihad Stadium, as Mario Balotelli surprised them by turning up as Father Christmas.

Texas gun store owner offering teachers discount on guns after Connecticut school shooting

December 18, 2012 at 12:29 PM

Washington, Dec. 18 (ANI): A Texas gun store owner is not only encouraging teachers to arm themselves, he is also offering them a discount.

Maharashtra's only palace hotel to go under hammer

December 18, 2012 at 11:17 AM

Kolhapur (Maharashtra), Dec 18 (IANS) The imposing Hotel Shalini Palace, a heritage structure steeped in debt, will soon go under an auctioneer's hammer, a top official said.

Mumbai among world's most 'dirtiest' cities: Survey

December 14, 2012 at 2:04 PM

Sydney, Dec 14 (ANI): Mumbai has been named among the list of the world's most dirtiest city, according to a survey.

Guatemala deports McAfee to US

December 13, 2012 at 10:16 AM

Guatemala City, Dec 13 (IANS/EFE) US software guru John McAfee, who fled here last week from neighbouring Belize where authorities want to question him about a murder, was deported to the US Wednesday, a Guatemalan official said.

BCCI condoles death of Nimbalkar

December 12, 2012 at 7:44 PM

New Delhi, Dec 12 (IANS) The Indian cricket board Wednesday condoled the death of famous Ranji cricketer B.B. Nimbalkar, who passed away Tuesday at age 93 due to age-related ailments in Kolhapur.

Boris Johnson dancing at Olympics closing ceremony 'most talked-about event' on Twitter

December 12, 2012 at 1:52 PM

London, Dec 12 (ANI): London Mayor Boris Johnson dancing at the Olympics closing ceremony was the most talked-about event of 2012 among Twitter users in the UK, the micro blogging site has revealed.

Motorsports: Ghorpade tops in Asian class

December 8, 2012 at 11:56 PM

Sepang (Malaysia), Dec 8 (IANS) Parth Ghorpade became the first Indian to annex the Formula Pilota Asian Championship when he won Race 2 at the sixth round of the series here Saturday.

Outrage over Swedish artist using ashes of Holocaust victims to make painting

December 7, 2012 at 12:54 PM

Washington, Dec. 7 (ANI): A Swedish artist has caused outrage after it was revealed that he used the ashes of incinerated Nazi death camp victims to make a painting.

US software mogul McAfee hospitalized in Guatemala

December 7, 2012 at 10:12 AM

Guatemala City, Dec 7 (IANS/EFE) US software guru John McAfee was hospitalized here Thursday after complaining of chest pain as Guatemalan authorities prepared to deport him to neighbouring Belize, where police want to question him in connection with a murder.

No risks for Mourinho as Real Madrid face Ajax

December 3, 2012 at 5:24 PM

Madrid, Dec 3 (IANS) Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho will introduce changes for his side's Champions League match at home against Ajax Tuesday night.

Uddhav to head Shiv Sena, vows to fulfil Bal Thackeray's dreams

December 3, 2012 at 5:16 PM

Kolhapur (Maharashtra)/Mumbai, Dec 3 (IANS) Shiv Sena executive president Uddhav Thackeray, who has been named the party's de facto chief, Monday took a public vow to fulfil the dreams of his late father and party chief Bal Thackeray.

Australia to make China's Forbidden City theme park near Sydney

December 3, 2012 at 4:20 PM

Sydney, Dec. 3 (ANI): Australia is set to make a Chinese theme park featuring the full-size replica of the gates to the Forbidden City in Beijing and nine-story temple housing a giant Buddha.

Ali to be proclaimed king of boxing

December 3, 2012 at 11:32 AM

Mexico City, Dec 3 (IANS/EFE) Muhammad Ali, former world heavyweight boxing champion and widely considered to be the greatest pugilist of all time, will be named "King of Boxing" at the 50th convention of the World Boxing Council, or WBC.

Uddhav to tour Maharashtra and meet party workers

December 2, 2012 at 12:35 PM

Mumbai, Dec 2 (IANS) Shiv Sena executive president Uddhav Thackeray Sunday reiterated his resolve to fight for 'Marathi Manoos' and 'Hindutvavaad'. Uddhav will soon tour the state to meet party workers across the state.

Post-Thackeray, Uddhav to meet party activists

December 1, 2012 at 9:59 AM

Mumbai, Dec 1 (IANS) After mourning Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray's death, his son and party executive president Uddhav Thackeray will tour Maharashtra to interact with party activists, a party official said here Saturday.

Malaysian town permits women to cut men's hair but 'sensitive unisex' word is out

November 28, 2012 at 9:27 PM

Kuala Lumpur, Nov. 28 (ANI): Hair salons in Malaysian town of Alor Setar cannot use the word 'unisex' on their business signboards as it is 'a sensitive word', a city councilor has said.

Ronaldo backs Man U to win Premier League title this season

November 25, 2012 at 3:25 PM

London, Nov. 25 (ANI): Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo has blasted Manchester City strikers by telling them the champions will not win the Premier League this season.

'Mario bros' join each other for night out in Manchester

November 25, 2012 at 12:05 PM

London, Nov 25 (ANI): 'TOWIE' star Mario Falcone, who was up North in Manchester - away from his Essex hometown - joined Mario Balotelli footballer for a meal.

Mustached Peter Crouch leaves Kate Moss' book launch party crawling

November 17, 2012 at 4:34 PM

London, Nov 17 (ANI): Peter Crouch was pictured crawling into the back of a car on Thursday evening after attending the launch of Kate Moss' book at 50 St. James in London.

One injured during farmers clash in Kolhapur

November 15, 2012 at 12:58 PM

Kolhapur (Maharashtra), Nov.15 (ANI): Protesting sugarcane farmers, who are demanding a better price for their crop, torched a police jeep and pelted stones during a fresh clash with police in Maharashtra's Kolhapur district.

Six die in shooting at Mexico wedding

November 15, 2012 at 10:18 AM

Mexico City, Nov 15 (IANS/EFE) At least six people were killed and two were wounded by gunfire during and after a wedding party in the western Mexican town of Salvador Escalante, officials said.

Protesting farmers torch police jeep as fresh clash erupts at Kolhapur

November 14, 2012 at 3:06 PM

Kolhapur (Maharashtra), Nov. 14 (ANI): Protesting sugarcane farmers who were demanding better price for their crop torched a police jeep and pelted stones in a fresh clash with cops in Kolhapur district of Maharashtra today.

Sangli remains tensed after violent clash between protesting farmers and police

November 13, 2012 at 12:35 PM

Sangli (Maharashtra), Nov. 13 (ANI): Sangli and nearby districts like Kolhapur and Satara in Maharashtra remain tensed on Tuesday, a day after violent clash between protesting sugarcane farmers and police personnel.

De Rossi dropped by Prandelli from Azzurri

November 12, 2012 at 2:11 PM

Rome, Nov 12 (IANS) AS Roma midfielder Daniele De Rossi was dropped from the Italy national football team when head coach Cesare Prandelli announced the squad to play France in a friendly.

France squad for Italy friendly

November 9, 2012 at 2:05 PM

Paris, Nov 9 (IANS) The following is France's squad for a football friendly against Italy in Parma Nov 14:

'Sugarcane farmers hopeful of getting Rs.300/quintal for produce'

November 3, 2012 at 11:11 PM

New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) With input prices having increased, sugarcane farmers, especially in the major producing states of Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh, are hopeful of getting their demanded rate of Rs.300 per quintal for sugarcane, a farmers body official said Saturday.

Kolo Toure tempted to move to France after falling out of favour at Man City

November 2, 2012 at 3:59 PM

London, Nov. 2 (ANI): Kolo Toure could be tempted to move to France after falling out of favour at Manchester City.

Has F1 helped Indian motor sports?

October 29, 2012 at 5:40 PM

New Delhi, Oct 29 (IANS) After two successful editions of the Indian Grand Prix, it is probably the best time to raise the question: Has the arrival of Formula One helped the country's motor sports?

Mario Balotelli dons pink headphones for flight to Amsterdam

October 24, 2012 at 3:03 PM

London, Oct 24 (ANI): Mario Balotelli turned heads by wearing bright pink headphones while with his teammates as they prepared to fly off to Amsterdam for their Champions League clash against Ajax.

Peru gets upgraded gunships to boost drug fight

October 20, 2012 at 3:18 PM

Mexico City, Oct 20 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Four attack helicopters, modernized in Russia, have joined the Peruvian Air Force to boost its combat capability in the fight against terrorism and drug trafficking.

Eva Longoria presents Humanitarian Award to Deepak Chopra in racy backless dress

October 18, 2012 at 12:54 PM

London, Oct 18 (ANI): Eva Longoria was certainly dressed to impress, when she presented famed Indian-born American physician and writer, Deepak Chopra with the Mandala Humanitarian award on Tuesday night.

1,000-year-old tombs found in Mexico

October 18, 2012 at 11:42 AM

Mexico City, Oct 18 (IANS/EFE) Mexican archaeologists have discovered a group of millennium-old basalt tombs in the Pacific coast state of Nayarit, said authorities.

Roberto Mancini wants James Bond role

October 18, 2012 at 10:54 AM

London, Oct 18 (ANI): Roberto Mancini is said to be obsessed with James Bond and dreams of starring as the iconic spy.

Three women, baby shot dead in Guatemala

October 15, 2012 at 10:04 AM

Guatemala City, Oct 15 (IANS/EFE) Gunmen killed three women and an eight-month-old baby girl at a house in eastern Guatemala, officials said Sunday.

'Dirty Harry' Harry named 'Man of the Year' by Brit mag

October 8, 2012 at 12:51 PM

Melbourne, Oct 8 (ANI): Prince Harry, who has made headlines for his Sin City photo scandal, has been touted as the 'Man of the Year' by Tatler magazine.

Son of prominent Mexican politician killed

October 5, 2012 at 3:58 PM

Mexico City, Oct. 4 (Xinhua-ANI): A son of a prominent Mexican politician has been shot dead in northeastern Mexico, the authorities said Thursday.

Mexico urges US to avoid `tomato war'

October 4, 2012 at 12:22 PM

Mexico City, Oct 4 (IANS/EFE) Mexico's government expressed concern that the US may cancel a 16-year-old agreement setting the price for its tomato exports, saying it will urge Washington not to opt for protectionist measures.

Men in Delhi Metro women's coaches fined Rs.32 lakh

October 1, 2012 at 1:50 PM

New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) Fines from men travelling in women's only coaches have swelled Delhi Metro coffers by a staggering Rs.32 lakh ($60,394) in the two years since the rule was introduced on Oct 2, 2010, an official said.

Real Madrid coach Mourinho praises Ramos

September 30, 2012 at 2:50 PM

Madrid, Sep 30 (IANS) Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho praised central defender Sergio Ramos while at the same time handing him a warning that he needs to be at his best in order to play.

New York City to get 'world's largest' Ferris wheel

September 28, 2012 at 1:34 PM

Washington, Sep. 28 (ANI): The world's biggest Ferris wheel will be built on Staten Island, in an ambitious attempt to draw tourists to the city known now as the 'forgotten borough'.