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Malaysian village in panic over discovery of Bigfoot prints

June 18, 2013 at 4:36 PM

Washington, June 18 (ANI): About 200 Bigfoot-like footprints have been reportedly discovered near Kampung Kepis Baru, Kuala Pilah, Malaysia, causing panic among villagers.

Peek-a-boo at Warne's lavish 'up-for-grabs' 15 mln-dollar mansion!

June 18, 2013 at 12:36 PM

Melbourne, June 18 (ANI): Pictures of Australian spin legend Shane Warne's luxurious mansion, which has been reportedly put on the market for 15 million dollars, have been revealed to the public.

Mick Jagger's hair to be auctioned next month

June 17, 2013 at 1:40 PM

Washington, June 17 (ANI): A few locks of Mick Jagger's hair are set to go under the hammer next month.

Brooke Mueller quits Betty Ford rehab

June 17, 2013 at 9:00 AM

Los Angeles, June 17 (IANS) Charlie Sheen's ex-wife Broke Mueller has quit the Betty Ford rehab clinic and shifted to another facility in Orange County.

Chinese authorities censor pictures comparing Obama, Xinping pictures to Winnie the Pooh, Tigger

June 16, 2013 at 11:16 AM

Washington, June 16 (ANI): China's Internet censors have removed posts comparing a photo of President Barack Obama and Chinese President Xi Jinping to Winnie the Pooh and his pal Tigger.

Paris Jackson wants to move in with dad's pal Diana Ross

June 16, 2013 at 10:52 AM

London, June 16(ANI): Paris Jackson, who recently attempted suicide, has decided to leave her family estate in Calabasas, Los Angeles to move in with her dad's old pal Diana Ross.

Assange accuses 'no friend of WikiLeaks' Google of 'complex agenda'

June 14, 2013 at 2:04 PM

Sydney, June 14 (ANI): WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange in his keynote address at Sydney University, scathing in his attacks said that Google is not at his side and rather has a much more 'complex agenda'.

Spartak's Karpin sued in Spain over debts

June 13, 2013 at 7:32 PM

Moscow, June 13 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Former Russian football star Valery Karpin is being sued for $29.3 million in a Spanish court over a real estate dispute, La Voz de Galicia newspaper reported Thursday.

Attractive real estate agents make more money

June 10, 2013 at 9:48 AM

Washington, June 10 (ANI): The more attractive the real estate agent, the higher the listing price of the home for sale, a recent study has revealed.

Part of MJ abuse claim by choreographer may be unsealed

June 7, 2013 at 5:13 PM

Washington, June 07 (ANI): A judge has revealed that he was inclined to unseal portions of a choreographer's court filings alleging he was abused by Michael Jackson.

Warne selling Melbourne mansion for 15 mln dollars

June 7, 2013 at 12:01 PM

Sydney, June 7 (ANI): Australian spin legend Shane Warne has reportedly listed his luxurious Melbourne mansion on the market, with the asking price believed to be around 15 million dollars.

Godrej Properties launches housing project in Kolkata

June 6, 2013 at 8:17 PM

Kolkata, June 6 (IANS) Godrej Group real estate development arm Godrej Properties Thursday launched the fifth phase of its residential project here.

New real estate Bill will curb frauds and money laundering: Ajay Maken

June 6, 2013 at 10:50 AM

New Delhi, June 6 (ANI): Terming the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Bill 2013 a landmark legislation aimed at protecting the interests of home buyers, Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation Minister, Ajay Maken has said the Bill proposed to register real estate agents, who have been unregulated, which will eventually lead to tracing of money trail and curbing money laundering.

New real estate bill to help curb malpractices: Maken

June 5, 2013 at 7:45 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) The real estate regulation bill approved by the union cabinet will promote fair-play in real estate transactions and introduce penal provisions for developers who do not stick to norms, Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation Minister Ajay Maken said Wednesday.

Real estate bill: Some like it, others say penalties too harsh

June 5, 2013 at 4:57 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) The government's decision to approve the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Bill has evoked mixed response from the industry.

Kanye West moves out of New York pad

June 5, 2013 at 9:53 AM

It seems West and socialite-girlfriend Kim Kardashian will soon be shifting to their $9 million Bel Air, California mansion as vans were spotted outside his bachelor pad Tuesday morning, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

Real estate regulator gets cabinet nod

June 4, 2013 at 10:09 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) The union cabinet Tuesday approved a bill to set up a real estate regulator, an official source said after a meeting here.

Congress, BJP politicians buying up land: farmers

June 4, 2013 at 7:53 PM

Panaji, June 4 (IANS) Politicians from both the Congress and the BJP have been buying large tracts of land near a proposed airport site in north Goa, farmers protesting the project said Tuesday.

Justin Bieber's neighbours revolting over his 'bad behaviour'

June 4, 2013 at 3:45 PM

London, June 4(ANI): Justin Bieber's neighbours have joined hands to put an end to the teenager's antics.

How to successfully negotiate salaries when offered new position

June 2, 2013 at 9:22 AM

Washington, June 2 (ANI): A recent study on the art of negotiation by two professors at Columbia Business School could help those who are offered a new job - and all negotiators - seal a stronger deal than before.

Anna Nicole Smith's daughter may inherit $49m

June 1, 2013 at 9:46 AM

New York, Jun. 1 (ANI): Anna Nicole Smith's 6-year-old daughter, Dannielynn, could amass a multi-million dollar fortune in sanctions from the estate of E. Pierce Marshall - son of the actress' former husband J. Howard Marshall.

Economic growth slumps to decade low of 5 percent (Roundup)

May 31, 2013 at 6:49 PM

New Delhi, May 31 (IANS) India's economic growth slumped to a decade-low of 5 percent in the financial year ended March 31, 2013, due to poor show of mining and farm sectors, official data showed Friday.

Fiscal 2012-13 economic growth slowest in a decade

May 31, 2013 at 2:02 PM

New Delhi, May 31 (IANS) The Indian economy grew by a sluggish five percent in the financial year ended March 31, 2013, the slowest levels in 10 years, official data showed Friday.

Indian economy grew 5 percent in 2012-13

May 31, 2013 at 12:01 PM

New Delhi, May 31 (IANS) The Indian economy grew by a sluggish 5 percent in the financial year ended March 31, 2013, official data showed Friday.

Konkani speakers in Goa decreasing, says Parrikar

May 29, 2013 at 6:52 PM

Panaji, May 29 (IANS) The number of people speaking Konkani, Goa's official language, is decreasing, Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar said Wednesday, while greeting the fellow Goans on the eve of the statehood day.

Angelina Jolie to bond with mother-in-law?

May 29, 2013 at 7:56 AM

Los Angeles, May 29 (IANS) Actor Brad Pitt and his partner Angelina Jolie are keen to move in the "Moneyball" star's parents into their French home. They want their family close to them.

British firm to help develop Cuba golf resort

May 27, 2013 at 10:06 AM

Havana, May 27 (IANS/EFE) The British firm Esencia Hotels and Resorts is to take part in developing a $350-million golf resort on the island in a project approved by Cuba's tourism authorities.

Late Elvis Presley may appear 'live on stage' after sell-off of 130m pounds kingdom

May 26, 2013 at 2:30 PM

London, May 26 (ANI): Elvis Presley's Graceland mansion along with his music and rights to his image are up for sale in a 130million-pound deal, which could see The King appear "live" on stage more than 35 years after he died.

Russia opens consulate in Goa

May 24, 2013 at 9:58 PM

Panaji, May 24 (IANS) A slew of illegal land deals involving its nationals was one of the reasons why Russia decided to start a consular office in Goa, which hosted 1.5 lakh Russian tourists this season, Ambassador Alexander Kadakin said Friday.

'Illegal occupants in 27 government properties in Lucknow'

May 24, 2013 at 4:46 PM

Lucknow, May 24 (IANS) Of the 89 government properties allotted by the Uttar Pradesh government here to various organisations and individuals, 27 are being illegally occupied, according to an estate department reply to a Right to Information (RTI) query.

Realtor under Tamil Nadu cops' scanner on cricket betting

May 23, 2013 at 6:14 PM

Chennai, May 23 (IANS) The dealings of a real estate developer with arrested cricket bookies were being looking into for suspected wrongdoings, Tamil Nadu Police said here Thursday.

Home sales fall in Spain

May 23, 2013 at 12:06 PM

Madrid, May 23 (IANS/EFE) The 54,512 home sales recorded in Spain in this year's first quarter represent a decline of 21.5 percent from the same period in 2012, the development ministry said.

Parrikar to meet PM for special status for Goa

May 22, 2013 at 9:34 PM

Panaji, May 22 (IANS) Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar will meet Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in June to press for special status for Goa and demand a special package for the people affected by the mining ban in the state, it was announced here Wednesday.

Anti-incumbency may affect UPA in parliamentary polls: Congress MP

May 22, 2013 at 4:22 PM

Panaji, May 22 (IANS) The anti-incumbency factor could affect the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) in the 2014 Lok Sabha polls, a Congress MP and former Goa chief minister Francisco Sardinha said Wednesday.

Drew Barrymore puts wedding house on sale

May 22, 2013 at 3:42 PM

Washington, May 22 (ANI): Drew Barrymore has put her Montecito, California home, where she got married to husband Will Kopelman, on the market.

MJ's estate mints $600 million since his death

May 21, 2013 at 4:06 PM

Los Angeles, May 21 (IANS) Late King of Pop Michael Jackson's estate has made $600 million since his death in 2009. It is more money than the "Thriller" star ever minted while he was alive.

MJ posthumously makes $600m

May 21, 2013 at 11:58 AM

London, May 21 (ANI): Michael Jackson's estate has made more money through ticket sales in the four years since his death than the pop legend made during his lifetime, it has been revealed.

India, China trade imbalance to grow: Chinese experts

May 21, 2013 at 11:50 AM

Beijing, May 21 (IANS) The trade imbalance between India and China may keep growing, experts here said with one of them noting that "India needs more Chinese manufactured products".

Russia keen on image make-over in Goa

May 20, 2013 at 4:06 PM

Panaji, May 20 (IANS) Russian authorities are keen on an image make-over for Russians in Goa, an official said here Monday after they have been in news for all the wrong reasons, ranging from mafia links, drugs and conflicts with locals.

Tourism mafia is everywhere: Russian official

May 20, 2013 at 3:02 PM

Panaji, May 20 (IANS) The Russian mafia could be operating in Goa, just as the Indian tourism mafia could be operating in Pakistan, said Russia's newly-appointed honorary consul Victor Albuquerque here Monday.

Johansson's directorial debut ready for shoot

May 20, 2013 at 8:46 AM

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

Scarlett Johansson to make directorial debut

May 18, 2013 at 3:50 PM

Washington, May 18 (ANI): Scarlett Johansson is all set to don the director's hat with the film adaptation of Truman Capote's unpublished novel 'Summer Crossing'.

Robson's accusations sickening: MJ's nephew

May 17, 2013 at 2:46 PM

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

Stimulus boosts Japan growth

May 17, 2013 at 12:06 PM

Tokyo, May 17 (IANS/EFE) Japan grew at a 3.5 percent clip in the first quarter relative to the same period last year, as Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's ambitious program to combat deflation and revitalize the world's third-biggest economy began to yield results.

Fergie plans to 'drink all vineyards dry' post retirement

May 17, 2013 at 11:42 AM

London, May 17 (ANI): Retiring Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has joked that he planned to drink all the vineyards dry following his retirement.

Fergie credits 'biscuits' as reason behind Man U, personal success

May 15, 2013 at 11:42 AM

London, May 15 (ANI): Retiring Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has revealed that he owed his success as a manager because of his love for biscuits.

Air India losses expected to come down by Rs.1,200 crore in 2013-14

May 14, 2013 at 5:18 PM

New Delhi, May 14 (IANS) The losses of the cash-strapped national carrier Air India are expected to come down by Rs.1,209 crore in the current fiscal, Civil Aviation Minister Ajit Singh said Tuesday.

Rural Goa facing negative growth: Census

May 14, 2013 at 1:34 PM

Panaji, May 14 (IANS) Goa is rapidly going urban and people living in the state's "sucegado rurales (contented rural folk)" are rapidly making a beeline for the cities, according to the 2011 census data.

Ancient mosaic found in Israel

May 14, 2013 at 11:18 AM

Jerusalem, May 14 (IANS/EFE) Archaeologists have found a mosaic dating back around 1,500 years in an area in the northern part of Be'er Sheva, the largest city in the Negev desert of southern Israel, the Israel Antiquities Authority said.

US man claims to have found Coke's secret recipe from 1943

May 14, 2013 at 10:38 AM

New York, May 14 (ANI): A man from Georgia, who loves finding and selling antiques, thinks that he may have stumbled on a huge treasure - a copy of Coca-Cola's top secret recipe.

Mix of scandal, mafia drama at box office this weekend (IANS Preview)

May 13, 2013 at 6:14 PM

New Delhi, May 13 (IANS) The box office will see two releases this weekend -- Atul Sabharwal's mafia thriller "Aurangzeb" and Amit Kasaria's directorial project "I don't Luv U" which is about an MMS scandal.

Wade Robson leaving California after filing MJ molestation claim

May 13, 2013 at 6:14 PM

Washington, May 12 (ANI): Wade Robson, who had alleged that Michael Jackson had molested him, is leaving California for good.

Kerala working out new perspective plan which looks beyond diaspora

May 13, 2013 at 5:34 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, May 13 (IANS) Kerala is working out a perspective plan for its economy so that the state will rely less on the remittances from the diaspora and more on its resources.

Peter Andre puts up mansion for sale

May 12, 2013 at 7:10 PM

London, May 12 (IANS) Singer Peter Andre has put up his luxurious mansion in Sussex for sale as he reportedly wants to relocate to the countryside.

2 more alleged child abuse victims of MJ to file lawsuit

May 12, 2013 at 1:34 PM

London, May 12 (ANI): Two more alleged child abuse victims of Michael Jackson are preparing to file lawsuits against the late King of Pop's estate, it has been revealed.

Amy Winehouse 'tried to take own life at age 10'

May 12, 2013 at 12:22 PM

London, May 12 (ANI): Amy Winehouse tried to kill herself when she was just ten years old after her dad Mitch left her mum Janis for another woman less than a year earlier, a new book claims.

Fergie assigns Cantona to find French chateau post-retirement

May 12, 2013 at 10:46 AM

London, May 12 (ANI): Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson is reportedly looking forward to spend time in South France with his family after retirement for which he has signed former international footballer Eric Cantona as his estate agent.

Northeast experiencing real estate boom

May 10, 2013 at 3:18 PM

Guwahati, May 10 (ANI): The countrywide boom in the real estate sector is now visible in the northeast, especially in Assam, which has fast emerged as an investment hotspot.

Economists allay fears of setback if Bengal chit funds close

May 10, 2013 at 12:22 PM

Kolkata, May 10 (IANS) With the chit fund catastrophe causing a major public uproar, economists feel even if all shady companies operating in West Bengal are closed down, it would not pose any major setback for the economy, though the already crisis-ridden sectors like service and real estate may be hit.

Oz choreographer's sexual abuse claim against MJ branded 'pathetic'

May 9, 2013 at 11:44 AM

Melbourne, May 09 (ANI): Australian choreographer Wade Robson's sexual assault allegation against Michael Jackson have been branded as "outrageous and pathetic" by a lawyer representing the late king of pop's estate.

New property tax to hit Bengal real estate sector: CREDAI

May 8, 2013 at 7:28 PM

Kolkata, May 8 (IANS) The real estate sector in West Bengal would be hurt if a proposed tax on property sales is introduced in the Finance Bill 2013, the Confederation of Real Estate Developers' Association of India's (CREDAI) Bengal chapter said Wednesday.

Real estate firm offers workers 15 pc hike to get inked with company logo

May 6, 2013 at 11:32 AM

Melbourne, May 6 (ANI): A real estate agency has offered its employees a fatter paycheque if they get themselves tattooed with the company's logo.

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

May 5, 2013 at 3:56 PM

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

MJ's family keen to buy back Neverland Ranch

May 5, 2013 at 2:52 PM

London, May 05 (ANI): Michael Jackson's family is looking forward to buy back Neverland Ranch, where the late singer lived for 20 years and raised his three children.

Car salesmen 'least trusted professionals'

May 4, 2013 at 1:00 PM

Sydney, May 4 (ANI): Car salesmen have been found to be the least ethical and honest professionals.

Sahara case: SC puts curbs on pleas in tribunal, high court

May 2, 2013 at 8:12 PM

New Delhi, May 2 (IANS) The Supreme Court Thursday suspended proceedings before the Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) and the Allahabad High Court till it gives ruling on the market regulator's plea for contempt proceedings against two Sahara group companies.

China's trade growth to pick up slightly this year

April 29, 2013 at 11:16 AM

Beijing, April 29 (IANS) China's foreign trade will maintain steady growth this year, and the rate of growth will be slightly higher than last year, said the commerce ministry.

Taylor Swift buys $17.7 m house with cash

April 28, 2013 at 8:04 PM

Los Angeles, April 28 (IANS) Singer Taylor Swift not only bought a Rhode Island mansion for over $17 million after driving a hard bargain, but also made a cash payment.

NRIs' land sales causing Goa real estate rush: Parrikar

April 26, 2013 at 4:04 PM

Panaji, April 26 (IANS) Ancestral land sold by Goan expatriates could have led to Goa's real estate rush, Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar said Friday.

Stallone's dog found dead

April 26, 2013 at 12:44 PM

Los Angeles, April 26 (IANS) Hollywood actor-director Sylvester Stallone's dog Phoebe has reportedly been found dead after a coyote attack.

Overseas accounts banned for public officials in Russia

April 25, 2013 at 9:24 AM

Moscow, April 25 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The lower house of the Russian parliament has passed a bill in its final reading, banning public officials, lawmakers and judges from having foreign bank accounts or holding stocks or bonds abroad.

Prithviraj not banking on physicality with 'Aurangazeb'

April 23, 2013 at 1:00 PM

Mumbai, April 23 (IANS) Southern superstar Prithviraj Sukumaran, who debuted with "Aiyyaa" in Bollywood, wants people to appreciate his acting skills in "Aurangzeb", not his physical appearance, which was in focus in his first Hindi movie.

Barjeel Geojit to enter real estate brokerage sector

April 23, 2013 at 12:52 PM

Kochi, April 23 (IANS) Barjeel Geojit Securities (BGS), a joint venture between UAE-based Sheikh Sultan bin Saud Al Qassemi and India-based Geojit BNP Paribas Financial Services Limited, is all set to launch a real estate brokerage firm, an official said.

Russian officials must not own foreign property: Kremlin

April 23, 2013 at 6:20 AM

Moscow, April 23 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russian state officials should not own real estate abroad, as it could leave them open to "pressure", a spokesman for the Kremlin has said.

SC seeks response from Sahara on SEBI's plea

April 22, 2013 at 8:28 PM

New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) The Supreme Court Monday directed Sahara chief Subrata Roy and directors of the group's two real estate firms to file their reply to market regulator SEBI's plea to place them under civil detention for their failure to comply with August 2012 order to return investors money.

Drones revolutionizing world of real estate marketing

April 22, 2013 at 2:20 PM

Sydney, Apr. 22 (ANI): Drones are now playing an important role in revolutionizing the world of real estate marketing.

Drones revolutionizing world of real estate marketing

April 22, 2013 at 1:48 PM

Sydney, Apr. 22 (ANI): Drones are now playing an important role in revolutionizing the world of real estate marketing.

De Niro proud of Tribeca Film Fest

April 21, 2013 at 4:36 PM

New York, April 21 (IANS) Actor-director Robert De Niro is proud of the Tribeca Film Festival and the impact it has had on the people.

T.J. Jackson granted 9k a month for co-guardianship of MJ's kids

April 20, 2013 at 4:36 PM

Washington, April 20 (ANI): Michael Jackson 's nephew, T.J. Jackson has been granted 9,000 dollars a month to look after the late King of Pop's children- Prince, Paris and Blanket.

Nobel laureate Saul Bellow portrayed as egotistical womaniser in new book

April 18, 2013 at 3:48 PM

London, Apr 18 (ANI): Nobel laureate Saul Bellow's son Greg has revealed his fractured childhood in his new memoir 'Saul Bellow's Heart' that could land anyone in therapy.

Isle where Onassis wed Jacqueline Kennedy bought by Russian

April 16, 2013 at 4:12 PM

Moscow, April 16 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A Russian billionaire has bought a piece of romantic history for his family. He purchased the island where Aristotle Onassis wedded Jacqueline Kennedy, the former American first lady, in 1968.

No Russian, Israeli, German mafia in Goa: Parrikar

April 16, 2013 at 4:04 PM

Panaji, April 16 (IANS) No foreign mafia exists in Goa, Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar told the legislative assembly Tuesday adding that foreigners in Goa were under "unobtrusive" surveillance.

I want to be a surgeon, says Paris Jackson

April 15, 2013 at 3:32 PM

New York, April 15 (ANI): Michael Jackson's daughter, Paris, has revealed that despite her enormous wealth, musical upbringing and an easy access to showbiz, she wants to be a heart surgeon when she grows up.

'Disgraced' Armstrong sells Texas property to oil agent

April 11, 2013 at 2:28 PM

Melbourne, Apr 11 (ANI): Disgraced cyclist Lance Armstrong has reportedly sold off his estate in Austin, Texas to an oil-and-gas rights agent, although he planned to continue living in his hometown.

Colombia returns land to peasants plundered by militia

April 11, 2013 at 12:44 PM

Monteria (Colombia), April 11 (IANS/EFE) President Juan Manuel Santos travelled to the northern province of Cordoba Wednesday to preside over the restoration of lands taken away from 60 peasant families by the founders of Colombia's murderous AUC militia movement.

Ruling, opposition legislators say State should take over mining

April 9, 2013 at 5:41 PM

Panaji, April 9 (IANS) Mining in Goa should be nationalised, if needed, to tide over the "crisis" which has resulted from the Supreme Court-enforced ban on the industry, said legislators from both ruling and opposition said during a house debate Tuesday.

Son Nitesh arrested for Deepak Bhardwaj's murder

April 9, 2013 at 3:01 PM

New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) Realtor Nitesh Bhardwaj has been arrested for the murder of his billionaire father Deepak Bhardwaj last month, police said Tuesday.

Luxury homes fuel Miami's latest real estate boom

April 8, 2013 at 10:29 AM

Miami, April 8 (IANS/EFE) Miami is entering a new real estate "boom", fed mainly by the investments of Latin Americans which have transformed the face of the city and, with its luxury homes, become one of its greatest draws.

One more arrested for Thane disaster

April 7, 2013 at 4:12 PM

Thane, April 7 (IANS) One more person was arrested Sunday for the collapse of a seven-storey building at Thane that left 74 people dead, and a court here has sent all the nine to 14 days police custody, police said.

Kolkata indulges in IPL-themed desserts

April 5, 2013 at 4:44 PM

Kolkata, April 5 (IANS) With Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) off to a flying start in the Indian Premier League (IPL), the city is ready to bowl over foodies and cricket-buffs with sinful IPL themed desserts.

Harry Potter's 'magical school' Hogwarts valued at $204m

April 5, 2013 at 2:21 PM

New York, Apr. 5 (ANI): A real estate blogger has said that investors, who are hoping to get their hands on a real-life Hogwarts, will have to spend a staggering 204,102,000 dollars.

Policy changes key to affordable housing (Comment)

April 5, 2013 at 1:08 PM

Affordable housing is the key to India's realty industry being able to change lanes to the fast track but cost escalations due to delayed permissions, lack of access to cheap credit and shortage of building material are proving to be major hurdles. The solution: Policy changes covering land to lending.

Goa warns Mallya breweries over pollutants

April 3, 2013 at 2:44 PM

Panaji, April 3 (IANS) Goa Wednesday warned liquor baron Vijay Mallya-owned breweries of strict action for violation of anti-pollution laws in the state.

Indian expatriates drive Dubai's realty sector growth

April 3, 2013 at 2:36 PM

New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) Indian expatriates are among the top investors in Dubai's property market, which is expected to grow 10-12 percent this year, company officials and analysts say.

China's non-manufacturing sector grows

April 3, 2013 at 1:17 PM

Beijing, April 3 (IANS) China's non-manufacturing sector grew in March, with the index for construction business activity reaching a one-year high, according to figures issued Wednesday.

Were the Wright brothers first to fly an airplane?

April 2, 2013 at 11:48 AM

Washington, Apr 2 (ANI): A little-known 1948 contract between the estate of Orville Wright and the Smithsonian has the museum legally bound to call the Wright brothers first in flight.

Tom Jones' love child blames father for drug addiction

April 1, 2013 at 4:10 PM

Melbourne, April 1 (ANI): Tom Jones' love child Jonathan Berkery has said he became a gun-carrying drug dealer who slept rough because he was abandoned by the singer, who has always refused to acknowledge his existence.

Kelly Brook and Danny Cipriani 'house hunting'

April 1, 2013 at 12:34 PM

London, April 01 (ANI): Kelly Brook and Danny Cipriani are looking to cement their rekindled romance by moving in together.

Russian MPs may resign over foreign accounts ban

March 28, 2013 at 6:18 AM

Moscow, March 28 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Several members of the upper chamber of the Russian parliament are ready to resign if a bill banning officials and lawmakers from holding accounts in foreign banks is passed, the speaker said.

Russian senator quits over Israeli citizenship allegations

March 27, 2013 at 6:26 AM

Moscow, March 27 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A Russian senator handed in his resignation following allegations that he has Israeli citizenship and undeclared foreign real estate, a parliamentary official said.