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Sonia Gandhi to lay foundation stone of thermal power plant in Rajasthan

June 20, 2013 at 10:20 AM

Sriganganagar, June 20 (ANI): UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi will today lay the foundation stone for the seventh and eighth unit of the thermal power plant in Rajasthan's Sriganganagar District.

Ahsan-Sethiawan win Indonesia Open men's doubles title

June 16, 2013 at 5:16 PM

Jakarta, June 16 (IANS) Mohammad Ahsan and Hendra Setiawan of Indonesia won the Indonesia Open Super Series Premier men's doubles gold, beating their South Korean counterparts in the final here Sunday.

Overcharging hotels to be closed: Brazilian minister

June 14, 2013 at 3:40 PM

Rio de Janeiro, June 14 (IANS) Brazilian sports minister Aldo Rebelo said the government will have a zero-tolerance policy against hotels that overcharge visitors during several upcoming international sporting events to be held in Brazil.

S. African gov't keeps mum over Mandela's condition

June 10, 2013 at 4:28 PM

Johannesburg, June 10 (Xinhua-ANI): The South African government on Monday kept mum on the condition of former president Nelson Mandela, who spent his third day in hospital.

Mandela falls ill again

June 8, 2013 at 5:30 PM

Johannesburg, June 8 (IANS) Anti-apartheid icon and South Africa's first black president Nelson Mandela was hospitalised again Saturday, the third time this year, following a "recurrence of a lung infection". His condition is said to be "serious but stable".

Messi admits he was not fit against Colombia

June 8, 2013 at 4:25 PM

Buenos Aires, June 8 (IANS) Lionel Messi admitted that he was not fit to play in Argentina's goalless draw with Colombia in their World Cup qualifier at the Estadio Monumental.

Suarez gives Uruguay victory over France

June 6, 2013 at 11:37 AM

Montevideo, June 6 (IANS) Luis Suarez came off the bench to score a second-half winner as Uruguay defeated France 1-0 in their international football friendly here.

Gul hopes to make international comeback in 'fitter, better, stronger' form

June 5, 2013 at 11:21 AM

Karachi, June 5 (ANI): Pakistani pace bowling lynchpin Umar Gul has said that he is hopeful that he can come back to international cricket after his injury in a fitter, stronger and a better form.

'Discordant' vuvuzela banned from Confederations Cup over safety concerns

June 2, 2013 at 12:25 PM

Johannesburg, Jun 2 (ANI): In a further embarrassment to Brazilian organizers, the vuvuzela, which was the official instrument of the 2014 World Cup, has been banned from the Confederations Cup because of safety concerns.

Son of Brazil great Bebeto joins Flamengo

May 29, 2013 at 11:56 AM

Rio de Janeiro, May 29 (IANS) The son of former Brazil great Bebeto has signed a new three-year contract with Rio de Janeiro giants Flamengo.

Diaspora wish Mumbai Indians on Twitter

May 26, 2013 at 4:46 PM

Kolkata, May 26 (IANS) It rained best wishes for Mumbai Indians (MI) from Indians across the globe as they geared up to face Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League final here Sunday.

'Retiring' Kirsten says 'two-in-one' Kallis' absence to leave 'huge void' in Proteas squad

May 25, 2013 at 11:26 AM

Johannesburg, May 25 (ANI): Outgoing South African coach Gary Kirsten has said that the absence of veteran player Jacques Kallis will leave a huge void in the squad, ahead of the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy.

UK mum does house chores in her sleep

May 22, 2013 at 12:46 PM

London, May 22 (ANI): A woman from Newport, South Wales, has developed a peculiar condition in which she cleans and tidies the house while she is still sleeping.

Foreign coaches to train Myanmar table tennis players

May 15, 2013 at 6:46 PM

Yangon, May 15 (IANS) Two foreign coaches from China and South Korea will train Myanmar table tennis players in June this year as a preparation for the 27th SEA Games to be hosted in the country in December.

Djokovic and Federer ease into third round in Rome Masters

May 15, 2013 at 1:02 PM

Rome, May 15 (IANS) Top seed Novak Djokovic and second seed Roger Federer shook off their shock defeats in Madrid to ease past their opponents into the third round of Rome Masters.

Georgian PM mulls attending Sochi Olympics

May 14, 2013 at 5:50 PM

Tbilisi (Georgia), May 14 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The Georgian prime minister is considering attending next year's Winter Olympics in the southern Russian city of Sochi, he announced Tuesday.

Oldest fossil hominin ear bones could yield important clues on origins of humankind

May 14, 2013 at 1:50 PM

Washington, May 14 (ANI): Researchers believe study of early human fossil ear bones could shed new light on the earliest existence of humans.

'Injury-prone' Cummins to change ' arm swing' ahead of 'rehab' Australia A tour

May 11, 2013 at 10:06 AM

Sydney, May 11 (ANI): Young Australian fast bowler Pat Cummins has said that he has made changes to his swinging action to make him less prone to injury as he gets ready to join the Australia A squad in Britain this winter as a part of his rehabilitation process.

Misbah banking on recent South Africa series experience to help Pak win last Champion Trophy

May 9, 2013 at 2:00 PM

Karachi, May 9 (ANI): Pakistan Test and one-day captain Misbah-ul Haq has said that he is confident that his team's experiences in South Africa and their progress in the six-day training camp at the Abbottabad Cricket Stadium will help them win the last edition of the ICC Champions Trophy tournament.

Australia's top IT security minds uncovered in hacking tournament

May 9, 2013 at 2:00 PM

Sydney, May 9 (ANI): Australian telecommunication company Telstra, along with other government agencies, selected top hackers in the country after launching a tournament giving students a hacking challenge.

De Villiers confident Proteas can shed 'choker' tag and win Champions Trophy

May 9, 2013 at 1:13 PM

Johannesburg, May 9 (ANI): South Africa one-day captain AB de Villiers has said that it is possible for them to remove their 'chokers' tag and secure their first international trophy in 15 years at the final edition of the ICC Champions Trophy tournament in England and Wales.

Pak opener Imran Farhat eyeing permanent place in national side

May 8, 2013 at 3:45 PM

Karachi, May 8 (ANI): Pakistan's opening batsman Imran Farhat has expressed his strong intent to cement a permanent place in the national team.

Proteas to be mentored by 'daredevil' adventurer ahead of Champions Trophy

May 7, 2013 at 9:52 AM

Johannesburg, May 7 (ANI): The South African cricket team is reportedly set to helped with the mental aspect of their game by an adventurer and motivational speaker as they prepare for the ICC Champions Trophy in England in June.

Top Brazil football club urges players, fans to drop 'Be a Taliban warrior' online campaign

May 5, 2013 at 1:32 PM

London, May 5 (ANI): Players and supporters of a top Brazilian football club have been asked to abandon an internet campaign encouraging them to pose as Taliban fighters and post the photos online.

Kallis still has Test, World Cup aspirations despite Champions Trophy opt-out

May 3, 2013 at 10:28 AM

Johannesburg, May 3 (ANI): South African cricketer Jacques Kallis has further aspirations for playing at both Test and one-day international level despite his revelation that he did not wish to be considered for the Proteas' squad for the looming ICC Champions Trophy in England.

Langer backs 'reformed party boy' Marsh to be a hit in Oz hit following Champions Trophy inclusion

May 2, 2013 at 9:32 AM

Sydney, May 2 (ANI): Former Australian cricketer Justin Langer has said that he believes that reformed party-boy Mitchell Marsh has the potential to become a key figure for his country with bat and ball, following his inclusion in the ICC Champions Trophy squad.

Gremio coach Luxemburgo handed six-match ban

April 30, 2013 at 4:52 PM

Rio de Janeiro, April 30 (IANS) Gremio coach Vanderlei Luxemburgo has been suspended for six matches for his part in a wild brawl after a Copa Libertadores football fixture earlier this month.

'Screeching' vuvuzelas to make way for 'clattering' Brazilian caxirolas in 2014 World Cup

April 25, 2013 at 3:00 PM

London, Apr 25 (ANI): Brazil has launched a musical instrument known as caxirola to be the aural stimulant of choice at the 2014 FIFA World Cup, to be held in the country.

Uruguayan Figueredo named Conmebol chief

April 25, 2013 at 2:12 PM

Rio de Janeiro, April 25 (IANS) Uruguayan Eugenio Figueredo has been appointed president of South American football's governing body Conmebol, a day after Nicolas Leoz quit the post.

Samsung, US researchers working on 'mind-control technology' for tablets

April 24, 2013 at 11:48 AM

London, Apr 24 (ANI): South Korean teach giant Samsung is reportedly working on a mind-controlled tablet that would changed the way we interact with our electronics.

Champions Trophy boss says 'bumper crowds' evidence of one-day format's 'long life'

April 23, 2013 at 11:16 AM

London, Apr 23 (ANI): ICC Champions Trophy director Steve Elworthy has insisted that one-day cricket faces no danger from the Twenty20 format, adding that it will stay for a long time as it is still a great favourite with fans, which can be seen from the bumper crowds in such matches.

Misbah backs Proteas experience to help Pak win Champions Trophy

April 20, 2013 at 3:16 PM

Karachi, Apr 20 (ANI): Pakistan Test and one-day captain Misbah-ul Haq has set his sight on winning the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy, saying that the South Africa tour was good preparation for the team ahead of the eight-nation tournament.

Moledo earns Brazil call-up

April 20, 2013 at 1:56 PM

Rio de Janeiro, April 20 (IANS) Internacional centre-back Rodrigo Moledo has been given his first Brazil call-up by coach Luiz Felipe Scolari for next week's football friendly against Chile.

Psy's ' Gentleman' video banned by South Korean TV network

April 19, 2013 at 3:08 PM

New York, April 19 (ANI): One of South Korea's national TV networks has decided not to air the latest music video from Psy, due to a scene that involves vandalism.

Ronaldinho denies showing lack of respect

April 19, 2013 at 1:56 PM

Rio de Janeiro, April 19 (IANS) Ronaldinho apologised to Atletico Mineiro fans after describing a Copa Libertadores match against Sao Paulo as a "training session".

South-African Airways recognized for most 'on-time' delivery

April 18, 2013 at 12:36 PM

Capetown, Apr.18 (ANI): South African Airways (SAA) has claimed victory over Gulf Air after being awarded for being 'the most on-time airline in the world' and 'best business class product' in the aviation industry.

Brazil officials plans tougher security for FIFA World Cup, Olympics

April 17, 2013 at 4:36 PM

Washington, Apr.17 (ANI): Brazil officials are reportedly planning tougher security strategies ahead of 2014 Football World Cup and 2016 Rio Olympics following the Boston Marathon blasts.

South Africa's tourism growth outstrips world average

April 17, 2013 at 11:32 AM

Cape Town, April 17 (IANS) South Africa's tourism growth outstripped the world average last year, demonstrating the country as one of the most successful tourism destinations in the world, the government said.

'Everyone on Earth will be online by 2020', predicts Google boss Schmidt

April 16, 2013 at 9:24 AM

Washington, Apr 16 (ANI): Google Executive Chairman Eric Schmidt has predicted that everybody in the world will be on the Internet within seven years.

Ex-Pak player Aamir Sohail says Misbah not yet 'failure' in skipper role

April 11, 2013 at 1:24 PM

Islamabad, Apr 11 (ANI): Former Pakistan cricketer Aamir Sohail has defended Test and one-day captain Misbah-ul-Haq, saying that he had not failed in his role yet and has done a good job as a captain within the given resources in South Africa.

Serena Williams wins third Charleston title

April 8, 2013 at 3:25 PM

Charleston (South Carolina), April 8 (IANS/RIA Novosti) World No.1 Serena Williams has won her third Family Circle Cup title in Charleston after battling back from a set down to defeat Jelena Jankovic in the final.

Samsung predicts Q1 profits to jump 53 pct fuelled by soaring smartphone sales

April 6, 2013 at 9:40 AM

London, Apr 6 (ANI): Samsung has said that it expects a first-quarter operating profit between 8.7 trillion won, up from 5.7 trillion won a year ago.

Injury ends Stosur's campaign

April 5, 2013 at 1:49 PM

Charleston (US), April 5 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Australian tennis player Sam Stosur retired with a calf injury from her third-round match at a WTA tour event here in South Carolina.

Uncle says 'traumatised' Pistorius not back to official training

April 5, 2013 at 10:05 AM

Washington, Apr 5 (ANI): South African Paralympic star Oscar Pistorius, who has been accused of murder in his girlfriend's February shooting death, is not back on any official training programme, according to his uncle.

Mandela's condition improves steadily

April 3, 2013 at 5:00 PM

Beijing, Apr. 3 (Xinhua-ANI): Former South African President Nelson Mandela continued to make steady improvement in hospital, the Presidency said on Wednesday.

Ronaldinho happy over World Cup recall

April 3, 2013 at 1:17 PM

Rio de Janeiro, April 3 (IANS) Ronaldinho says his recall to Brazil's national team has given him renewed motivation to be a part of the country's 2014 World Cup squad.

Ganso driven by World Cup dream

April 2, 2013 at 1:48 PM

Rio de Janeiro, April 2 (IANS) Injury-ravaged midfielder Paulo Henrique Ganso has said he was driven by a desire to earn an international recall for Brazil's 2014 World Cup campaign on home soil.

Five killed in South African chopper crash

April 1, 2013 at 5:22 AM

Johannesburg, April 1 (IANS) Five people were killed when a South African Air Force (SAAF) helicopter crashed Saturday night, Xinhua reported Sunday.

Smith says 'proud of Proteas team' after receiving ICC Test Championship mace

March 29, 2013 at 1:14 PM

Johannesburg, Mar 29 (ANI): South Africa captain Graeme Smith has said he is feeling proud after receiving the prestigious ICC Test Championship mace and prize money of four million rands on behalf of the entire team and the nation.

Nelson Mandela re-hospitalized with lung infection

March 28, 2013 at 2:34 PM

London, Mar. 28 (ANI): Former South African President Nelson Mandela has been admitted to hospital with a recurrence of a lung infection.

Sabella praises Argentina after 1-1 draw

March 27, 2013 at 2:42 PM

La Paz, March 27 (IANS) Argentina missed the chance to all but secure their place at the 2014 World Cup finals in Brazil when they were held to a 1-1 draw by Bolivia here.

Proteas coach Kirsten backs Kallis to play in ICC Champions Trophy

March 26, 2013 at 4:26 PM

Johannesburg, Mar 26 (ANI): South African all-rounder Jacques Kallis is likely to return to the one-day team for the ICC Champions Trophy event, which is to be held in England in June, according to coach Gary Kirsten.

India retains No.1 ICC ODI spot, England comes second

March 26, 2013 at 12:42 PM

Islamabad, Mar 26 (ANI): India has retained the No.1 spot in the ICC ODI Rankings while England finished second on the table at the April 1 cut-off date.

Messi wary of playing Bolivia at 4,000 m altitude

March 26, 2013 at 12:26 PM

La Paz, March 26 (IANS) Lionel Messi said Argentina will be wary of the threat posed by the altitude of La Paz when they meet Bolivia here in Tuesday's football World Cup qualifier for 2014 Brazil.

Venus polar vortices change chaotically everyday

March 26, 2013 at 10:42 AM

London, March 26 (ANI): Venus' South Polar Vortex has a much more chaotic and unpredictable nature than previously thought, a new study has found.

De Villiers praises bowlers for series-winning Benoni ODI triumph over Pakistan

March 25, 2013 at 11:46 AM

Johannesburg, Mar 25 (ANI): South Africa captain AB de Villiers has praised his bowlers for their brilliant performance during their six-wicket win over Pakistan in Benoni on Sunday, which also handed them the series 3-2.

'Magical' Messi just two goals shy of beating Maradona's record of 34 international strikes

March 24, 2013 at 11:38 AM

Washington, Mar 24 (ANI): Argentinian footballer Lionel Messi is reportedly eyeing another milestone after getting to just two goals behind Diego Maradona's international total of 34 which guided Argentina closer to qualifying for next year's World Cup in Brazil.

Messi, Higuain lead Argentina to win over Venezuela

March 23, 2013 at 2:10 PM

Buenos Aires, March 23 (IANS) Lionel Messi set up two goals and scored another as Argentina defeated Venezuela 3-0 to extend their lead at the top of the South American World Cup qualifying standings.

Arthur says door open for Hussey to comeback from retirement

March 20, 2013 at 11:38 AM

Sydney, Mar 20 (ANI): Australia coach Mickey Arthur has said they would welcome back Michael Hussey in the Test squad if the veteran decides to make a comeback following his retirement from the longest format of the game last year.

Samsung confirms smart watch to take Apple 'iWatch' head on

March 20, 2013 at 9:53 AM

London, Mar 20 (ANI): Samsung has confirmed that it is working on a smart watch of its own to take on tech giant Apple's iWatch.

Oz kids 'accept' bullying, trolling as 'inevitable' part of social media se, research says

March 19, 2013 at 2:33 PM

Melbourne, Mar 19 (ANI): A new government research has suggested that young Australians have accepted bullies and trolls as an inevitable part of using social media websites.

Chennai to screen South African films

March 19, 2013 at 2:09 PM

Chennai, March 19 (IANS) South Africa will host a three-day film festival here from March 21.

South Asian Americans seek holistic immigration reforms

March 15, 2013 at 9:50 AM

Washington, March 15 (IANS) Asserting that South Asian Americans contribute to American society in numerous capacities, socially, culturally, and economically, a coalition of community organisation has sought holistic and comprehensive immigration reforms.

Zaheer Abbas demands batting coach for Pak

March 14, 2013 at 1:02 PM

Islamabad, Mar 13 (ANI): Pakistan's former Test batsman Zaheer Abbas has lamented the absence of quality batsmen in Pakistan and advised the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to appoint a batting coach for the national team

Proteas ODI captain De Villiers shudders from word 'over-rate'

March 13, 2013 at 5:58 PM

Johannesburg, Mar 13 (ANI): South Africa captain AB de Villiers has admitted that he fears being punished for his side maintaining a slow over-rate in one-day cricket.

Women football team scores one, concedes 219 goals in 10 games

March 13, 2013 at 5:10 PM

London, Mar 13 (ANI): A women football club from South Wales, Caerphilly Castle Ladies in on one of the worst run of form in the game, conceding 219 goals in 10 games while scoring just the once.

Now, app that hooks you up with strangers

March 13, 2013 at 10:54 AM

New York, Mar 13 (ANI): Austin's annual music, film and interactive fest South by Southwest (SXSW) -- dubbed spring break for geeks-now has a whole new way for attendees to hook up with each other, a sex app called Bang with SXSW.

All rounder McLaren says Proteas need to improve in every ODI game against Pak

March 9, 2013 at 1:23 PM

Johannesburg, Mar 9 (ANI): South African all rounder Ryan McLaren has admitted they need to improve in every game one-day ahead of their five-match series against Pakistan up to the Champions Trophy.

Family 'maintains distance' from Pistorius' dad's 'gun' comments

March 6, 2013 at 10:51 AM

London, Mar 6 (ANI): The family of murder accused Paralympian Oscar Pistorius has appeared to have split sides after distancing itself from the comments of Pistorius' father, who claimed that his family owns firearms to protect themselves from the high crime levels in South Africa.

Match-fixers to face 10 year jail terms under new proposed Oz laws

March 5, 2013 at 3:31 PM

Sydney, Mar 5 (ANI): Australian state Victoria has stepped up efforts to save its lucrative sports industry after Sports Minister Hugh Delahunty revealed on Tuesday that they would introduce match-fixing laws this week that could see match-fixers jailed for up to 10 years in jail.

Former Pak coach Lawson advises 'some time off' for 'jaded' Umar Gul

March 3, 2013 at 10:59 AM

Karachi, Mar 3 (ANI): Former Pakistani coach Geoff Lawson has said that fast bowler Umar Gul needed some time away from the game to get back in form following his poor performance in Pakistan's 3-0 whitewash by South Africa in the recently concluded Test series.

Proteas T20 skipper Du Plessis set for 'fresh approach' during series against Pak with eye on WC

March 2, 2013 at 2:43 PM

Johannesburg, Mar 2 (ANI): South Africa's Twenty20 (T20) international captain Faf Du Plessis has said that he is ready to infuse fresh ideas in his team and has asked Proteas fans to expect an unconventional approach from his team during the upcoming T20 series against Pakistan starting at Kingsmead.

De Villiers says consistent Proteas squad key to ODI, T20 glory

March 1, 2013 at 12:51 PM

Johannesburg, Mar 1 (ANI): AB de Villiers has claimed constant squad rotation in South Africa's limited-over squads is affecting their performance in the one-day and Twenty20 formats.

Proteas should expect tougher test from Pak in limited-over series

February 27, 2013 at 5:15 PM

Johannesburg, Feb 27 (ANI): South Africa should expect a tougher test in their upcoming Twenty20 and one-day series against Pakistan after drubbing the visitors 3-0 in the Test series, according to senior cricket writer, Rob Houwing.

Zaheer Abbas believes Pak team will perform better in ODI series against Proteas

February 27, 2013 at 11:47 AM

Karachi, Feb. 27 (ANI): Despite Pakistan's disappointing performance in the three-match Test series against host South Africa, former Pakistani batsman Zaheer Abbas has said he feels that the visitors could still bounce back in the limited overs' series.

Former Pak captains call for team revamp after Proteas whitewash

February 26, 2013 at 12:27 PM

Islamabad, Feb 26 (ANI): Former captains have stressed the need for a total revamp of the failing system of Pakistani cricket and urged for more focus on Tests after the team's humiliating 3-0 defeat by South Africa.

Misbah blames lack of Test cricket, different conditions for whitewash by Proteas

February 26, 2013 at 12:27 PM

Johannesburg, Feb 26 (ANI): Pakistani captain Misbah-ul-Huq has blamed the lack of Test cricket played by his team and their inexperience in settling in different conditions responsible for the 3-0 Test series whitewash by South Africa.

Former Pak skipper Latif questions Whatmore's coaching abilities following Proteas rout

February 26, 2013 at 10:27 AM

Sydney, Feb 26 (ANI): Former captain Rashid Latif has questioned the capability of Australian Dav Whatmore's credentials as a coach for the Pakistani team after their humiliating 3-0 defeat by South Africa in the recent Test series.

'IPL and Bollywood fascinate South Africans' (With Image)

February 25, 2013 at 2:43 PM

Kolkata, Feb 25 (IANS) The Indian Premier League (IPL) and Bollywood have changed South Africans' perception about India, says Azad Essa, journalist, author and award-winning blogger from Durban.

CSA congratulates Proteas, skipper Smith after victorious Test series against Pak

February 25, 2013 at 1:39 PM

Johannesburg, Feb 25 (ANI): Cricket South Africa (CSA) has congratulated the victorious South African team on their triumph over the Test series against Pakistan and also lauded captain Graeme Smith for becoming the first captain to lead his country to 50 Test match victories.

Pistorius' brother Carl to face homicide trial over woman's death

February 25, 2013 at 10:59 AM

London, Feb 25 (ANI): In a further blow to the family of Paralympic star Oscar Pistorius, his brother Carl is also facing trial over the death of a woman.

South Africa braces for BRICS summit

February 24, 2013 at 3:31 PM

Johannesburg, Feb 24 (IANS) As part of preparations to host the BRICS summit next month, South African has launched a road show to educate its citizens about the importance of the meet.

Corinthians appeal Libertadores fan ban

February 23, 2013 at 2:42 PM

Rio de Janeiro, Feb 23 (IANS) Corinthians have appealed a decision by South American football's governing body Conmebol, forcing the club to play its Copa Libertadores matches without any spectators.

Pistorius 'wept' after being granted bail

February 23, 2013 at 10:58 AM

London, Feb 23 (ANI): Paralympic star Oscar Pistorius had broken down after he had been granted bail on Friday from the trial of his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp's murder, leading to cheers from his supporters.

Porto's Fernando hopes for Brazil call-up

February 22, 2013 at 1:38 PM

Rio de Janeiro, Feb 22 (IANS) Porto midfielder Fernando says he hopes to attract the attention of new Brazil coach Luiz Felipe Scolari ahead of next year's FIFA World Cup.

Prince Harry to accompany Cressida Bonas for her half-sister's wedding

February 22, 2013 at 1:30 PM

London, Feb. 22 (ANI): Prince Harry, who was seen canoodling with his alleged girlfriend Cressida Bonas on a Swiss ski slope this week, will jet to South Africa to see her half-sister Isabella Anstruther-Gough-Calthorpe wed Sir Richard Branson's businessman son Sam.

Proteas must win 'dead rubber' Centurion Test to outdo 'golden-age' Oz team's legacy

February 20, 2013 at 4:57 PM

Johannesburg, Feb 20 (ANI): South Africa must give its best shot to win the final dead rubber Test match against Pakistan at Centurion in order to prove itself better than the golden-age Australian Test team, which was known for its ruthlessness, according to cricket writer, Rob Houwing.

South Africa to introduce zero emission electric vehicles

February 20, 2013 at 12:41 PM

Cape Town, Feb 20 (IANS) South Africa has announced that it will soon introduce zero emission electric vehicles (ZEEV) in a bid to become more environment friendly.

'Chosen one' Pak woman squash player says destined to take on Taliban

February 19, 2013 at 3:45 PM

Washington, Feb 19 (ANI): Maria Toor Pakay, who is Pakistan's number one woman squash player and is ranked 49th in the world, believes she is the chosen one to fight against the Taliban.

Smith backs 'phenomenal' Philander to improve further

February 19, 2013 at 1:37 PM

Johannesburg, Feb 19 (ANI): South Africa captain Graeme Smith has tipped in form swing bowler Vernon Philander to improve further following his phenomenal performances since his Test debut against Australia in November 2011.

Proteas set to pocket $450 000 after cementing 'top dog' status in ICC Test rankings

February 19, 2013 at 1:36 PM

Johannesburg, Feb 19 (ANI): South Africa is set to earn 450 000 dollars after they assured their number one position in the ICC Test Championship beyond the April 1 cut-off date for prize money to be awarded in 2013.

Misbah blames 'lack of home Test matches' for humiliating series defeat against Proteas

February 19, 2013 at 12:56 PM

Islamabad, Feb 19 (ANI): Pakistan captain Misbahul Haq has reiterated that the boycott of his country by international sides is harming their team's growth, and he also blamed lack of Test action for their crushing series defeat against South Africa.

Pistorius' slain girlfriend's text messages to rugby player to hold key in murder trial

February 19, 2013 at 11:21 AM

Sydney, Feb 19 (ANI): Oscar Pistorius' girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp's text messages to a South African rugby player is set to play a key to investigations into her death as banned steroids reportedly found in the Paralympic star's home.

CSA lauds Proteas' performance in battling Newlands Test win over Pakistan

February 18, 2013 at 1:28 PM

Johannesburg, Feb 18 (ANI): Cricket South Africa (CSA) has praised the South African team on their series victory over Pakistan after they won the second Test at Newlands by four wickets.

Vicente Fernandez back onstage

February 18, 2013 at 10:17 AM

Guadalajara (Mexico), Feb 18 (IANS/EFE) The idol of Mexican ranchera music, Vicente Fernandez, returned to the stage to resume his farewell tour following an operation to remove a cancerous tumour of the liver.

Pistorius shot girlfriend 'on instinct', says father

February 17, 2013 at 3:53 PM

London, Feb 17 (ANI): Olympic star Oscar Pistorius's father has claimed that his son acted on instinct and shot dead his girlfriend by mistake, thinking she was an intruder.

BASIC nations demand roadmap for capitalising Green Climate Fund

February 16, 2013 at 9:37 PM

Chennai, Feb 16 (IANS) BASIC (Brazil, South Africa, India and China) nations Saturday urged developed countries to contribute their share to the Green Climate Fund (GCF) at the earliest and voiced their opposition to sectoral targets for emission reduction and mere trading in carbon certificates.

Deco set for Fluminense's clash against Redonda

February 16, 2013 at 2:09 PM

Rio de Janeiro, Feb 16 (IANS) Former Portugal international midfielder Deco is poised to make his first appearance in 2013 for Fluminense in the Campeonato Carioca football clash against Volta Redonda Sunday.

Ex-girlfriend's mother says Pistorius was 'dangerously reckless' with guns

February 15, 2013 at 12:49 PM

Sydney, Feb 15 (ANI): Oscar Pistorius' ex-girlfriend Samantha Taylor's mother has sensationally blasted the Paralympic star for being dangerously reckless with guns, adding she is glad her daughter is safe but expressed condolences with the family of model Reeva Steenkamp over her death.

BRICS Summit to impact Africa: Zuma

February 15, 2013 at 11:45 AM

Cape Town, Feb 15 (IANS) The South African government's vision of a better Africa in a better world will receive great impetus when it hosts the 5th BRICS Summit next month in Durban, President Jacob Zuma has said in his State of the Nation address at parliament.