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Everything you need to know about Nani Kadi: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Everything you need to know about Nani Kadi: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Camera rolls for 'Ala Modalaindi' Tamil remake

May 23, 2013 at 1:58 PM

Chennai, May 23 (IANS) The untitled Tamil remake of Telugu blockbuster "Ala Modalaindi" starring Gautham Karthik went on the floors here Thursday.

'Eega' to be screened at Busan film fest

May 20, 2013 at 11:18 AM

Chennai, May 20 (IANS) S.S. Rajamouli's Telugu blockbuster revenge-drama "Eega" will be screened at the 18th edition of the Busan International Film Festival, South Korea. It is the fifth foreign film extravaganza for which the film has been chosen.

'Eega' takes foreign film fests by storm

May 16, 2013 at 5:02 PM

Chennai, May 16 (IANS) After being selected for screening at the Cannes International Film Festival and Shanghai International Film Festival, S.S. Rajamouli's Telugu revenge-drama "Eega" will also be featured at the Madrid International Film Festival and Puchon International Film Festival.

'Eega' to feature at Shanghai film festival

May 15, 2013 at 9:50 AM

Chennai, May 15 (IANS) After Cannes, S.S Rajamouli's highly successful Telugu revenge-drama "Eega" has been selected to feature in the panorama section of upcoming 16th Shanghai International Film Festival.

Real to demand Hernandez in return of 'star' Ronaldo with less cash from 'hungry' Man U

May 3, 2013 at 3:24 PM

London, May 3 (ANI): Spanish giants Real Madrid will demand Manchester United forward Javier Hernandez in exchange of Cristiano Ronaldo and are even prepared to accept 25 million dollars for the Portuguese star from the Premier League winners.

Man U contacts Ronaldo's agent to go ahead PSG in player's chase

April 30, 2013 at 12:12 PM

London, Apr 30 (ANI): Hitting back at French giants Paris Saint Germain after it joined the race for Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo, Premier League winners Manchester United has reportedly contacted Ronaldo's agent in a bid to cancel out a potential move of the player to the French capital.

Juventus make 12-m pound offer to Nani

April 28, 2013 at 5:08 PM

Rome, April 28 (IANS) Juventus were reported to have revived their attempts to sign Manchester United winger Nani with a new 12-million pound proposal.

Fergie eyeing 21st league title with planned 50 mln pounds summer 'spending spree'

April 24, 2013 at 10:52 AM

London, Apr 24 (ANI): Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson is reportedly set to clinch a 21st league title with a bumper summer spending spree costing more than 50 million pounds.

Andhra legislator's daughter alleges 'house arrest' for four years

April 23, 2013 at 6:28 PM

Hyderabad, April 23 (IANS) The daughter of a legislator in Andhra Pradesh Tuesday approached a court, alleging that her father "detained" her at home for four years and also tried to get her re-married after she married her lover against his wishes. The father dismissed the claims.

Cancer cells could be weighed in future

April 19, 2013 at 12:36 PM

Beijing, April 19 (Xinhua-ANI): Chinese scientists have come up with a new method of weighing microscopic particles such as single atoms or protons, as well as cancer DNA, which could lead to early diagnoses of the disease.

Syrian opposition members in Moscow for talks

April 17, 2013 at 5:24 AM

Moscow, April 17 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Dialogue between the Syrian government and opposition forces could begin within the next several months, a Syrian opposition leader said here.

China calls for 'turnaround' in Korean situation

April 11, 2013 at 4:28 PM

Beijing, April 11 (IANS) China Thursday called for all parties concerned to take action to turn around the situation on the Korean Peninsula.

Malaysia urges restraint on Korean Peninsula

April 7, 2013 at 5:00 PM

Kuala Lumpur, April 7 (Xinhua-ANI): The Malaysian government on Sunday urged all parties on the Korean Peninsula to exercise self-restraint to avoid further deterioration of the situation.

Four Italian journalists held in Syria: FM

April 6, 2013 at 4:28 PM

Rome, April 6 (Xinhua-ANI): Four Italian journalists have been held in northern Syria near the Turkish border, Italy's Foreign Ministry said early on Saturday.

Gautham Karthik in 'Ala Modalaindi' remake

March 28, 2013 at 7:22 PM

Chennai, March 28 (IANS) He has not yet begun shooting for his second Tamil project, in which he plays a college student, but actor Gautham Karthik has bagged the Tamil remake of Telugu blockbuster "Ala Modalaindi".

Nani suspended for one match over Real fiasco, while Fergie escapes with 10,000 pound-fine

March 23, 2013 at 2:42 PM

London, Mar 23 (ANI): Manchester United midfielder Nani has been punished with a one-match suspension by the UEFA following his controversial red card against Real Madrid on March 5, although boss Sir Alex Ferguson escaped punishment for refusing to speak to the media after the game with just a fine.

Congress seeks disqualification of nine rebel MLAs in Andhra

March 23, 2013 at 2:26 PM

Hyderabad, March 23 (IANS) The ruling Congress party in Andhra Pradesh has sought disqualification of nine of its legislators who voted in favour of the no confidence motion tabled by the Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) last week.

Hoped Sudeep will win award too, says Rajamouli

March 18, 2013 at 10:41 PM

Chennai, March 18 (IANS) Though happy that his Telugu revenge-drama "Eega" pocketed two National Awards Monday, Telugu filmmaker S.S Rajamouli was hoping Kannada star Kichcha Sudeep, who played the antagonist in the film, would win an award as well.

'Vazhakku En 18/9', 'Eega' win best regional films

March 18, 2013 at 6:02 PM

Chennai, March 18 (IANS) Critically acclaimed Tamil teen-crime thriller "Vazhakku En 18/9" and Telugu blockbuster revenge-drama "Eega" were named 2012's best feature films in their respective languages, in the 60th National Film Awards.

Rio Ferdinand still eyeing 'double Cup' success for Man U

March 12, 2013 at 3:34 PM

London, Mar 12 (ANI): Manchester United player Rio Ferdinand has said that his club Manchester United still has the character to bounce back and make sure their campaign ends with the capture of two more trophies.

Fergie blames referees for costing United three more European Cups

March 9, 2013 at 5:14 PM

London, Mar 9 (ANI): Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has blamed referees for the club's Champion League defeat by Real Madrid, saying that the match officials have cost United the chance of winning three more European Cups.

TV ad featuring McIlroy, Button branded 'irritating, awful' on Twitter

March 7, 2013 at 4:19 PM

London, Mar 7 (ANI): A television ad featuring golf world number one Rory McIlroy, Formula One ace Jenson Button and Olympic heptathlete champion Jessica Ennis was branded irritating and truly awful on Twitter just minutes after it was first aired.

Crazed Man U fans issue death threats to 'erring' referee over Nani's red card

March 7, 2013 at 12:43 PM

London, Mar 7 (ANI): Livid Manchester United fans have threatened to kill the referee who had given a red card to United mid-fielder Nani during the club's controversial Champions League exit after defeat by Spanish side Real Madrid.

'Distressed' Man U fan calls cops to report crime against CL 'blunder referee'

March 7, 2013 at 12:43 PM

London, Mar 7 (ANI): Angry at the referee for giving red card to Nani during Manchester United's Champions League defeat to Real Madrid, a United fan rang the police to report the referee's action as a crime.

Real knocks out United to reach Champions League quarters

March 6, 2013 at 1:07 PM

Manchester, March 6 (IANS) Nani's controversial red card became the turning point of the battle at Old Trafford Tuesday as Real Madrid knocked out Manchester United 3-2 on aggregate to reach the last eight of Champions League football.

Mourinho admits 'best team lost' following Madrid's controversial CL win over Man U

March 6, 2013 at 11:25 AM

London, Mar 6 (ANI): Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has admitted the best team lost during their Champions League pre-quarterfinal win over Manchester United at Old Trafford on Tuesday, adding his team didn't deserve to win but the game of football is like this.

Man U winger Nani says Fergie focused on winning FA Cup

February 20, 2013 at 1:53 PM

London, Feb 20 (ANI): Manchester United star Nani has said that boss Sir Alex Ferguson has warned his players not to consider the FA Cup as a low priority.

UK police officer suspended after crashing into Man U star Nani's Bentley

February 17, 2013 at 12:02 PM

London, Feb 17 (ANI): A UK police officer has been suspended after his car crashed into Manchester United star Nani's luxury Bentley Continental.

Syrian official says Assad regime 'has already won'

February 15, 2013 at 12:01 PM

Washington, Feb 15 (ANI): A member of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's government has declared that they have 'already won' and the rebellions have failed.

Another Congress legislator joins YSR Congress

January 24, 2013 at 4:08 PM

Hyderabad, Jan 24 (IANS) The ruling Congress party in Andhra Pradesh Thursday received another jolt with one of its legislators switching loyalties to the YSR Congress.

Rekha to shake a leg for 'Super Nani'

January 21, 2013 at 6:48 PM

Mumbai, Jan 21 (IANS) One of the best dancers of her era, Rekha, last seen grooving to a dance number in the title track of "Om Shanti Om", will once again put on her dancing shoes for forthcoming movie "Super Nani".

Anupam excited to work with Rekha in 'Super Nani'

January 17, 2013 at 6:09 PM

Mumbai, Jan 17 (IANS) They worked together in films like "Sansar" and "Mera Pati Sirf Mera Hai" and after many years, yesteryears screen diva Rekha and the talented Anupam Kher are coming together for "Super Nani", a film on women's empowerment. Kher is looking forward to work with the actress.

Argentina wins its first auto race

January 16, 2013 at 5:54 PM

Buenos Aires, Jan 16 (IANS) Argentine auto racer Orlando Terranova (BMW) won the country's first car race in the 2013 Dakar Rally, after winning Day 10 of the off-road race.

Assad's exit not precondition for dialogue: Moscow

January 14, 2013 at 6:17 PM

Moscow, Jan 14 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia believes Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's exit cannot be a precondition for a deal to resolve the country's crisis, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said.

Nani dons Rs.4.5 lakh costume in 'Paisaa'

January 10, 2013 at 6:41 PM

Chennai, Jan 10 (IANS) In upcoming Telugu political-thriller "Paisa", actor Nani will wear a costume worth Rs.4.5 lakh in one of the songs.

Myanmar president proposes administrative reform

December 26, 2012 at 12:37 PM

Yangon, Dec 26 (IANS) Myanmar President U Thein Sein Wednesday proposed the third step of a series of reforms which deals with administration.

'Neethaane En Ponvasanthama' happened due to theatre: Vidyullekha (Interview)

December 13, 2012 at 4:28 PM

Chennai, Dec 13 (IANS) Vidyullekha Raman a.k.a. Vidyu, who makes her acting debut in Tamil-Telugu bilingual romantic-drama "Neethaane En Ponvasantham" (NEP), credits her experience in theatre for her becoming a film actor.

'Devaraya': lifeless socio-fantasy drama (Telugu Movie Review)

December 8, 2012 at 2:12 PM

Film: "Devaraya"; Director: Nani Krishna; Cast: Srikant, Meenakshi Dixit, Vidisha, Ranganath, M.S Narayana, Sivaji Raja and Jayaprakash Reddy; Rating: *

Netherlands to send Patriot missiles to Turkey

December 8, 2012 at 8:04 AM

The Hague, Dec 8 (IANS) The Dutch government has decided to send Patriot air defence missiles to Turkey to protect the country against possible air attacks from neighbouring Syria, a minister said.

Feel honoured to have worked in 'Devaraya': Srikant

December 6, 2012 at 2:04 PM

Chennai, Dec 6 (IANS) Telugu actor Meka Srikant feels honoured to have worked in the forthcoming historical-drama "Devaraya" as he got an opportunity to play the famous emperor Sri Krishnadevaraya.

Man U eyeing 'sensational' Sterling swoop from 'fierce rivals' Liverpool

December 2, 2012 at 5:07 PM

London, Dec 2(ANI): Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson is keeping an eye on Liverpool wonder kid Raheem Sterling's contract stand-off with the Anfield club, and believes the winger can be a long term replacement for unsettled Nani at the club.

Turkey rejects concerns over NATO missile deployment

November 26, 2012 at 7:25 AM

Ankara, Nov 26 (IANS) Turkey has dismissed Russian and Iranian concerns that the possible deployment of NATO missiles along the country's southern border with Syria would make the crisis more complicated.

'Bench warmer' Nani ready to leave Man U at season end after new contract talks freeze

October 31, 2012 at 3:56 PM

London, Oct 31(ANI): Manchester United winger Nani is set to leave the club at the end of the season after talks with club over a new contract was stalled, and it is believed the Portugal international has lost patience with negotiations.

Russia criticises US over human rights violations

October 30, 2012 at 9:24 AM

Moscow, Oct 30 (IANS) Russia has accused the US of having adopted a wrong approach for human rights protection by intervening in other countries' internal affairs.

Gautham Vasudev spoofs his own films

October 14, 2012 at 6:04 PM

Chennai, Oct 14 (IANS) Known for making romantic sagas, Gautham Vasudev Menon's next is "Neethaane En Ponvasantham", and it will see actor-comedian Santhanam taking a dig at the filmmaker's previous films.

Kerzhakov strike gives Russia win over Portugal

October 13, 2012 at 12:48 PM

Moscow, Oct 13 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Alexander Kerzhakov's sixth-minute strike proved enough to give Russia a 1-0 home win over Portugal in a hard-fought Football World Cup qualifier here.

'Makkhi': An innovative love triangle, revenge story with a buzz (IANS Hindi Film Review)

October 12, 2012 at 11:48 PM

Film: "Makkhi"; Starring: Sudeep, Samanth Ruth Prabhu, Nani; Directed by: S.S. Rajamouli; Rating: ***

Syria denies Turkey's claims of ammunition aboard Syrian flight

October 12, 2012 at 1:24 PM

Damascus, Oct. 12 (Xinhua-ANI): Syrian Foreign Ministry on Thursday refuted as "absolutely untrue" the allegations made by Turkish officials that the Syrian plane grounded a day earlier in Turkey was carrying ammunition.

'No Favorites' for Russia-Portugal clash: Capello

October 11, 2012 at 7:40 PM

Moscow, Oct 11 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia's match with Portugal Friday will be a close World Cup qualifier between two top-quality sides, Russia coach Fabio Capello predicted Thursday.

Ferguson says foreign players in PL dive more than Brit stars

October 2, 2012 at 2:26 PM

London, Oct. 2 (ANI): Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has said foreign players are more inclined towards diving in Premier League matches than their Brit counterparts.

Juventus hoping to land Nani in cut-price 12m pounds deal from Man U

September 30, 2012 at 1:14 PM

London, Sep. 30 (ANI): Manchester United will offer an escape route to Nani from the Old Trafford, after making a cut price deal of 12 million pounds with Italian giants Juventus.

Nani's troubles at Man U continue after punch up with reserve player infuriates Ferguson

September 29, 2012 at 5:06 PM

London, Sep 29(ANI): Manchester United winger Nani, who was linked with a move out of Old Trafford during the summer window, has once again enraged manager Sir Alex Ferguson after he landed a punch on reserve midfielder, Davide Petrucci over a challenge while training.

Nani confident Man U won't miss any more penalties

September 21, 2012 at 3:55 PM

London, Sep 21(ANI): Manchester United winger Nani has said it doesn't matter who takes penalties for the team in future, they were going to convert them anyhow.

No alternative to political solution in Syria: Russia

September 21, 2012 at 6:11 AM

Moscow, Sep 21 (IANS) Russia sees no alternative to a political solution towards ending the crisis in Syria, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov has said.

Ferguson left fuming following Man U's third penalty miss in row

September 20, 2012 at 1:23 PM

London, Sep 20(ANI): Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has said he is not aware why Nani took the penalty during their opening Champions League match against Galatasaray at Old Trafford on Wednesday, and added that striker Robin Van Persie should have taken it ideally.

Gautham praises Jiiva, Nani and Samantha

September 19, 2012 at 1:49 PM

Chennai, Sep 19 (IANS) Tamil filmmaker Gautham Vasudev Menon is all praise for actors Jiiva, Nani and Samantha Ruth Prabhu, and says working with them has been a memorable experience.

China's FDI inflow falls

September 19, 2012 at 11:41 AM

Beijing, Sep 19 (IANS) Foreign direct investment (FDI) into China fell for the third consecutive month in August as global economic woes continued to weigh heavily, reported Xinhua.

Modi sounds election bugle, appeals for continuance of 'Congress-free Gujarat'(Update: Modi)

September 11, 2012 at 4:58 PM

Mehsana (Gujarat), Sep 11 (ANI): Chief Minister Narendra Modi, who kick started his election campaign for the forthcoming state assembly polls, on Tuesday urged the people to work towards a 'Congress-free Gujarat'.

Narendra Modi kickstarts poll campaign in Gujarat

September 11, 2012 at 2:26 PM

;Ahmedabad, Sep 11 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi Tuesday kicked off his Bharatiya Janata Party's campaign for the assembly polls in December, challenging the Congress to battle it on the issue of development and not by using the CBI to target him.

Narendra Modi flags off yatra ahead of Gujarat polls

September 11, 2012 at 12:50 PM

Mehsana (Gujarat), Sep 11 (ANI): Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday kicked off his campaign for the upcoming assembly polls with a month-long state-wide yatra from Becharaji in the state's Mehsana district.

'Neethaane...' music hit, sold 1 lakh copies

September 10, 2012 at 5:14 PM

Chennai, Sep 10 (IANS) The soundtrack of upcoming Tamil movie "Neethaane En Ponvasantham"(NEP) is selling like hot cakes with 100,000 copies sold since its release Sep 1.

Nani furious at Man U for attempting to 'offload' him to Zenit St Petersburg 'against wishes'

September 9, 2012 at 9:27 PM

London, Sep 9 (ANI): Portuguese winger Nani is reportedly furious at Manchester United after the club tried to offload him to Zenit St Petersburg against his wishes.

Russia slams Syrian opposition over civilian airports attack threat

September 4, 2012 at 7:21 AM

Moscow, Sep 4 (IANS) Russia has strongly condemned the alleged threat by an armed Syrian opposition on attacking civilian airports in Syria, saying such actions were no different from terrorists.

Iran stresses support to Syria

August 27, 2012 at 6:50 AM

Damascus, Aug 27 (IANS) Iran's national security chief has said his country stands against any foreign intervention in Syria, and that the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) summit in Tehran will aim at resolving the 18-month-old crisis in Syria.

Ferguson confirms Man U won't sign any more players in current transfer window

August 25, 2012 at 12:10 PM

London, Aug 25(ANI): Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has said the club will not buy any more players during the current transfer window after a deal for young Chilean striker Angelo Henriquez is finalised in the next few days.

Nani ready to trim down wage demands in bid to save Man U career

August 24, 2012 at 4:24 PM

London, Aug 24(ANI): Manchester United winger Luis Nani is ready to cut his wage demands in a bid to save his career with the Old Trafford outfit.

Manchester United may dump Nani following 'below par' performance at Everton

August 22, 2012 at 3:44 PM

London, Aug 22 (ANI): Manchester United striker Nani could be dumped by manager Sir Alex Fergusson following his poor performance in the 1- 0 defeat to Everton.

Manchester United may dump Nani following 'below par' performance at Everton

August 22, 2012 at 3:12 PM

London, Aug 22 (ANI): Manchester United striker Nani could be dumped by club manager Sir Alex Fergusson following his poor performance in the 1- 0 defeat at Everton.

Ozomatli sings to kids in new disc

August 22, 2012 at 10:56 AM

Los Angeles, Aug 22 (IANS/EFE) Ozomatli, the band that gained international fame with its fusion of styles ranging from salsa, jazz, funk and reggae to rap, cumbia, merengue and hip hop, now adds to its repertoire a new disc for youngsters dubbed "Ozokidz".

Zenit coach confirms interest in Nani

August 18, 2012 at 4:04 PM

Moscow, Aug 18 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russian football champions Zenit St. Petersburg are interested in buying Manchester United midfielder Nani, Zenit coach Luciano Spalletti said.

Reuters website 'hacked' for third time in month

August 17, 2012 at 10:28 AM

London, Aug 17 (ANI): UK-based news agency Reuters has fallen victim to computer hackers for the third time in a month, with an article falsely claiming that Saudi Arabia's foreign minister Saud al-Faisal had died.

'Legend' Bolt claims being 'greatest athlete to live' after winning second gold at Games

August 10, 2012 at 11:29 AM

London, Aug 10(ANI): The world's fastest man, Usain Bolt, has said he is the greatest athlete to ever live, and added that he has nothing to prove now after successfully defending his 200m title at the London Olympics.

Nani lends 160k pounds Lamborghini to fiancee

August 4, 2012 at 5:05 PM

London, August 4 (ANI): Nani demonstrated his love for his bride-to-be Daniela Martins, by allowing her to take his 160,000-pound Lamborghini Gallardo for a spin around Wimslow, Cheshire.

Man U intensifies efforts to sign Brazilian starlet Moura with 30m pounds bid

August 3, 2012 at 2:43 PM

London, Aug. 3 (ANI): Manchester United are reportedly trying to tie up the 30 million pound transfer of Lucas Moura from Sao Paulo after Paris St Germain moved in to recruit the Brazilian starlet.

Russia has no plans of military base in Cuba

July 29, 2012 at 5:06 AM

Moscow, July 29 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia has no plans to build a military base in Cuba, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said.

Russia condemns Iraq violence

July 24, 2012 at 8:11 AM

Moscow, July 24 (IANS) Russia has condemned the latest terrorist attacks in Iraq that left at least 80 people as killed, Xinhua reported.

Belgium urges citizens to leave Syria

July 22, 2012 at 9:47 AM

Brussels, July 22 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Belgium government has issued a warning calling on its nationals to avoid trips to Syria and for those there to leave the country "immediately", Le Soir paper reported.

Six killed in Bulgaria bus blast

July 19, 2012 at 2:24 AM

Sofia, July 19 (IANS) Six people died and over 30 others were injured in Bulgaria Wednesday when a powerful blast ripped through a bus carrying Israeli tourists.

NTR's son to soon enter active politics

July 14, 2012 at 5:28 PM

Hyderabad, July 14 (IANS) Telugu Desam Party (TDP) founder N.T. Rama Rao's son and popular Telugu actor N. Balakrishna Saturday said he would soon enter active politics.

Nani believes City won Premier League by 'pure luck'

July 12, 2012 at 4:48 PM

London, July 12 (ANI): Manchester United winger Nani has said that Manchester City were lucky to win the Premier League.

'Eega' - fly's revenge drama rocks box office

July 12, 2012 at 1:28 PM

New Delhi, July 12 (IANS) Director S.S. Rajamouli's innovative and technically brilliant bilingual film like "Eega" has not only rocked the box office down south by earning Rs.17 crore net on its first day, it has wowed film fraternity and they are raving about the film.

Suspended TDP lawmaker hits back at Naidu

July 11, 2012 at 3:44 PM

Hyderabad, July 11 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh legislator Kodali Nani, who was suspended from the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) Monday for meeting YSR Congress Party leader Y.S. Jaganmohan Reddy in jail, Wednesday hit back at TDP chief N.Chandrababu Naidu.

I'll remain with TDP till my last breath: Junior NTR

July 9, 2012 at 4:56 PM

Hyderabad, July 9 (IANS) Popular Telugu film actor Junior NTR Monday ruled out leaving Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and also denied any differences within the family.

'Fifty Shades Of Grey' tops again (IANS Books)

July 7, 2012 at 12:48 PM

New Delhi, July 7 (IANS) E.L. James's "Fifty Shades of Grey", about a young female virgin and her rich older lover, dominated the fiction category again this week, while Ruchir Sharma's "Breakout Nations" topped the non-fiction section.

Vietnam, Britain hold strategic dialogue

July 6, 2012 at 6:24 AM

Hanoi, July 6 (IANS) Vietnam and Britain Thursday held their strategic dialogue here, focusing on cooperation in defence, and tackling organised crime and terrorism.

'Al Qaeda infiltrating Syria via Iraq'

July 5, 2012 at 11:12 PM

Baghdad, July 5 (IANS) Iraqi Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari Thursday said Al Qaeda terrorists have infiltrated Syria via Iraq to carry out terror attacks, RIA Novosti reported.

Chettri to play for Sporting Lisbon reserves (Roundup)

July 5, 2012 at 9:12 PM

New Delhi, July 5 (IANS) Portuguese football giants Sporting Lisbon Thursday signed India's captain Sunil Chettri for a year. The forward will be playing for the reserve (B) team, and becomes the first Indian to ply his trade in Portugal.

Chhetri signs for Sporting Lisbon reserves for a year

July 5, 2012 at 6:56 PM

New Delhi, July 5 (IANS) Portuguese football giants Sporting Lisbon Thursday unveiled Sunil Chettri as their newest signing this year. However, the Indian captain will be not be starting for the main team but donning the colours of the reserve team and play in the second division of the league.

'On the fence' Nani wants Man U to sort out his future

July 4, 2012 at 4:38 PM

London, July 4(ANI): Manchester United winger Luis Nani wants his future with the club to be sorted out soon amidst fears that the former is keen to sell him after a collapse in contract talks.

United targets 25m pounds rated Portuguese midfielder Moutinho

July 3, 2012 at 4:30 PM

London, July 3(ANI): Manchester United is closing in on FC Porto 25 million pound rated attacking midfielder Joao Moutinho after getting fed up of Tottenham Hotspurs' tactics to retain star midfielder Luka Modric.

'80 million penalty choker' Ronaldo blamed for Portugal's Euro SF exit

June 28, 2012 at 12:12 PM

Sydney, June 28(ANI): Cristiano Ronaldo became the first target of the blame game, following Portugal's penalty shootout exit from the Euro Cup semifinal at the hands of reigning champions Spain.

Euro 2012: Spain edge Portugal for third-straight Euro final

June 28, 2012 at 3:40 AM

Donetsk, June 28 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Spain reached their third-successive Euro final Thursday, beating a defiant Portugal 4-2 on penalties after their Euro 2012 semifinal ended goalless after extra time.

Spain not making any 'special' plans to stop Portugal's 'danger man' Ronaldo ahead of Euro SF clash

June 27, 2012 at 9:59 PM

London, June 27 (ANI): Spainish striker Alvaro Negredo has said Spain is are not making any special plans to counter Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo in their Euro Cup semi final clash on Wednesday.

Fabregas gives tactical tips to rivals Portugal to beat Spain

June 26, 2012 at 1:56 PM

London, June 26 (ANI): Cesc Fabregas, who is wary of Potugals' threat, gave them some tactical tips about exactly what they should do to pull off a shock win over Spain in Euro 2012 semi-finals.

Fabregas likens Portugal-Spain Euro QF clash to 'El Clasico'

June 25, 2012 at 7:40 PM

London, June 25(ANI): Spanish midfielder Cesc Fabregas has compared their Euro Cup 2012 clash with Portugal to the El Clasico clash between Real Madrid and Barcelona, saying Portugal's style mirrors Los Blancos' counter-attacking style using the explosive pace of Cristiano Ronaldo and Luis Nani.

Nani hoping for Euro 2012 final showdown with England

June 23, 2012 at 5:15 PM

London, June 23 (ANI): After beating the Czech Republic, Portuguese winger Nani hopes of a Euro 2012 final showdown with England where expects to play against his Premier League friends.

Man U earmarks FC Porto's James Rodriguez as replacement if Nani leaves Old Trafford

June 19, 2012 at 5:36 PM

London, June 19(ANI): Manchester United have marked down FC Porto winger James Rodriguez as the perfect replacement for Luis Nani, if the Portugal international doesn't commit his future at Old Trafford.

Euro 2012: Ronaldo brace sees Portugal through, Dutch out

June 18, 2012 at 2:34 AM

Kharkiv (Ukraine), June 18 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Two goals from Cristiano Ronaldo gave Portugal a 2-1 comeback victory over Netherlands and a place in the quarterfinals of Euro 2012, as the Dutch exited with three defeats from three games.

Euro 2012: Portugal steal 3-2 win over Danes

June 14, 2012 at 12:23 AM

Lviv, June 13 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Substitute Silvestre Varela hit an 87th-minute winner to give Portugal a 3-2 win over Denmark in their Euro 2012 Group B encounter in Lviv Wednesday.