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

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

'Only music didn't make business sense for Channel V'

May 19, 2013 at 1:26 PM

Mumbai, May 19 (IANS) From a pure music channel to a youth-oriented general entertainment channel -- the transition of Channel V, which now boasts of a mix of drama content and reality shows, was an important business decision, says its spokesperson.

UAE to raise standard of education

May 19, 2013 at 6:14 AM

Abu Dhabi, May 19 (IANS/WAM) The announcement of the UAE's Ministry of Education about the School Leadership Project to raise standards in the country's education sector is an important initiative which needs to be highly commended, a UAE daily has said.

NASA's 9-year-old Mars rover breaks 40-year-old record

May 17, 2013 at 10:14 AM

Washington, May 17 (ANI): NASA's Mars Exploration Rover Opportunity has broken the record for the farthest total distance driven by any NASA vehicle on another world.

Russian navy gets advanced stealth corvette

May 16, 2013 at 4:14 PM

Kaliningrad (Russia), May 16 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia's newest Baltic Fleet warship, the Project 20380 Boiky corvette, was handed over to the navy Thursday, a fleet spokesman said.

INS Vikramaditya gets finishing touches in Russia

May 15, 2013 at 5:58 PM

Moscow, May 15 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Indian aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya has been put in dry dock at Russia's Sevmash shipyard for cosmetic repairs, ahead of final sea trials and delivery to the Indian Navy later this year, the company said.

New book tells about 13 distant worlds discovered by Kepler spacecraft

May 15, 2013 at 10:46 AM

Washington, May 15 (ANI): The discovery of hundreds of planet candidates around other stars by Kepler spacecraft, which was launched in 2009, has inspired a new book that combines both science and science fiction.

How the brain tracks fast-moving tennis balls

May 9, 2013 at 3:12 PM

Washington, May 9 (ANI): How does tennis icon Venus Williams see the oncoming ball, let alone return her sister Serena's 120 mph serves?

Russia to commission new warship this month

May 7, 2013 at 11:36 AM

Moscow, May 7 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia's newest Baltic Fleet warship, the Project 20380 Boiky corvette, will be handed over to the navy May 16, St. Petersburg's Severnaya Verf shipyard said.

Jennifer Aniston delays wedding plans because of Brangelina

May 2, 2013 at 11:08 AM

Washington, May 02(ANI): Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux are reportedly postponing their nuptials because they want to avoid a possible overlap with her former husband Brad Pitt's big day with fiancee Angelina Jolie.

Mid-Himalaya Project increases Himachal's rural economy

May 1, 2013 at 8:04 PM

Shimla, May 1 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh Forest Minister Thakur Singh Bharmouri Wednesday said that a nine percent increase has been registered in the average income of families living in the state's rural areas after the Mid-Himalaya Project implementation.

Herschel space telescope closes its eyes on universe

April 30, 2013 at 11:00 AM

Washington, April 30 (ANI): ESA's Herschel space observatory has now run out of its supply of liquid helium coolant, ending more than three years of pioneering observations of the cool Universe.

Three n-subs to join Russian navy this year

April 24, 2013 at 6:28 AM

Moscow, April 24 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The Russian Navy will take delivery of two Project 955 Borey-class ballistic-missile submarines, the Alexander Nevsky and the Vladimir Monomakh, and one Yasen-class attack submarine, the Severodvinsk, by the end of the year, a defence ministry official said.

Calvin Harris attacked with drink during performance

April 23, 2013 at 1:40 PM

London, April 23 (IANS) Singer-songwriter Calvin Harris was reportedly attacked while performing at Project Club here during the weekend.

Commission Kudankulam plant only after probe: Achuthanandan

April 21, 2013 at 10:12 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, April 21 (IANS) Contending serious defects are now surfacing at the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project (KNPP), CPI-M leader V.S. Achuthanandan Sunday demanded theta it should be commissioned only after a probe to find out lapses in safety measures.

U.S. tortured detainees after 9/11 terrorist attacks: Report

April 17, 2013 at 4:04 PM

Washington, Apr. 17 (AI): It is 'indisputable' that the United States tortured detainees in the years after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, a non-partisan panel has said.

Screening men before 50 can lower prostate cancer mortality rates

April 17, 2013 at 11:40 AM

Washington, Apr 17 (ANI): Focusing prostate cancer testing on men at highest risk of developing the disease is likely to improve the ratio between benefits and the harms of screening, a new study suggests.

McLaren strengthens environmental commitment

April 9, 2013 at 3:01 PM

Woking (Surrey), April 9 (IANS) McLaren Mercedes, the world's first carbon-neutral Formula 1 team, has re-confirmed its carbon-neutral status and has formed a partnership with CNI (UK) Limited, who will join the team as an associate partner for sustainability.

FIFA goal project to shore up football development in Ghana

April 3, 2013 at 12:12 PM

Accra (Ghana), April 3 (IANS) The FIFA Goal Project is helping modernise the management and administration of football in Ghana, a senior official of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) said here.

Goel demands clarification on CAG report over 'Signature Bridge Project'

April 1, 2013 at 6:47 PM

Delhi State BJP chief Vijay Goel has said that in 2010, the CAG and the Shunglu Committee both indicted Sheila Dikshit Government for committing corruption in the projects connected with Commonwealth Games. Again, the CAG has slammed the Delhi Government for corrupt practices adopted in the execution of the much-hyped ?Signature Bridge Project?.

UAE carries out 64 water projects in Pakistan

March 31, 2013 at 10:58 AM

Islamabad, March 31 (IANS/WAM) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has completed 64 water projects being carried out in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in the northwest and southern region at a cost of about $5.80 million.

Cyber attack targeting European spam-fighting group 'originated in Russia', says expert

March 29, 2013 at 11:38 AM

Washington, Mar 29 (ANI): A massive cyber attack targeting a European spam-fighting group that slowed some global Internet traffic have been launched by a gang of hackers from Russia and neighboring countries, an expert has said.

Mindfulness training helps lower stress hormone

March 29, 2013 at 10:42 AM

Washington, March 29 (ANI): Focusing on the present rather than letting the mind drift may help to lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol, according to a new study from the University of California, Davis.

India unlikely to fine Russia for delay in warship delivery

March 28, 2013 at 4:10 PM

Langkawi, March 28 (IANS/RIA Novosti) India is unlikely to bill Russia for the delay in the delivery of the refitted aircraft carrier Vikramaditya caused by engine problems last year, said Viktor Komardin, deputy general director of Russia's state arms exporter Rosoboronexport.

Very few people post information, experiences on health online: Study

March 26, 2013 at 4:58 PM

Washington, Mar 26 (ANI): While most of us go online regularly for help in diagnosing health issues, very few of us actually post information, questions or experiences on health topics, a study has said.

No new taxes in Meghalaya budget

March 22, 2013 at 4:34 PM

Shillong, March 22 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Mukul Sangma Friday presented a deficit budget for 2013-14 while levying no fresh taxes but increasing royalty on coal.

NASA's LRO sees GRAIL's fiery farewell on lunar surface

March 20, 2013 at 3:14 PM

Washington, March 20 (ANI): NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) helped astronomers to witness the last moment of the agency's twin GRAIL (Gravity Recovery and Interior Laboratory) spacecraft, when they were intentionally crashed into a mountain near the Moon's north pole on Dec. 17, 2012.

DNA of extinct frog revived

March 16, 2013 at 3:58 PM

Washington, Mar 16 (ANI): A team of scientists has revived and reactivated the genome of an extinct Australian frog.

25 percent of American teenagers access Internet with smartphones

March 14, 2013 at 3:02 PM

Washington, Mar. 14 (ANI): Teenagers in America continues to lead the nation in smartphone use, with one-quarter of teens accessing the Internet mostly from their cell phones, a new study has found.

New high-tech instrument reveals exotic nature of 4 planets orbiting nearby star

March 13, 2013 at 10:54 AM

Washington, March 13 (ANI): Using a new high-tech gadget, astronomers have observed four planets orbiting a star relatively close to the sun in unprecedented detail, revealing the roughly ten-Jupiter-mass planets to be among the most exotic ones known.

India-Africa meet to discuss projects worth $64 bn

March 10, 2013 at 1:15 PM

New Delhi, March 10 (IANS) The 9th CII-EXIM Bank Conclave on India-Africa Project Partnership, the largest ever India-Africa business meet, begins here March 17.

Theron to launch denim line

March 8, 2013 at 4:27 PM

Los Angeles, March 8 (IANS) Actress Charlize Theron is teaming up with her stylist, Leslie Fremar to design the new Theron Jeans line.

Kapil Sibal launches Electronics Project Proposal System

March 6, 2013 at 8:11 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 6 (ANI): Communications and IT Minister Kapil Sibal has launched the Electronics Project Proposal System (e-PPS), developed by the Department of Electronics and Information Technology, through the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC).

World's most detailed scans to reveal working of brain

March 6, 2013 at 2:59 PM

London, Mar. 6 (ANI): Scientists have published the most detailed brain scans that the world has ever seen, as part of a project to understand how the organ works.

Southampton Varsity lists seven genetic risk factors associated with common eye disorder

March 6, 2013 at 1:15 PM

London, Mar. 6 (ANI): An international group of researchers, including scientists from the University of Southampton, has discovered seven new regions of the human genome-called loci-that are associated with increased risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of blindness.

Russia to resurrect titanium subs

March 6, 2013 at 6:19 AM

Moscow, March 6 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The Russian Navy will refit, modernise and recommission two Sierra class (Project 945) titanium-hull nuclear-powered attack submarines by 2017.

GOP strategist says party needs to 'get up off mat, find more diverse candidates'

March 3, 2013 at 11:39 AM

Washington, Mar 3 (ANI): US Republican strategist Karl Rove has said that rebuilding the GOP brand in California will be a difficult task, and the party must recruit candidates who reflect the diversity of the country, and in particular, California.

Nanotechnology to preserve cultural treasures

February 28, 2013 at 10:03 AM

Mexico City, Feb 28 (IANS/EFE) Experts from nine countries have come together to promote the use of nanotechnology to preserve works of art and other cultural treasures, Mexico's National Institute of Anthropology and History said.

UAE-funded bridge in Pakistan almost ready

February 24, 2013 at 2:10 AM

Islamabad, Feb 24 (IANS/WAM) The UAE "Project to Assist Pakistan" has said the construction of the Sheikh Zayed Bridge over the Swat river in Pakistan is almost complete.

Google reveals what users of wearable computer 'Project Glass' will see

February 21, 2013 at 11:21 AM

London, Feb 21 (ANI): Google has revealed for the first time what view users will get through its 'Project Glass' wearable computer.

Pakistan's hydropower project Neelum needs to be resigned after India wins dispute in International

February 20, 2013 at 4:57 PM

Islamabad, Feb. 20 (ANI): After India won the Kishanganga dispute in the International Court of Arbitration at the Hague against Pakistan, the 969MW Neelum-Jhelum Hydropower Project would be badly affected and would have to be redesigned.

Brain implants could create sense of touch in artificial limbs

February 18, 2013 at 11:21 AM

Washington, February 18 (ANI): Rats can't usually see infrared light, but they have "touched" it after Duke University neurobiologists fitted the animals with an infrared detector wired to electrodes implanted in the part of the mammalian brain that processes information related to the sense of touch.

New tech needed for curbing CO2 at source

February 17, 2013 at 1:13 PM

Washington, Feb 17 (IANS) Reducing carbon dioxide emissions alone may not be enough to curb global warming. There is a need to develop technologies that remove large amounts of the gas at the source, say researchers.

Russian firm to showcase new battlefield radars

February 16, 2013 at 8:17 AM

Moscow, Feb 16 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia's air-defence systems manufacturer Almaz-Antei will for the first time show mockup models of advanced battlefield surveillance radar systems at an international arms exhibition in Abu Dhabi.

'Ailing' Gascoigne thanks pals for help in his battle against booze

February 9, 2013 at 4:03 PM

London, Feb 9 (ANI): Ailing Paul Gascoigne paid a poignant tribute to fans, chums and professionals who have rallied round to support him in his latest battle with booze.

Armed forces housing for married by 2018, says Antony

February 8, 2013 at 10:59 PM

New Delhi, Feb 8 (IANS) Defence Minister A.K. Antony Friday told members of the parliamentary consultative committee attached to his ministry that Married Accommodation Project (MAP) for the armed forces personnel will be completed by 2018.

'.pk' domain under renewed risk of cyber attacks

February 8, 2013 at 4:43 PM

Karachi, Feb. 8 (ANI): PKNIC - a shared registry system that manages the .pk domain name space (DNS) for Pakistani websites - which was hacked twice in the last three months, remains vulnerable to basic-level cyber attacks.

Most Facebook users 'taking pause' from social media site, finds study

February 6, 2013 at 3:31 PM

Sydney, Feb. 6 (ANI): Facebook users are taking a break from the world's biggest social networking site for weeks at a time due to too much drama, boredom and scads of irrelevant information, a new US study has found.

Russia completes Indian carrier engine repairs

February 1, 2013 at 6:30 PM

Moscow, Feb 1 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia's Sevmash shipyard has fixed the engine problems which caused a delay in the delivery of the refitted aircraft carrier Vikramaditya to the Indian navy last year, a United Shipbuilding Corporation source said Friday.

Anti-venom cannot undo sting of death adder

January 30, 2013 at 11:50 AM

Sydney, Jan 30 (IANS) Anti-venom shots may not be able to reverse nerve damage caused by the venom of the death adder, a species native to Australia, a new study has found.

Christine Bleakley sparkles in silver gown on Dancing on Ice

January 21, 2013 at 4:00 PM

London, Jan 21 (ANI): Christine Bleakley looked dazzling in a flowing silver bespoke Project D gown on Dancing on Ice on Sunday.

Russia to build two more n-subs in 2013

January 14, 2013 at 8:49 PM

Moscow, Jan 14 (IANS) Russia will build two more nuclear-powered strategic submarines of the Borei A class this year, the official Rossiyskaya Gazeta daily reported Monday.

Only five percent Arsenal fans want Wenger to stay as club manager, poll reveals

January 12, 2013 at 6:49 PM

London, Jan 12(ANI): Only five percent Arsenal fans believe Arsene Wenger should stay as club's manager with almost half of respondents from one of Gunners' biggest supporters' groups feel boss should go.

Indian Navy set to issue tender for new submarines

January 2, 2013 at 11:11 PM

New Delhi, Jan 2 (IANS) The Indian Navy is set to "very soon"issue a RfP (Request for Proposal or tender) for a new line of six submarines with AIP (Air Independent Propulsion) capability.

Russian Navy to get latest N-sub

December 30, 2012 at 7:33 AM

St. Petersburg, Dec 30 (IANS) Yury Dolgoruky, Russia's latest ballistic missile nuclear submarine, will be put into service with the navy Sunday.

'Project X' crowned most pirated movie of 2012

December 28, 2012 at 4:45 PM

Sydney, December 28 (ANI): 'Project X', a widely panned film which is said to have been inspired by Australian party boy Corey Worthington, was the most pirated film of 2012, TorrentFreak has revealed.

Heidi Klum and Seal to reunite at Christmas for kids

December 25, 2012 at 4:05 PM

New York, Dec 25(ANI): Heidi Klum and her estranged husband, Seal, have made peace for the sake of their four kids, and are also planning to reunite for Christmas.

Indo-Russian nuclear energy programme key pillar of strategic partnership: PM

December 24, 2012 at 3:57 PM

New Delhi, Dec 24 (ANI): Asserting that the development of the nuclear energy programme has been a key pillar of the strategic partnership between New Delhi and Moscow, Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh on Monday said India deeply appreciates the support extended by Russian engineers and scientists in the construction of Unit 1 of the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project.

Growing tiger deaths: new guidelines, but is it enough?

December 16, 2012 at 1:50 PM

New Delhi, Dec 16 (IANS) Worried over 82 tiger deaths this year in India, the highest in a decade, the environment ministry is finalising a standard operating procedure (SOP) that for the first time will give forest officials clear guidelines on investigating such deaths. But tiger conservators feel it may be too little and too late.

Initiative to fight non-communicable diseases launched

December 13, 2012 at 8:12 PM

New Delhi, Dec 13 (IANS) A five-year programme to fight the rising burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in India with an initial focus on improving outcomes for people with diabetes and high blood pressure was launched here Thursday.

'Begging' dolphins likely to be hit by boats: Study

December 9, 2012 at 12:36 PM

Sydney, Dec 9 (IANS) 'Begging' dolphins that interacted with humans for food are at greater risk of getting entangled in nets or hit by boats than other dolphins, says a study.

Mediterranean diet 'not affordable by poorest anymore'

December 6, 2012 at 12:20 PM

Washington, December 6 (ANI): Mediterranean diet, which is an international star acclaimed by the scientific community as the best dietary paradigm, seems to creak under the burden of the economic crisis scaring the food trolley of millions of families worldwide, researchers say.

Can you hear me now? Americans love and hate their cellphones

December 4, 2012 at 2:04 PM

Washington, Dec 4 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Cellphones -- Americans can't seem to live without them, or even with them, according to some recent studies that looked at the growing trend of cellphone addiction in the US and the impact compulsive use has on relationships.

Global CO2 emissions set to reach record high

December 3, 2012 at 10:36 AM

Washington, December 3 (ANI): New figures from the Global Carbon Project has predicted that worldwide carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions are set to rise again this year, reaching a record high of 35.6 billion tonnes.

UAE-Pakistan aid project produces short film

December 2, 2012 at 2:03 AM

Abu Dhabi, Dec 2 (IANS/WAM) The UAE-Pakistan Assistance Project has produced a documentary film entitled "Spirit of Solidarity".

Pakistan seventh most corrupt, top-most insecure nation, reveals survey

November 29, 2012 at 2:15 PM

Islamabad, Nov. 29 (ANI): Pakistan is the seventh most corrupt and the top-most insecure nation out of a total of 97 countries, according to the Washington-based World Justice Project (WJP), which recently released its 2012 Rule of Law Index.

Russia near bottom in rule of law index 2012

November 29, 2012 at 1:27 AM

Moscow, Nov 29 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia has ended up near the bottom of the list on the Law Index 2012 released by the World Justice Project Wednesday.

Russia's new attack sub fires first cruise missile

November 26, 2012 at 8:07 PM

Moscow, Nov 26 (IANS/RIA Novosti) Russia's newest attack submarine, the Project 855 Severodvinsk, has successfully fired its first cruise missile at a land target during the manufacturer's sea trials in the White Sea.

Suffering from bad sleep epidemic? You may be victim of 'semi-somnia'

November 26, 2012 at 11:51 AM

London, November 26 (ANI): Experts including one of Indian origin are now beginning to put special focus on a newly identified sleep disorder called "semi-somnia", which is claiming growing numbers of sufferers.

Kolar should not become nuclear dumpyard: Activists

November 23, 2012 at 10:50 PM

Chennai, Nov 23 (IANS) People's Movement Against Nuclear Energy (PMANE) Friday said dumping spent nuclear fuel in Kolar gold mines could lead to disastrous health consequences.

India signs loan agreement with World Bank for USD 70 million

November 22, 2012 at 3:30 PM

New Delhi, Nov.22 (ANI): India and the World Bank have signed an agreement under which the latter will provide a loan assistance of USD 70 million as additional financing for the Karnataka Health Systems Development and Reform Project.

Robust heart can extend lifespan by 14 years

November 20, 2012 at 1:46 PM

Washington, Nov 20 (IANS) A robust heart in the middle age may help extend your lifespan by a maximum of 14 years, than peers who have two or more cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors, says a study.

Fox News, MSNBC became 'more extreme' in covering Obama, Romney as campaign ended

November 20, 2012 at 11:54 AM

Washington, Nov. 20 (ANI): Rival news channels Fox News and MSNBC became even more extreme in the coverage of President Barack Obama and presidential candidate Mitt Romney during the final days of the 2012 campaign, according to a new study.

Ashwani Kumar to inaugurate conference on equitable access to justice

November 16, 2012 at 5:30 PM

New Delhi, Nov 16 (ANI): Law and Justice Minister Dr. Ashwani Kumar will inaugurate and deliver the keynote address at a two-day international conference on "Equitable Access to Justice: Legal Aid and Legal Empowerment" here tomorrow.

Harish Rawat inaugurates water resources ministry pavilion at IITF

November 15, 2012 at 1:38 PM

New Delhi, Nov 15 (ANI): Union Water Resources Minister Harish Rawat has inaugurated the Ministry of Water Resources pavilion in the 32nd edition of India International Trade Fair (IITF) here.

Giant gap in disk around Sun-like star suggests presence of multiple planets

November 10, 2012 at 11:28 AM

Washington, November 10 (ANI): Using the High Contrast Instrument for the Subaru Next Generation Adaptive Optics (HiCIAO), a large international team of astronomers has observed and examined PDS 70, a young star about 10 million years old with a mass similar to that of the Sun.

India inducts new Russian-built stealth warship

November 9, 2012 at 9:25 PM

Moscow/New Delhi, Nov 9 (IANS) India Friday added more teeth to its navy when it inducted a new Russian-built multi-role stealth frigate, carrying the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, into its fleet, adding to its recently growing blue water capabilities.

American voters used Facebook, Twitter to encourage 'friends, followers' to pitch in for Obama, Rom

November 7, 2012 at 1:22 PM

Washington, Nov. 7 (ANI): Several users on social networking sites Facebook and Twitter had used social media to encourage or tell others to vote for President Barack Obama or Republican candidate Mitt Romney in the 2012 US presidential elections, a new study has revealed.

Keeping heart healthy could add 14 years to your life

November 6, 2012 at 11:04 AM

Washington, November 6 (ANI): People who have optimal heart health in their middle age may live up to 14 years longer, free of cardiovascular disease, than their peers who have two or more cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors.

Social media becoming important tool for political engagements in America: Report

November 4, 2012 at 3:59 PM

Washington, Nov. 4 (ANI): A recent research report from the Pew Internet and American Life Project has said 'the use of social media is becoming a feature of political and civic engagement for many Americans'.

1st map combining human genetic variation at different scales revealed

November 1, 2012 at 12:28 PM

London, November 1 (ANI): Scientists behind the 1000 Genomes Project have developed a map of normal human genetic variation - everything from tiny changes in the genetic code to major alterations in our chromosomes.

'Bad news' gene loses its punch when you hit 90s

October 26, 2012 at 3:10 PM

Washington, October 26 (ANI): A gene linked to the risk of developing Alzheimer's, heart disease and diabetes becomes less important to quality of life once people reach their 90s, a Mayo Clinic study shows.

Kylie Minogue relinquishes 'best booty crown' to Pippa Middleton

October 21, 2012 at 11:10 AM

London, October 21 (ANI): Kylie Minogue, who's peachy butt cheeks have been as famous as her voice ever since she wore her iconic gold hot pants in 2000, has finally given up her best booty crown to Pippa Middleton after comparing backsides at Buckingham Palace.

Liberal Democrats more prone to clicking Facebook 'Likes' than conservative Republicans

October 20, 2012 at 1:02 PM

Washington, Oct. 20 (ANI): Liberal Democrats in the US are more likely to hit Facebook's "Like" button than conservative Republicans, according to a new report.

Romney's 'binders full of women' comment becomes 'subject of ridicule online'

October 19, 2012 at 11:50 AM

Washington, Oct. 19 (ANI): US Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney's 'binders full of women' comment during the second presidential debate has become a political and cultural phenomenon, which was mocked by President Barack Obama and Photoshop-savvy bloggers alike.

Romney's 'binders full of women' comment branded 'yet another lie'!

October 17, 2012 at 8:43 PM

Washington, Oct. 17 (ANI): Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney raised eyebrows during the second presidential debate when he claimed that as governor of Massachusetts, he had been so dismayed at the lack of female candidates in the cabinet that he sent women's groups out to find them.

British children spend more than 100 minutes online everyday, finds study

October 17, 2012 at 11:48 AM

London, Oct. 17 (ANI): British children spend more than 100 minutes online everyday, compared to their European counterparts who spend an average time of 88 minutes, a new study has found.

Joe Kittinger says watching Baumgartner's record-breaking space jump 'was like deja vu'

October 17, 2012 at 11:32 AM

London, Oct 17 (ANI): Joe Kittinger, the man whose record Austrian skydiver Felix Baumgartner broke when he fell 24 miles to Earth, has described watching the daredevil's death-defying leap as 'deja vu'.

Rape not increasingly being used as 'weapon of war', finds new study

October 11, 2012 at 8:20 PM

Ottawa, Oct. 11 (ANI): A new Canadian study has revealed that there is no compelling evidence to support a host of widely held beliefs regarding wartime sexual violence.

US Air Force designs of supersonic flying saucer from 1950s revealed

October 8, 2012 at 11:47 AM

London, October 8 (ANI): Even though official alien existence may never have been recorded, but their supposed preferred method of transport has come close to becoming a reality - flying saucers.

No chocolate boy roles for me: Fahad Ali (With Image)

October 5, 2012 at 4:46 PM

Mumbai, Oct 5 (IANS) Fahad Ali, seen as rebellious teenager Keshav Desai (KD) in Channel V's "The Buddy Project", likes doing intense roles and says that he is fond of grey undertones in his character.

India's Sobha Developers to break ground on $3b Meydan Project in 2013

October 3, 2012 at 12:06 PM

Manama, Oct. 3 (ANI): Indian multinational real estate firm Sobha Developers have said it would start work on the three billion dollar Dubai Meydan City Project by early next year.

Indian aircraft carrier handover slips to fall 2013

October 2, 2012 at 3:06 PM

Moscow, Oct 2 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The date for handing over an Indian Navy aircraft carrier refurbished in a Russian shipyard has slipped again and is now due only in the fall of 2013, following recent sea trials which revealed problems in its boilers, Russia's United Shipbuilding Corporation said Tuesday.

Surge in US government electronic surveillance: Report

September 29, 2012 at 12:02 PM

Washington, Sep 29 (IANS/RIA Novosti) US law enforcement surveillance of emails, text messages and phone calls are at an all-time high, according to government documents obtained by the American Civil Liberties Union.

E-governance initiative to replace printers, scanners at Corporate Affairs Ministry

September 26, 2012 at 4:59 PM

New Delhi, Sep 26 (ANI): Union Corporate Affairs Minister Dr. M. Veerappa Moily on Wednesday said that the second phase of the e-governance initiative of his ministry will see gradual replacement of desktops, printers and scanners.

Pak developing non-strategic nuclear weapons, reveals U.S. think-tank

September 26, 2012 at 4:11 PM

Washington, Sept. 26 (ANI): Pakistan is developing non-strategic nuclear weapons in order to enhance its nuclear capability, which would bring it at par with countries like the U.S. and Russia, a leading American think-tank has said.

Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello voted TV's sexiest man and woman

September 24, 2012 at 4:35 PM

Washington, September 24 (ANI): Coinciding with the announcement of Emmy awards, PEOPLE.com has handed out an equally honourable award -TV's Sexiest Man and Woman.

Facebook birthday invite gone viral leads to riot in Dutch town

September 23, 2012 at 12:51 PM

Amsterdam, Sept. 23 (ANI): A birthday party invitation that went viral on Facebook ended in rioting after thousands of revellers descended on a small town in The Netherlands.

Childhood peers can predict your success as adults

September 21, 2012 at 2:27 PM

Toronto, Sep 21 (IANS) Even on the playground, our childhood peers know us better than we do ourselves and may be able to best predict our success as an adult.

Playground peers 'accurately predict adult personalities'

September 21, 2012 at 11:23 AM

Washington, September 21 (ANI): Childhood peers from grade school may be able to best predict an individual's success as an adult, researchers say.

Curiosity to stretch out its arms and touch football-size rock

September 20, 2012 at 10:03 AM

Washington, September 20 (ANI): NASA's Mars rover Curiosity has come closer to a football-size rock that will be the first for the rover's arm to examine.