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

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

UPA-II needs course correction: Praful Patel (Interview)

May 22, 2013 at 12:22 PM

New Delhi, May 22 (IANS) The UPA-II government needs course correction in the remaining year of its term, says union minister and NCP leader Praful Patel, noting that the Congress has to build alliances to improve its prospects of leading a coalition regime after the next elections.

Sunrisers beat KKR, storm into IPL play-offs

May 19, 2013 at 11:42 PM

Hyderabad, May 19 (IANS) Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Kolkata Knight Riders by five wickets to storm into the play-offs of the sixth Pepsi Indian Premier League (IPL) at the Rajiv Gandhi international stadium Sunday night.

I don't have any limitations as an actor: Pooja Gupta

May 19, 2013 at 3:58 PM

Mumbai, May 19 (IANS) Actress Pooja Gupta, who is gearing up for her next film "Shortcut Romeo", says as an actress she doesn't have any limitations.

Two sentenced for robbery bid on Indian-origin man's shop

May 18, 2013 at 1:02 PM

London, May 18 (IANS) A 19-year-old man and a 15-year-old accomplice who tried to rob a shop owned by an Indian-origin man in Britain last year have been sentenced by a court in Britain.

Chandila tried to rope in two more players: Police

May 17, 2013 at 7:50 PM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) Cricketer Ajit Chandila had approached two more Indian Premier League (IPL) players to spot fix in IPL matches after bookies asked him to do so, police sources said Friday.

Four Indian Americans charged with healthcare fraud

May 15, 2013 at 8:14 PM

Chicago, May 15 (IANS) Four Indian Americans are among 89 people charged with healthcare fraud running into about $233 million in false billing after a nationwide strike in eight cities, according to federal authorities.

IPL scoreboard: Kings XI Punjab vs Sunrisers Hyderabad

May 11, 2013 at 11:42 PM

Mohali, May 11 (IANS) The following is the scoreboard of the Indian Premier League match between Kings XI Punjab and Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Punjab Cricket Association Stadium here Saturday.

IPL: Sunrisers post 150/7

May 11, 2013 at 9:50 PM

Mohali, May 11 (IANS) Sunrisers Hyderabad managed to score 150 for seven against Kings XI Punjab in the Indian Premier League here Saturday.

Sherlyn to don seven Indian costumes at Cannes

May 11, 2013 at 12:22 PM

Mumbai, May 11 (IANS) Actress Sherlyn Chopra, set to attend the 66th Cannes International Film Festival where the second trailer of her debut film "Kamasutra 3D" will be unveiled, will wear different costumes from seven parts of India.

I-League: AIFF hopes to rope in more than two new clubs

May 10, 2013 at 8:54 PM

New Delhi, May 10 (IANS) The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is looking up to its president Praful Patel to persuade corporate houses to promote the game in the country by buying clubs to join the I-League next season.

Indian American wins US business chamber award

May 10, 2013 at 1:42 PM

New York, May 10 (IANS) An Indian American businessman has been awarded by a US business chamber as its 2013 Ambassador of the Year.

Goa mining delegation asks PM for help

May 7, 2013 at 7:44 PM

Panaji, May 7 (IANS) A delegation of Goa's mining workforce, who were in Delhi to lobby for restarting Goa's banned mining industry, Tuesday said they met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Minister for Mines Dinsha Patel in Parliament House.

Indian-origin surgeon faces re-trial in Australia

May 7, 2013 at 2:01 PM

Sydney, May 7 (IANS) Prosecutors have filed in an Australian court for a fresh trial of a former Indian origin surgeon in a hospital in that country for causing grievous bodily harm to a patient.

Join hands to combat corruption: FIFA urges federations

May 6, 2013 at 3:20 PM

New Delhi, May 6 (IANS) FIFA vice president Ali Bin Hussein Monday said that federations around the world needed to work together to get rid of corruption in football.

He is fulfilling his dream of building houses for poor

May 6, 2013 at 11:32 AM

New Delhi, May 6 (IANS) He is the brain behind several world-class and award-winning buildings that include airports and hotels in the US. Several milestones and achievements later, the dream of doing something meaningful for his home country has brought Indian American architect Harshad Patel to his roots, determined to provide low-cost houses to the country's poor.

Indian American wins awards in US varsity

May 4, 2013 at 1:48 PM

New York, May 4 (IANS) An Indian American student at a US university has won the changing entrepreneurship and outstanding teaching awards at an annual awards ceremony for co-founding a company that can detect bacteria in water.

Screen yourself from the sun, but beware of sunscreen myths

May 4, 2013 at 12:44 PM

New Delhi, May 4 (IANS) Doctors have time and again harped on the importance of using a sunscreen to protect one's skin. For many, however, choosing the right sunscreen is a tough choice, what with scores of products with various SPFs (Sun Protection Factors) flooding store shelves.

AIFF congratulates new AFC president Shaikh Salman

May 2, 2013 at 5:32 PM

New Delhi, May 2 (IANS) The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has congratulated Shaikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa who was chosen the new Asian Football Confederation (AFC) president in Kuala Lumpur Thursday.

Indian origin woman short-listed for 'best job in world'

April 30, 2013 at 7:08 PM

London, April 30 (IANS) An Indian origin woman in Britain has been shortlisted for the role of Western Australia taste master, advertised in the Australian state's tourism website as "one of the best jobs in the world".

Indian origin surgeon to stand trial in Australia

April 26, 2013 at 7:00 PM

Sydney, April 26 (IANS) An Indian origin former surgeon in an Australian hospital will stand trial in September for causing grievous bodily harm to a patient.

'Dr. Death' Patel to stand trial for grievous bodily harm of patient in 2004

April 26, 2013 at 1:32 PM

Sydney, Apr. 26 (ANI): Indian-origin surgeon Jayant Patel will stand trial in Queensland for the grievous bodily harm of a patient in 2004.

Nalco pays 15 percent interim dividend

April 25, 2013 at 4:28 PM

Bhubaneswar, April 25 (IANS) The state-run National Aluminium Company Limited (Nalco) has declared an interim dividend amounting to Rs.193.29 crore for the financial year 2012-13, which includes the Indian government share of Rs.156.68 crore.

Sehwag whirlwind gives Daredevils their maiden IPL-6 win

April 21, 2013 at 7:56 PM

New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) It took a blistering knock from Virender Sehwag to end Delhi Daredevils' six-match losing streak as they beat Mumbai Indians by nine wickets for their first win in the sixth edition of Indian Premier League (IPL) at the packed Ferozeshah Kotla here Sunday.

Jayant Patel's lawyers to poll jurors about bias in next trial

April 19, 2013 at 2:52 PM

Sydney, Apr. 19 (ANI): Indian-origin doctor Jayant Patel's lawyers will again apply to poll prospective jurors about bias in his upcoming trial.

Jayant Patel in limbo over manslaughter trial

April 19, 2013 at 11:16 AM

Sydney, Apr. 19 (ANI): Indian-origin surgeon Jayant Patel remains in limbo over whether he will be forced to stand trial for the manslaughter of two patients almost a decade ago.

JD-U, BJP spat on Modi issue continues

April 18, 2013 at 4:44 PM

Patna, April 18 (IANS) The war of words between Bihar's ruling coalition partners - the Janata Dal-United (JD-U) and the Bharatiya Janata Party - over Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi's suitability as a prime ministerial candidate continued with both sides attacking each other on the issue.

Gujarat opposes federal agency to tackle crime

April 15, 2013 at 8:04 PM

New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) The Gujarat government Monday disagreed with a major recommendation made by the Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC) on the setting up of a new federal agency to deal with federal crimes.

Gambhir, Kallis steer KKR to a comfortable victory (Intro-Roundup)

April 14, 2013 at 10:20 PM

Kolkata, April 14 (IANS) Holders Kolkata Knight Riders brought their campaign back on track, humbling Sunrisers Hyderabad by 48 runs in an Indian Premier League match at the Eden Gardens here Sunday.

Gambhir, Kallis steer KKR to a comfortable victory (Roundup)

April 14, 2013 at 8:12 PM

Kolkata, April 14 (IANS) Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders humbled Sunrisers Hyderabad by 48 runs in an Indian Premier League match at the Eden Gardens here Sunday.

Bus collides with truck in Surat, ten killed

April 14, 2013 at 10:44 AM

Surat, Apr 14 (ANI): At least ten people killed and several others got injured when the bus they were travelling in dashed into a truck-trailer near Surat last night.

IPL: Sun rises in Delhi

April 13, 2013 at 12:04 AM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Sunrisers Hyderabad added to Delhi Daredevils' woes, inflicting on them their fourth consecutive loss with a three-wicket win in an Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the Ferozeshah Kotla here Friday.

Aditya Patel to drive in GT3 series

April 12, 2013 at 3:16 PM

Bangalore, April 12 (IANS) Aditya Patel, the 24-year old from Chennai, will be driving for reigning champions MS Racing in the 2013 ADAC GT Masters series driving an Audi R8 LMS ultra car, according to a press release from the German car manufacturer here Friday.

Nautanki Saala Review: Must watch if you crave for an Intelligent Comedy

April 12, 2013 at 12:25 PM

Nautanki Saala is a must watch if you crave for an intelligent comedy, superb acting and believe in friendship. Ayushmann and Kunaal are impeccable in their roles

AIFF Open House Saturday

April 5, 2013 at 4:52 PM

New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) The All India Football Federation's second Open House meeting to secure a minimum of two football clubs for the next edition of the I-League will be held at the Ritz Carlton, DIFC, Dubai Saturday. The meeting will be chaired by AIFF president Praful Patel.

IPL 6: Mumbai Indians to challenge Royal Challengers Bangalore today

April 4, 2013 at 1:40 PM

Mumbai Indians (MI) will face Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in second game of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2013 at M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru today. The match will start at 8 pm.

Amisha Patel turns producer with 'Desi Magic'

April 3, 2013 at 5:29 PM

Bollywood actress Amisha Patel launched the first look of he upcoming movie 'Desi Magic' from which she will also make her debut in the field of production. Amisha released the first look through a live skit and dance performance along with her co-star Zayed Khan, in Mumbai.

Ameesha feels actors should innovate to avoid stagnation

April 3, 2013 at 4:36 PM

Mumbai, April 3 (IANS) Actress Ameesha Patel, who is ready with her first production "Desi Magic," says change is important for an actor or else they may stagnate.

Amisha Patel set to debut as producer with 'Desi Magic'

April 3, 2013 at 4:04 PM

New Delhi, April 3(ANI): Bollywood diva Amisha Patel recently launched the first look of her first productional venture 'Desi Magic,' through a live skit and dance performance along with her co-star Zayed Khan, in Mumbai.

My film plots are same: Danny Boyle

April 3, 2013 at 1:16 PM

Los Angeles, April 3 (IANS) Hollywood director Danny Boyle has reportedly said that his latest films like "Slumdog Millionaire", "127 Hours" and "Trance" have the same storyline about a man overcoming the impossible.

Ameesha to revisit Madhuri's 'Ek do teen'

April 3, 2013 at 11:48 AM

Mumbai, April 3 (IANS) Ameesha Patel will be seen revisiting Madhuri Dixit's hit song "Ek do teen" from "Tezaab" in her maiden production venture "Desi Magic".

England quick Tremlett named in 30-man squad for mid-year season

April 3, 2013 at 11:01 AM

Sydney, Apr 3 (ANI): England fast bowler Chris Tremlett has been named in the 30-man squad for the mid-year international season, including the back-to-back Ashes series.

Gujarat win Syed Mushtaq Ali cricket trophy

March 31, 2013 at 5:30 PM

Indore, March 31 (IANS) Gujarat lifted the 2012-13 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy after a comprehensive six-wicket win over Punjab at the Holkar Cricket Stadium here Sunday.

Five killed in Mumbai wall collapse

March 29, 2013 at 11:06 AM

Mumbai, March 29 (IANS) Five people were killed in a wall collapse triggered by an explosion in the Saki Naka area of the city's Andheri east early Friday, officials said. The cause of the blast remains unknown.

104-year-old photographer awarded for his pre-independence photos

March 28, 2013 at 8:18 PM

New Delhi, March 28 (IANS) Centenarian Pranlal Patel, who captured some beautiful pictures of the freedom struggle which also serve as a repository of social and historical values of the era, was Thursday honoured with the National Photo Awards along with two other photographers.

Hollywood film 'Million Dollar Arm' to be shot in India

March 26, 2013 at 3:30 PM

New Delhi, March 26 (IANS) Hollywood film "Million Dollar Arm", about two Indians who get to play baseball in the US thanks to agent J.B. Bernstein's unconventional recruitment strategy to lure talented cricket players, will be shot in three Indian cities.

AIFF Dubai meeting with overseas investors off

March 23, 2013 at 1:14 PM

New Delhi, March 23 (IANS) There is speculation over the reasons for the All India Football Federation (AIFF) to postpone a meeting with overseas investors, scheduled for March 31 in Dubai, by week.

'Aatma' - an 'eerie'-isistible horror drama (IANS Movie Review)

March 23, 2013 at 12:42 PM

Film: "Aatma"; Actors: Bipasha Basu, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Doyel Dhawan and Shernaz Patel; Writer-Director: Suparn Verma; Rating: ***

High-carb food immediately after birth may predispose baby to obesity later in life

March 20, 2013 at 12:57 PM

London, March 20 (ANI): An Indian origin researcher has found that consumption of foods high in carbohydrates immediately after birth programs individuals for lifelong increased weight gain and obesity, even if caloric intake is restricted in adulthood for a period of time.

'Dr. Death' Patel to stand trial for manslaughter of two other patients in Australia

March 15, 2013 at 11:18 AM

Sydney, Mar. 15 (ANI): The chief prosecutor in Queensland has said he will pursue charges that Indian-origin surgeon Jayant Patel killed two former patients almost a decade ago.

'Dr. Death' Patel cleared of manslaughter charges in patient's death

March 14, 2013 at 11:02 AM

Sydney, Mar. 14 (ANI): An Australian court has cleared Indian-origin surgeon Jayant Patel of manslaughter of an elderly patient nearly a decade ago.

Congress to fight Chhattisgarh land 'loot'

March 13, 2013 at 10:14 PM

Raipur, March 13 (IANS) The Congress Wednesday said it would fight against alleged "loot" of government land by leaders of the ruling BJP.

When Anupam Kher met Jeffrey Archer

March 11, 2013 at 9:23 PM

New Delhi, March 11 (IANS) Veteran actor Anupam Kher met English author Jeffrey Archer at the the Emirates Literature Festival in Dubai and the autor appreciated his book.

'Dr. Death' Patel's jury told to 'pay attention' to evidence while deciding Indian-origin doc's gui

March 11, 2013 at 10:51 AM

Sydney, Mar. 11 (ANI): The jury in the manslaughter trial of Indian-origin doctor Jayant Patel has been told they are duty-bound to pay attention to the evidence when deciding whether he is guilty or not guilty.

Oz jury set to close 'Dr. Death' Patel's manslaughter case

March 8, 2013 at 11:39 AM

Sydney, Mar. 8 (ANI): A jury is set to decide whether Indian-origin doctor Jayant Patel unlawfully killed his patient, as legal counsel are prepared to sum up their cases in the four-week manslaughter trial in Australia.

Vettori apologises over Patel's 'booze-soaked altercation'

March 7, 2013 at 2:04 PM

Sydney, Mar 7 (ANI): Former New Zealand cricketer Daniel Vettori has issued an apology for being involved in an alcohol-related incident which had resulted in an injury to his international teammate Jeetan Patel.

'Dr. Death' Jayant Patel 'correctly diagnosed patient'

March 4, 2013 at 10:27 AM

Sydney, Mar 4 (ANI): Indian-origin doctor in Australia, Jayant Patel, correctly diagnosed the cause of bleeding in a patient who died after surgery, a court has heard.

'Dr. Death' Jayant Patel defends 'urgent, essential' surgery on elderly patient

February 27, 2013 at 5:15 PM

Sydney, Feb 27 (ANI): Former Indian-origin surgeon in Australia, Dr. Jayant Patel, who has been accused of manslaughter, has said that he believed an allegedly fatal and unnecessary operation on an elderly patient was essential to prevent him bleeding to death.

Munaf Patel picked in West Zone squad for Deodhar Trophy

February 21, 2013 at 7:54 PM

Mumbai, Feb 21 (IANS) Medium-pacer Munaf Patel will represent West Zone in the Deodhar Trophy inter-zonal one-day tournament scheduled in Guwahati March 10-13.

I approached 'Silver Linings Playbook' as newcomer: Anupam Kher

February 21, 2013 at 4:10 PM

Mumbai, Feb 21 (IANS) Veteran actor Anupam Kher, who has been part of more than 450 films in a three-decade career, says he approached his Hollywood film "Silver Linings Playbook" as a newcomer.

Freida Pinto and Dev Patel can't keep their hands or eyes off each other

February 21, 2013 at 12:09 PM

London, Feb. 21 (ANI): Freida Pinto and Dev Patel showed that their love certainly hasn't fizzled out even after four years, as they put on a lovely display of affection while attending a Vanity Fair event on Tuesday evening.

Sports Code should be approved by Parliament: Patel

February 14, 2013 at 7:05 PM

New Delhi, Feb 14 (IANS) All India Football Federation President Praful Patel Thursday said if the sport ministry wants to implement the controversial Sports Code then it must be approved by Parliament.

AIFF, sports ministry hope to satisfy FIFA queries

February 14, 2013 at 4:57 PM

New Delhi, Feb 14 (IANS) All India Football Federation (AIFF) president Praful Patel said Wednesday that he was in talks with the government and hoped to get assurances that would satisfy world body FIFA in granting the hosting rights of the 2017 U-17 World Cup to India.

Praful Patel hopes guilty will be punished in copter scam

February 14, 2013 at 1:53 PM

New Delhi, Feb. 14 (ANI): Amid the ongoing war of words between the government and the opposition over the AgustaWestland copter scam, Union Heavy Industries Minister Praful Patel on Thursday said Defence Minister A.K. Antony has already ordered a CBI probe in the matter and the guilty will be punished.

'Race 2' joins Rs. 100 crore club

February 8, 2013 at 7:47 PM

New Delhi, Feb 8 (IANS) Filmmaker Abbas-Mustan's action thriller "Race 2" has become the first film of the year to enter Rs.100 crore club by grossing Rs.100.45 crore.

'Dr Death' Jayant Patel's manslaughter trial begins in Brisbane SC

February 8, 2013 at 12:35 PM

Sydney, Feb. 8 (ANI): Indian-origin surgeon Jayant Patel's manslaughter trial has opened in the Brisbane Supreme Court.

Prospective jurors in 'Dr. Death' Patel's manslaughter case scrutinized ahead of trial

February 6, 2013 at 11:47 AM

Sydney, Feb. 6 (ANI): The prolonged process of empanelling Indian-origin doctor Jayant Patel's jury has begun in the Brisbane Supreme Court, with eight prospective jurors discharged in the early stages of selection on Wednesday.

'Dr Death' Patel's trial jurors to be 'polled' for bias

February 4, 2013 at 1:58 PM

Sydney, Feb. 4 (ANI): The jurors in the manslaughter trial of Indian-origin doctor Jayant Patel will be 'polled' by lawyers to see if they are biased.

Jacqueline thrilled at response to 'Race 2'

January 31, 2013 at 2:38 PM

Mumbai, Jan 31 (IANS) Actress Jacqueline Fernandez is thrilled with the box office collections of her latest film "Race 2".

'Dr Death' Patel's defence counsel may 'poll' prospective jury ahead of empanelment

January 31, 2013 at 12:22 PM

Sydney, Jan 31 (ANI): Indian-origin doctor Jayant Patel's manslaughter trial will proceed as scheduled next week, but a prospective jury may first be 'polled' by the former surgeon's defence counsel before they can be empanelled, a report has said.

EU rules have cost Britain 700 mn pounds: Indian-origin MP

January 28, 2013 at 8:08 PM

London, Jan 28 (IANS) Unnecessary regulations from the European Union (EU) have cost British businesses and taxpayers nearly 700 million pounds since 2010, Indian-origin Conservative lawmaker Priti Patel has said.

'Race 2' collects Rs.51.35 crore over first weekend

January 28, 2013 at 1:44 PM

New Delhi, Jan 28 (IANS) Abbas-Mustan's "Race 2" might have opened to mixed reviews, but the film seems to be minting money at the box office. The action thriller has managed to earn Rs.51.35 crore in its opening weekend.

Anupam Kher to attend Screen Actors Guild Award

January 27, 2013 at 3:44 PM

Mumbai, Jan 27 (IANS) Actor Anupam Kher, who plays Doctor Patel in David O Russell's "Silver Linings Playbook" (SLP), is in Los Angeles to attend the 19th Annual Screen Actors Guild Award (SAG) Sunday.

4000 take part in Sabarmati Cyclothon for environmental awareness

January 27, 2013 at 3:36 PM

Ahmedabad, Jan.27 (ANI): Thousands of people participated in the Sabarmati Cyclothon on Sunday, which was held to spread environmental awareness.

Scoreboard of India's innings against England

January 27, 2013 at 1:28 PM

Dharamsala, Jan 27 (IANS) The following is the scoreboard of India's innings against England in the fifth and final One-Day International (ODI) at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium here Sunday:

'Desi Magic' my toughest role: Ameesha

January 25, 2013 at 11:52 AM

Mumbai, Jan 25 (IANS) Actress Ameesha Patel will be seen in a double role for the first time in "Desi Magic", and admits it is one of her toughest roles.

Bresnan, Kieswetter left out of England's limited overs squad for NZ series

January 25, 2013 at 11:20 AM

London, Jan 25(ANI): Selectors have named the England squads for their one-day, Test and Twenty20 series against New Zealand with injured Tim Bresnan and out of form wicket keeper Craig Kieswetter noteworthy names to miss the touring party.

India vs England: Fourth ODI scoreboard

January 23, 2013 at 8:24 PM

Mohali, Jan 23 (IANS) Following is the scoreboard of the fourth One-Day International (ODI) between India and England at the PCA Stadium here Wednesday:

AIFF president meets Blatter for U-17 World Cup

January 23, 2013 at 6:32 PM

Zurich, Jan 23 (IANS) All India Football Federation (AIFF) president Praful Patel Wednesday met FIFA president Joseph Blatter to discuss issues relating to guarantees from the Indian government required by the apex soccer body regarding hosting of the U-17 football World Cup in 2017.

Scoreboard of England's innings against India

January 23, 2013 at 4:00 PM

Mohali, Jan 23 (IANS) The following is the scoreboard of England's innings against India in the fourth ODI at the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) Stadium here Wednesday:

Scoreboard: India vs England, 3rd ODI

January 19, 2013 at 6:17 PM

Ranchi, Jan 19 (IANS) Scoreboard of the third ODI between India and England at the JSCA International Stadium here Saturday.

Scoreboard of England's innings against India

January 19, 2013 at 3:37 PM

Ranchi, Jan 19 (IANS) Scoreboard of England's innings against India in the third ODI at the HEC International Cricket Stadium here Saturday.

India elect to field first

January 19, 2013 at 12:41 PM

Ranchi, Jan 19 (IANS) India elected to field first in the third One-Day International (ODI) against England here at the newly built JSCA International Stadium Saturday.

Brisbane SC judge upholds 'Dr Death' Jayant Patel's application

January 18, 2013 at 11:13 AM

Sydney, Jan. 18 (ANI): Brisbane Supreme Court Justice has upheld an application by Indian-origin surgeon Dr. Jayant Patel for legal particulars relied on by the Crown to be struck out ahead of a manslaughter trial that will begin in February.

BHEL to be categorised as Maharatna

January 17, 2013 at 11:45 AM

Chennai, Jan 17 (IANS) Asian power equipment major Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd (BHEL) will be accorded Maharatna status with the Committee of Secretaries clearing the proposal, Heavy Industries Minister Praful Patel Wednesday.

1,500 foreigners held illegally: Indian-origin MP

January 16, 2013 at 5:54 PM

London, Jan 16 (IANS) Britain is keeping 1,500 foreign criminals in jail beyond the term of their sentence while they fight deportation, Indian-origin MP Priti Patel has said.

Gujarat seeks full Central assistance for irrigation benefit for Narmada project

January 16, 2013 at 1:53 PM

New Delhi, Jan.16 (ANI): Gujarat Finance Minister Nitinbhai Patel today urged the Central Government to extend 90 percent assistance for the Desert Development programme (DDP) areas at par with Drought prone Area Programme (DPAP) areas, for all projects under the Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme (AIBP).

Smitten Dev Patel gazes adoringly at Freida Pinto at BAFTA event

January 14, 2013 at 2:09 PM

London, Jan 14 (ANI): Dev Patel was spotted staring at Frieda Pinto with adoration on the red carpet in LA.

Samit Patel says 'improved' England has finally broken Indian hoodoo

January 14, 2013 at 11:05 AM

London, Jan 14(ANI): England all rounder Samit Patel has said the team has worked hard to improve and end their one-day losing streak against India on their home turf.

Neil Nitin Mukesh in 'Dussehra'

January 12, 2013 at 7:05 PM

Mumbai, Jan 12 (IANS) Neil Nitin Mukesh will be seen in Manish Vatsalya's next directorial venture "Dussehra", a politics-based movie.

'Dr Death' Jayant Patel's lawyers race to tie up loose ends before next month's trial

January 11, 2013 at 2:49 PM

Sydney, Jan. 11 (ANI): Lawyers in the case of Indian-origin surgeon Dr. Jayant Patel, accused of the man slaughter of three patients in Australia, are in 'a race against time to tie up all legal loose ends' before his trial next month.

Eight Oscar nominations for 'Silver...', Anupam feels rewarded

January 10, 2013 at 8:34 PM

Mumbai, Jan 10 (IANS) Indian actor Anupam Kher, who features in the cast of Hollywood movie "Silver Linings Playbook", is ecstatic after the romantic-comedy bagged eight nominations at the 85th Academy Awards. He says "this is the biggest moment of my life".

Girl set on fire after failed rape attempt, is critical

January 7, 2013 at 12:31 PM

Lucknow, Jan 7 (IANS) A 16-year-old in Uttar Pradesh's Allahabad town is battling for life with 70 percent burns after she was set on fire allegedly by her neighbour who attempted to rape her. When she fought off his attempts, he returned with his parents and doused her with kerosene, police said Monday.

India A vs England XI scoreboard

January 6, 2013 at 5:51 PM

New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) The following is the scoreboard of the practice cricket match between India A and England XI at the Palam A Ground, Model Sports Complex here Sunday:

4,000 foreign criminals roaming in Britain: Indian-origin MP

January 3, 2013 at 5:19 PM

London, Jan 3 (IANS) As many as 3,980 criminals of foreign origin, who should have been sent back to their own countries, were freely roaming the streets of Britain, according to a parliamentary answer to Indian-origin MP Priti Patel's question.

Urjit Patel named RBI deputy governor

January 2, 2013 at 8:15 PM

New Delhi, Jan 2 (IANS) Economist Urjit Patel will be new deputy governor at the Reserve Bank of India, Financial Services Secretary D.K. Mittal said Wednesday.

Congress downplays Praful Patel's praise for Modi

December 28, 2012 at 7:49 PM

New Delhi, Dec 28 (ANI): The Congress Party on Friday played down its ally, the Nationalist Congress Party's (NCP) praise for Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi and an indirect demand for a review of the reasons for the electoral loss in that state.

Praful Patel praises Modi for winning Gujarat polls

December 28, 2012 at 7:33 PM

Mumbai, Dec 28 (IANS) Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Praful Patel Friday praised Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi for the BJP's victory in the state assembly elections.

India win toss, choose to bat in Ahmedabad Twenty20

December 28, 2012 at 6:53 PM

Ahmedabad, Dec.28 (ANI): India on Friday won the toss and elected to bat against Pakistan in the second and final Twenty20 match that is being played at the Sardar Patel Gujarat Stadium in Motera near here.

Modi takes charge of Gujarat again - for fourth term (Third Lead)

December 26, 2012 at 3:17 PM

Ahmedabad, Dec 26 (IANS) Cheered by hundreds of thousands, Narendra Modi Wednesday took oath as Gujarat's chief minister for the fourth time, after leading the BJP to a sweeping win in assembly elections.