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

South Asians rely on informal money transfers: Gallup

May 25, 2013 at 10:14 AM

Washington, May 25 (IANS) Nearly six in ten adults in the South Asian region and Indonesia sent or received a payment or remittance in 2012 with a majority doing so informally, according to a new Gallup study.

Bollywood spot boy arrested for IPL spot fixing (Third Lead)

May 24, 2013 at 8:23 PM

Hyderabad/New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) A spot boy in Bollywood movies was Friday arrested from Hyderabad for the Indian Premier League (IPL) spot fixing scandal, Delhi Police sources said.

Whatmore 'not concerned' by Pak failure to win Tests

May 24, 2013 at 10:06 AM

Karachi, May 24 (ANI): Playing down Pakistan's inability to win any Test matches since he took over, coach Dav Whatmore has said that losing four Tests out of six in the last 12 months was 'not a concern'.

China hasn't used Pakistan against India: Daily

May 23, 2013 at 4:06 PM

Beijing, May 23 (IANS) China has played a positive role in the continuous easing of the relationship between India and Pakistan, said a state-run daily which added, "China has not played balancing strategy, using one country against the other."

Ryan Harris ready for Ashes comeback after Achilles injury

May 22, 2013 at 5:02 PM

Sydney, May 22 (ANI): Following his recovery from an Achilles heel injury, South Australian pacer Ryan Harris says he is keen to make a comeback to be in contention for the Ashes campaign this summer in England.

China to consolidate Pakistan ties: Li

May 22, 2013 at 4:14 PM

Islamabad, May 22 (IANS) China would firmly consolidate and develop ties with Pakistan "no matter how the international and regional situation changes", said Chinese Premier Li Keqiang who arrived here Wednesday on an official visit to Pakistan.

245 South Koreans have paper companies

May 22, 2013 at 12:38 PM

Seoul, May 22 (IANS) A total of 245 South Koreans were confirmed to have established paper companies in safe havens in a bid to avoid tax payment, an independent South Korean media said Wednesday.

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.

Delhi records season's hottest day, no respite ahead

May 21, 2013 at 7:34 PM

New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) With the maximum temperature settling five notches above average at 45.1 degrees Celsius, Delhi recorded the season's hottest day Tuesday and also the hottest May 21 in the last five years. The Met office has forecast hotter days in store.

Spain not yet on Brazil's level: Iniesta

May 21, 2013 at 2:39 PM

Rio de Janeiro, May 21 (IANS) Andres Iniesta says Spain cannot yet claim to be on the same pedestal as Brazil in football's international hierarchy.

India, China trade imbalance to grow: Chinese experts

May 21, 2013 at 11:50 AM

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

Paraguay becomes South America's used car paradise

May 21, 2013 at 10:30 AM

Asuncion, May 21 (IANS/EFE) Paraguay has become the main destination in South America for used cars from Japan, the US and other countries, thanks to new regulations aimed at making it easier to import automobiles so low-income consumers can purchase vehicles.

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.

Sunrisers beat Knight Riders by 5 wickets, qualify for playoffs,

May 19, 2013 at 11:34 PM

Hyderabad, May 19 (IANS) Sunrisers Hyderabad qualified for the playoffs courtesy a five-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders in an Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium here Sunday.

South African president not involved in Gupta jet scandal: Minister

May 19, 2013 at 10:38 PM

Pretoria, May 19 (IANS) South African President Jacob Zuma was not involved in a wedding scandal in which a private plane of the affluent and well-connected Indian Gupta family landed at a sensitive military airbase, an investigation revealed on Sunday, reported Xinhua.

Kenyans Oloitiptip, Cherono win World 10K Bangalore

May 19, 2013 at 6:06 PM

Bangalore, May 19 (IANS) Kenyans Alex Oloitiptip and Gladys Cherono ran brave races in contrasting weather conditions to win the overall men's and women's titles, respectively, in the World 10K Bangalore 2013 here Sunday.

UN chief urges DPRK to return to negotiating table

May 19, 2013 at 5:10 PM

Moscow, May 19 (Xinhua-ANI): UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Sunday urged the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) to return to the negotiating table with international mediators.

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.

Former Real Madrid forward Baptista eyes Brazil return

May 18, 2013 at 1:10 PM

Rio de Janeiro, May 18 (IANS) Former Real Madrid and Brazil international forward Julio Baptista revealed that he is considering a return to Brazilian football.

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.

South Africa not imposing export taxes on coal: Diplomat

May 17, 2013 at 4:30 PM

Kolkata, May 17 (IANS) South Africa could account for the bulk of the coal India may need as it is not currently mulling any export taxes on the commodity.

Tirath calls for re-doubling IBSA efforts to increase women's participation in socio-eco development

May 16, 2013 at 3:50 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (ANI): Women and Child Development Minister Krishna Tirath on Thursday called for re-doubling India, Brazil and South Africa (IBSA) efforts to increase women's participation in socio-eco development in these countries.

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.

Tijuana progress to Libertadores' last eight

May 15, 2013 at 4:38 PM

Sao Paulo, May 15 (IANS) Tijuana progressed to the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores with a 2-1 victory over Palmeiras at the Pacaembu stadium.

Kava plant holds promise against anxiety

May 14, 2013 at 3:02 PM

Melbourne, May 13 (ANI): Australian scientists believe that the South Pacific kava plant could be an effective and safe treatment for anxiety.

Coach Santana sacked by Bahia

May 14, 2013 at 11:50 AM

Rio de Janeiro, May 14 (IANS) Former South Africa national coach Joel Santana has been sacked by Brazilian top-flight football club Bahia.

Miller owes his success to Klusener

May 12, 2013 at 5:02 PM

Mohali, May 12 (IANS) Kings XI star batsman David Miller credited his success in the Indian Premier League (IPL) to former South African all-rounder Lance Klusener.

IPL: Bowling bails Hyderabad out again (Roundup)

May 11, 2013 at 11:42 PM

Mohali, May 11 (IANS) Sunrisers Hyderabad cruised to an away win against Kings XI Punjab in the India Premier League here Saturday, keeping them in the hunt for a play-off spot.

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.

De Villiers wary of Gayle factor in Champions Trophy

May 11, 2013 at 12:54 PM

Dubai, May 11 (IANS/CMC) South African captain AB de Villiers has named West Indies opener Chris Gayle among the players to look out for in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy.

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.

Sanz says he still gets stage fright after 25 years

May 11, 2013 at 10:06 AM

Miami, May 11 (IANS/EFE) Spanish singer-songwriter Alejandro Sanz says he still suffers from stage fright even after 25 years in the music business.

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.

'Shortcut Romeo' director wants Salman as superhero

May 10, 2013 at 6:38 PM

Mumbai, May 10 (IANS) "Shortcut Romeo" director Susi Ganeshan is already working on his next project, a 3D superhero action film and wants to cast superstar Salman Khan for the lead role.

Cummins to link-up with Australia A

May 10, 2013 at 4:14 PM

Melbourne, May 10 (IANS) Cricket Australia (CA) Friday announced that fast bowler Pat Cummins will travel with the Australia A squad on the tour of the British Isles as part of his ongoing rehabilitation programme.

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.

South Korea's import prices edge up

May 10, 2013 at 1:02 PM

Seoul, May 10 (IANS) South Korea's import prices edged up last month as the depreciation of the South Korean currency offset the effect from lower crude oil prices, central bank data showed Friday.

South Korea cuts interest rates

May 9, 2013 at 12:32 PM

Seoul, May 9 (IANS) South Korea's central bank cut its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 2.5 percent Thursday, altering the base rate for the first time in seven months.

Lyon turns to Clarke for tips to retain Ashes spot

May 9, 2013 at 11:04 AM

Sydney, May 9 (ANI): Australian off-spinner Nathan Lyon has reportedly consulted captain Michael Clarke about what he needs to do to retain his place in the Test side for the back-to-back Ashes campaign against England

Indian-origin mayor in South Africa faces racist slur

May 8, 2013 at 5:20 PM

Durban, May 8 (IANS) The Indian-origin mayor of a South African town has said that he would claim damages from an officer for subjecting him to a racism slur.

Korean lensman promotes colourful rural India

May 8, 2013 at 8:48 AM

Seoul, May 8 (IANS) A colourful perspective of rural India, as captured by South Korean photographer Jo Jeol Kyu, has been put on display here at the Indian Cultural Centre.

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.

South Africa-CAR World Cup qualifier moved to Cameroon

May 7, 2013 at 11:28 AM

Johannesburg, May 7 (IANS) The political instability in the Central African Republic (CAR) has forced world soccer governing body FIFA to move a 2014 World Cup qualifying match between CAR and South Africa to Cameroon.

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.

Zimbabwe beckons Indian drug firms

May 5, 2013 at 12:44 PM

New Delhi, May 5 (IANS) Zimbabwe wants Indian firms supplying it generic medicines to produce the drugs locally so that its pharmaceutical sector could grow, the country's helath minister, Henry Madzorera, has said.

Democrat wants Nikki Haley to be sent back to 'wherever the hell she came from'

May 5, 2013 at 10:44 AM

London, May 5 (ANI): South Carolina Democratic Chairman Dick Harpootlian has defended controversial comments he made about Governor Nikki Haley.

Pak batsman Asad Shafiq aiming for 'lengthy' innings in Champions Trophy

May 5, 2013 at 10:44 AM

Karachi, May 5 (ANI): Pakistani batsman Asad Shafiq has said that he is aiming to play long and substantial innings in England during the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy,

'Warne clone' Zampa says 'no intention' of being next Shane Warne

May 5, 2013 at 10:04 AM

Sydney, May 5 (ANI): Young Australian leg-spinner Adam Zampa, often touted as a clone of spin legend Shane Warne, has said that he has no intention of being the next Warne, following his shift from the domestic New South Wales (NSW) side to the South Australia team.

Guptas' plane broke five laws in South African landing

May 4, 2013 at 9:08 PM

Durban, May 4 (IANS) The chartered plane carrying guests for a wedding in an influential Indian-origin family broke at least five regulations and laws as soon as it landed on an air force base in South Africa Tuesday.

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.

Duminy eager to repay Proteas management faith following Champions Trophy pick

May 4, 2013 at 10:52 AM

Johannesburg, May 4 (ANI): South African cricketer JP Duminy has expressed his happiness after being named in the squad for the ICC Champions Trophy, adding that he is eager to repay the Proteas team management for the faith they have shown in him.

Running at night latest fitness craze

May 3, 2013 at 1:00 PM

Sydney, May 3 (ANI): Based on a new fitness trend sweeping the UK, the latest running craze is all about one thing - darkness.

UN report calls for moratorium on 'killer robots'

May 3, 2013 at 11:40 AM

Washington, May 3 (ANI): A United Nations report has said that killer robots that can attack targets without any human input "should not have the power of life and death over human beings".

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.

Blandi leads Boca to 1-0 victory over Corinthians

May 2, 2013 at 2:20 PM

Buenos Aires, May 2 (IANS) Nicolas Blandi scored a second-half winner as Boca Juniors defeated defending champions Corinthians 1-0 in their Copa Libertadores round of 16 first leg.

SAFA calls for independent probe into match-fixing scandal

May 1, 2013 at 7:24 PM

Cape Town, May 1 (IANS) The South African Football Association (SAFA) has called for an independent probe into claims that it was involved in match-fixing schemes before the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Coulter-Nile and Mitchell Marsh new faces in Oz CT squad

May 1, 2013 at 5:40 PM

Melbourne, May 1 (IANS) Australia have named their 15-man squad for this year's ICC Champions Trophy to be held in England and Wales from June 6 to 23.

Proteas media backs 'inactive' Duminy for place in Champions Trophy squad

May 1, 2013 at 10:36 AM

Johannesburg, May 1 (ANI): South African cricketer has reportedly been added to the squad for the ICC Champions Trophy, which will end his six months of inactivity.

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".

Dinosaurs' predecessors gain ground in wake of Earth's largest extinction

April 30, 2013 at 1:48 PM

Washington, April 30 (ANI): Many scientists believe that predecessors to dinosaurs missed the race to fill habitats emptied when nine out of 10 species disappeared during Earth's largest mass extinction 252 million years ago.

South Korea's industrial output reduces

April 30, 2013 at 1:08 PM

Seoul, April 30 (IANS) South Korea's industrial output reduced last month as external uncertainties such as slow growth in major economies weighed on the export-driven economy, a government report showed Tuesday.

New Zealand, Australia defense ministers meet ahead of Pacific defense talks

April 30, 2013 at 11:24 AM

Beijing, Apr. 30 (Xinhua-ANI): The defense ministers of New Zealand and Australia met in Auckland Tuesday for bilateral talks ahead of the first-ever region-wide defense talks in Tonga.

Ex-Oz coach Woodhill to mentor Pak batsmen ahead of Champions Trophy

April 30, 2013 at 10:28 AM

Sydney, Apr 30 (ANI): Former Australian coach Trent Woodhill has been appointed as the batting coach for Pakistan's national cricket team to help solve their perennial batting problems during June's ICC Champions Trophy in England.

Mid-level reshuffle in Delhi Police

April 29, 2013 at 10:36 PM

New Delhi, April 29 (IANS) The deputy commissioner of police of east Delhi, where the rape of a five-year-old girl took place, was transferred Monday during a mid-level reshuffle in Delhi Police, an official said.

India to host sixth IBSA Summit

April 29, 2013 at 9:08 PM

New Delhi, Apr. 29 (ANI): India is hosting the sixth IBSA (India, Brazil and South Africa) Summit in New Delhi on June 6.

African queen of Ndebele music enchants

April 29, 2013 at 11:56 AM

New Delhi, April 29 (IANS) The colours and sounds of Africa came alive here last week through the mesmerising music of Peki Emelia Nothembia Mkhwebane, known as the African queen of Ndebele music.

South Korea's current account surplus almost doubles

April 29, 2013 at 11:40 AM

Seoul, April 29 (IANS) South Korea's current account surplus almost doubled in March, compared to February, thanks to robust exports of IT products such as smartphones and semiconductors, central bank data showed Monday.

20 armed robbers attack South African casino

April 28, 2013 at 5:24 PM

Johannesburg, April 28 (IANS) About 20 armed robbers Sunday attacked a famous casino in South Africa, but the attempt failed following a shootout with police that left three people wounded, a media report said.

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.

Japan refuses to endorse statement against use of nuclear weapons

April 26, 2013 at 1:32 PM

Tokyo, Apr. 26 (ANI): Japan has declined to back a joint statement against the use of nuclear weapons at a preparatory committee for the next Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty review meeting.

'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.

Pietersen targeting Ashes return despite 'still hurting' knee injury

April 26, 2013 at 9:48 AM

London, Apr 26 (ANI): Star England batsman Kevin Pietersen has said that he is targeting returning to the team in time for the back-to-back Ashes series, although he admitted that his current injury is still hurting him a lot.

Australian state gives grant for hearing impaired in India

April 25, 2013 at 11:16 PM

New Delhi, April 25 (IANS) An Australian state has announced a grant of over $100,000 to a Mumbai-based charitable center engaged in rehabilitating hearing impaired children in India, officials said Thursday

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.

South Korea's economic growth accelerates

April 25, 2013 at 2:12 PM

Seoul, April 25 (IANS) South Korea's economic growth accelerated to a two-year high in the first quarter, breaching market estimates, as brisk exports offset a reduction in private consumption, central bank data showed Thursday.

South Korea's GDP growth accelerates

April 25, 2013 at 12:36 PM

Seoul, April 25 (IANS) South Korea's gross domestic product (GDP) growth accelerated to 0.9 percent in the first quarter from three months earlier on the back of brisk exports that offset a reduction in private consumption, central bank data showed Thursday.

NSW technology improving lives of hearing impaired children in India

April 24, 2013 at 4:04 PM

New Delhi, April 24 (ANI): The Deputy Premier of New South Wales, Andrew Stoner, was in Mumbai on Thursday (April 18) to announce a New South Wales Government grant of 110,000 Australian dollars for the Aural Education for the Hearing Impaired (AURED) centre.

'Towering' Irfan thanks Akram for help in 'retuning' bowling action according to height

April 23, 2013 at 10:04 AM

Johannesburg, Apr 23 (ANI): Towering Pakistani fast bowler Mohammad Irfan has praised pace legend Wasim Akram, saying that coaching from Akram was helping him rearrange his action to get the best from his giant frame.

Flydubai makes maiden flight to South Sudan

April 23, 2013 at 1:16 AM

Dubai, April 23 (IANS/WAM) Flydubai, Dubai's innovative low-cost airline, has made its maiden flight to Juba, capital of South Sudan.

South Africa needs more trade with other BRICS members

April 22, 2013 at 7:56 PM

Johannesburg, April 22 (IANS) More trade with other BRICS countries will help South Africa recover from the global economic crisis, the South African Reserve Bank said in a statement, reported Xinhua.

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.

Corinthians wary of Boca Juniors threat

April 21, 2013 at 4:36 PM

Sao Paulo, April 21 (IANS) Corinthians defender Paulo Andre says his team's Copa Libertadores round of 16 clash against Boca Juniors next month will carry as much pressure as last year's final between the two clubs.

Prince Harry to race to South Pole for Charity

April 21, 2013 at 3:40 PM

Washington, April 21(ANI): Prince Harry would reportedly ski to the South Pole for a charity to help wounded servicemen and their families.

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.

Gul ruled out of Champions Trophy with knee injury

April 19, 2013 at 10:04 AM

Islamabad, Apr 19 (ANI): In a major disappointment to Pakistan, pace star Umar Gul has been ruled out of the 30-man squad for the ICC Champions Trophy with a knee injury that will keep him out of action for up to 12 weeks.

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.

N.Korea lays out conditions for negotiations amid tensions on Korean Peninsula

April 18, 2013 at 1:16 PM

Pyongyang (North Korea), April 18 (Xinhua-ANI):The National Defense Commission of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) on Thursday listed conditions for resuming talks with Washington and Seoul amid festering tensions on the Korean Peninsula.

Historic psalm book could fetch $30m at NY auction

April 18, 2013 at 12:20 PM

Washington, April 18 (ANI): A rare psalm book from 1640 is tipped to fetch between 15 million dollars to 30 million dollars at an auction in New York.

No plans for Pistorius to compete abroad, says agent

April 18, 2013 at 10:04 AM

Johannesburg, Apr 18 (ANI): Paralympic star Oscar Pistorius, accused of murdering his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp, has no plans to return to international athletics following a snub from the organisers of the London Anniversary Games, according to his agent.

Taiwan probes Samsung for paying students to write 'anti-HTC' comments

April 17, 2013 at 1:48 PM

London, Apr 17 (ANI): South Korean mobile maker Samsung is facing probe by Taiwanese authorities over claims it paid students to post malicious online comments about rival phone-maker HTC.

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.

Not many global parallels to India's development aid: Mathai

April 15, 2013 at 7:24 PM

New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) India's varied contribution to developing countries in Africa and elsewhere, including helping in capacity building and providing over 150 concessional lines of credit totalling over $9.5 billion, does not have many parallels in traditional North-South cooperation, Foreign Secretary Ranjan Mathai said here Monday.

North Korea ready to launch missiles: S.Korean defense minister

April 15, 2013 at 12:52 PM

Seoul, April 15 (Xinhua-ANI): South Korea's defense chief said Monday that the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) is seen ready to launch missiles, but he noted that there are no signs of a full-scale war.

Stuttgart win, Frankfurt lose in Bundesliga

April 15, 2013 at 12:20 PM

Berlin, April 15 (IANS) Stuttgart wrapped up their first win in 2013 on home soil as they overcame Monchengladbach 2-0 while relegation-threatened Augsburg upset Frankfurt 2-0 thanks to the brace by Dong Won Ji to close the 29th round of German Bundesliga.