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

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

NASA detects faulty wheel in Kepler telescope

May 16, 2013 at 3:26 PM

London, May 16 (ANI): The planet-hunting space telescope Kepler has been hobbled by a broken wheel, NASA scientists have revealed.

Giro d'Italia cycling race to be flagged off from Naples

May 3, 2013 at 7:08 PM

Rome, May 3 (IANS) The 96th edition of the Giro d'Italia cycling race will start with a 130-km stage in Naples Saturday and end May 16 in Brescia.

Gatting appointed MCC president

May 2, 2013 at 5:00 PM

London, May 2 (IANS) Former England skipper Mike Gatting has been appointed the next president of the historic Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC). He will take office Oct 1, 2013.

'US country singer' George Jones dies at 81

April 27, 2013 at 12:28 PM

London, April 27 (ANI): American country singer George Jones, who had a string of number one songs between the 1950s and 1990s, died on Friday. He was 81.

Massive explosion at fertilizer plant in Texas kills 70

April 18, 2013 at 10:52 AM

Sydney, Apr. 18 (ANI): Nearly 70 people are reportedly dead and hundreds other injured after an explosion occurred at a fertilizer plant in Texas that forced an entire town to be evacuated.

Kirani James records world leading time in season opener

April 16, 2013 at 1:16 PM

Nassau (Bahamas), April 16 (IANS/CMC) World and Olympic 400 metres champion Kirani James registered a world leading time of 44.72 seconds as he launched his 2013 campaign at the inaugural Chris Brown Bahamas Invitational here over the weekend.

People hate VIP security cars impacting their lives: SC

April 3, 2013 at 10:20 PM

New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) People hate red lights, the Supreme Court said Wednesday, hoping that some day they will be spared of the VIP escort cars, except that of constitutional functionaries, passing by them with their sirens blaring.

'Kanaa Paadam' set to hit box office (Malayalam Movie Snippets)

March 16, 2013 at 6:46 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, March 16 (IANS) Debutant director Ameen Jowhar's "Kanaa Paadam", is set to soon hit the screens.

436 deaths recorded during clinical trials last year

March 12, 2013 at 5:02 PM

New Delhi, March 12 (IANS) A total of 436 deaths were recorded during clinical trials in India in 2012, parliament was told Tuesday.

Madge's ex-boyfriend and producer Mark Kamins dies at 57

February 17, 2013 at 4:49 PM

Washington, February 17 (ANI): DJ and producer Mark Kamins, who dated and discovered Madonna before she signed a record deal, has died. He was 57.

Gambhir out, Harbhajan in for first two Tests

February 10, 2013 at 2:51 PM

Mumbai, Feb 10 (IANS) Opening batsman Gautam Gambhir has been dropped while off-spinner Harbhajan Singh makes a comeback in the India squad for the first two of the four-match Test series against Australia starting Feb 22.

Always nice to get match practice before big series: Tendulkar

February 9, 2013 at 9:31 PM

Mumbai, Feb 9 (IANS) India's batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar said Saturday that the century in the Irani Cup will stand in good stead for him ahead of the big series against Australia.

Irani Cup: Rayudu century puts Rest of India in command

February 9, 2013 at 8:35 PM

Mumbai, Feb 9 (IANS) A fine unbeaten century by Ambati Rayudu helped Rest of India gain command over Ranji Trophy champions Mumbai after the fourth day's play of the Irani Cup match at the Wankhede Stadium here SUnday.

Irani Cup scoreboard - Day Four

February 9, 2013 at 6:11 PM

Mumbai, Feb 9 (IANS) The following is the scoreboard on the fourth day of the Irani Cup tie between Mumbai and the Rest of India at the Wankhede Stadium here Saturday:.

Irani Cup: Advantage Rest of India despite Tendulkar's feat

February 8, 2013 at 7:07 PM

Mumbai, Feb 8 (IANS) Batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar's record-equalling 81st First Class century was not enough for Mumbai as Rest of India (RoI) bowled out the hosts, taking the significant first innings lead on the third day of the Irani Cup at the Wankhede Stadium here Friday.

Irani Cup: Raina's century puts ROI in driving seat

February 7, 2013 at 5:47 PM

Mumbai, Feb 7 (IANS) Suresh Raina's brilliant 134 off 169 balls helped Rest of India (ROI) post a massive first innings score of 526 all out against Mumbai in the Irani Cup here Thursday.

Irani Cup: Vijay hits century as ROI make 330/5

February 6, 2013 at 7:07 PM

Mumbai, Feb 6 (IANS) Murali Vijay struck a fine century and helped Rest of India (ROI) reach 330 for five against Mumbai on day one of the Irani Cup at the Wankhede Stadium here Wednesday.

Irani Trophy comes full circle

February 5, 2013 at 6:35 PM

Mumbai, Feb 5 (IANS) The Irani Cup will come full circle when Mumbai, reigning Ranji Trophy champions, take on the Rest of India at the Wankhede Stadium here Feb 6-10.

Irani Trophy: Sehwag to lead Rest of India

January 29, 2013 at 8:30 PM

Mumbai, Jan 29 (IANS) Virender Sehwag will lead the Rest of India squad against Ranji Trophy champions Mumbai in the Irani Cup match to be played Feb 6-10 at the Wankhede Stadium here.

Rest as crucial as exercise for fitness

January 18, 2013 at 5:45 PM

London, Jan 18 (IANS) Brief rests, alternating with bouts of exercise, are crucial in maintaining fitness, allowing muscles to recover and help shape up the body faster, says a new study.

Rest 'as crucial as exercise' for keeping fit

January 18, 2013 at 12:25 PM

London, January 18 (ANI): Short periods of rest are just as important as exercise itself, researchers say.

Odisha mourns death of Delhi gang-rape victim

December 29, 2012 at 7:49 PM

Bhubaneswar, Dec 29 (IANS) People took out marches and candlelight rallies in several places of the state to mourn the death of the 23-year-old Delhi gang-rape victim, who died early Saturday in a Singapore hospital.

RIP, say two CMs on gang-rape victims death

December 29, 2012 at 10:53 AM

New Delhi, Dec 29 (IANS) "Rest in Peace brave one," tweeted Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah after the young woman who was brutally gang-raped and tortured here died in Singapore Saturday.

Anil Kapoor to soon shoot '24'

December 21, 2012 at 2:13 PM

Mumbai, Dec 21 (IANS) Anil Kapoor, who bought the rights of American TV show "24", says that he is already working on the cast along with director Abhinay Deo, a proper set has been built for the show and that the cameras will soon roll.

Star system has helped Bollywood flourish: Zoya Akhtar (Interview)

December 3, 2012 at 1:00 PM

Mumbai, Dec 3 (IANS) Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar strongly believes in Bollywood's star system and feels it has helped the industry build an identity in the map of world cinema.

Asda's Michelle Obama-inspired dress sells out in just 48 hours

November 28, 2012 at 9:27 PM

London, November 28 (ANI): A 20-pound dress by Asda, which was created in response to a poll that saw Michelle Obama named as most impressive female dresser, has sold out almost overnight, it has been revealed.

Mexican beauty queen Flores Gamez killed in gangland shootout

November 27, 2012 at 10:38 AM

Mexico City, Nov 27 (ANI): A Mexican beauty queen has reportedly been killed during a weekend shootout in the restive northern state of Sinaloa.

England bowled out at tea, lead by 86

November 25, 2012 at 2:37 PM

Mumbai, Nov 25 (IANS) A late burst by Harbhajan Singh helped India bowl out England for 413 but the visitors still managed to take an 86?run lead at tea on the third day of the second cricket Test at the Wankhede Stadium here Sunday.

Yuvraj, Harbhajan back in Test squad

November 5, 2012 at 3:43 PM

Mumbai, Nov 5 (IANS) Yuvraj Singh and Harbhajan Singh were Monday recalled to the India squad for the first two cricket Tests against England.

'Kallis lives in Sobers' shadow'

November 3, 2012 at 3:11 PM

London, Nov. 3 (ANI): Proteas all-rounder Jacques Kallis probably lives under the shadow of West Indies legend Garry Sobers, according to some famous figures from the cricketing world.

Police raid bar in Mumbai, detain 18 people

October 28, 2012 at 5:51 PM

Mumbai, Oct. 28 (ANI): The Social Service Branch of the Mumbai Police raided a bar in the city and detained 13 customers, four stewards and one manager.

Rest in peace Jaspal Bhatti, Bollywood tweets

October 25, 2012 at 1:11 PM

Mumbai, Oct 25 (IANS) Famous satirist and comedian Jaspal Bhatti's untimely death has shocked many, including the Bollywood faternity. Celebrities like Anupam Kher, Akshay and Riteish Deshmukh have expressed their grief.

Do what you're obligated to do, CJI tells judges

September 28, 2012 at 8:30 PM

New Delhi, Sep (IANS) Chief Justice of India S.H. Kapadia Friday urged judges to do what they are obliged to do in times of trouble.

Mexican senator loses battle with cancer

September 26, 2012 at 10:19 AM

Mexico City, Sep 26 (IANS/EFE) Sen. Alonso Lujambio died Tuesday in the Mexican capital after a year-long battle with bone marrow cancer, his colleagues in the National Action Party said. He was 50.

Rest of India trounce Rajasthan to lift Irani Cup again

September 24, 2012 at 8:11 PM

Bangalore, Sep 24 (IANS) Rest of India (ROI) retained the Irani Cup here Monday recording an inings and 79 run victory over Rajasthan on the fourth day of their match.

Irani Trophy: Bist's century goes in vain

September 21, 2012 at 9:39 PM

Bangalore, Sep 21 (IANS) Robin Bist's unbeaten century failed to prevent Rajasthan from collapsing for 253 runs in the first innings as Umesh Yadav bagged five wickets for Rest of India on the first day of the Irani Trophy cricket match here Friday.

Rest of India favourites to defend Irani Cup (Preview)

September 20, 2012 at 12:03 PM

Bangalore, Sep 20 (IANS) With the cricketing attention firmly on the Twenty20 World Cup in Sri Lanka, a truncated Rajasthan, the reigning Ranji Trophy champions, take on Rest of India in the five-day Irani Trophy game, the traditional domestic season opener here from Friday.

Shillong ready to host its first fashion show

September 12, 2012 at 8:10 PM

New Delhi, Sep 12 (IANS) Meghalaya is the new fashion destination. The first edition of Shillong Fashion Week (SFW) has got the green signal and it will see talent from the North-East region showcasing creations with tribal influence.

Harmeet Singh named in Rest of India squad

September 10, 2012 at 6:58 PM

Mumbai, Sep 10 (IANS) Under-19 World Cup winner Harmeet Singh will be part of the Cheteshwar Pujara-led Rest of India side for the Irani Cup tie against reigning Ranji Trophy champions Rajasthan. The match has been shifted to Bangalore from Jaipur.

Harmeet Singh picked up for Irani Cup

September 10, 2012 at 5:54 PM

Mumbai, Sep 10 (IANS) Under-19 World Cup winner Harmeet Singh will be part of the Cheteshwar Pujara-led Rest of India side for the Irani Cup tie against reigning Ranji Trophy champions Rajasthan. The match has been shifted to Bangalore from Jaipur.

Bring in GST, DTC to spur growth, India Inc tells government

August 27, 2012 at 4:50 PM

Bangalore, Aug 27 (IANS) India Inc Monday urged the government to introduce the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Direct Tax Code (DTC) to spur economic growth, which has been declining over a year owing to various global and domestic factors.

We need to understand what the coach wants: Chhetri

August 21, 2012 at 5:12 PM

Greater Noida, Aug 21 (IANS) National football coach Wim Koevermans and captain Sunil Chhetri beamed with confidence on the eve of India's opener against Syria in the Nehru Cup and shrugged off talk of any kind of pressure that tends to build up on defending champions.

Bollywood pays condolences to Vilashrao Deshmukh on twitter

August 15, 2012 at 12:02 AM

Bollywood pays condolences to Vilashrao Deshmukh on twitter

Rest in peace Prabuddha dada, says fashion world

August 12, 2012 at 10:41 PM

New Delhi, Aug 12 (IANS) The fashion world Sunday mourned Prabuddha Dasgupta, a self-taught photographer known for his controversial collection of portraits, especially nude photos of urban Indian women, and termed him a "legend".

Stunned over Pallavi's death: Excel Entertainment officials

August 11, 2012 at 8:09 PM

Mumbai, Aug 11 (IANS) Murdered woman lawyer Pallavi Purkyashtha, who worked as a legal adviser at Farhan Akhtar's production company Excel Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., was a "friend" and an "integral part" of the company, said an official statement issued Saturday.

Chhattisgarh's Dalli Rajhara-Rowghat rail project gets fresh boost

August 5, 2012 at 5:29 PM

Raipur, Aug 5 (IANS) The key Dalli Rajhara-Rowghat railway line in Chhattisgarh, languishing for the last three decades, got a fresh boost Sunday with the state government asking all the stakeholders to finish their share of work to complete this project at the earliest.

Sex worker sues motel for refusing room

July 23, 2012 at 5:55 PM

Melbourne, July 23 (IANS) A sex worker in Australia's Queensland state has sought $30,000 in compensation from the owners of a motel for refusing her a room after they became aware she was bringing clients to their place.

Steely presence of Maoist weakens Bhilai Steel Plant

July 5, 2012 at 9:12 PM

Bhilai, July 5 (ANI): The state-owned Steel Authority of India Limited's flagship unit - Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP), about 30 km west of Raipur, is now reeling under deep threat, as its existing iron ore mines at Dalli-Rajhara is depleting at fast pace, and hence the compelling requirement for smooth run of BSP is to kick off project at new mining reserves at Rowghat, which needs deforestation.

Egypt's attempt to free blind sheikh behind '93 WTC attack outrages US

July 4, 2012 at 1:10 PM

Washington, July 4 (ANI): The new Egyptian government's attempts to secure the release of Sheik Omar Abdel Rahman, the blind cleric behind the 1993 bombing of the World Trade Center, has outraged the United States.

Olympian Misty May-Treanor says 'rest' top fitness tip

June 28, 2012 at 11:24 AM

Washington, June 28 (ANI): US beach volleyball player Misty May-Treanor has revealed that her number one tip for maintaining a healthy lifestyle is "rest."

Amy Winehouse's dad Mitch reveals struggle to cope with loss of daughter

June 24, 2012 at 5:47 PM

London, June 24 (ANI): Amy Winehouse's father Mitch has opened up about coping up with the devastating loss of his superstar daughter last year.

Air India to lease out fuel guzzling 777s

June 12, 2012 at 7:59 PM

New Delhi, June 12 (IANS) Air India will lease out some of its fuel-guzzling Boeing 777s to private airlines to save on costs and restructure international operations on receiving the first batch of 787 Dreamliners in about a month.

New body parts found belong to Chinese murder victim in Montreal

June 7, 2012 at 4:48 PM

Ottawa (Canada), June 7 (Xinhua-ANI): Montreal police announced Wednesday they believe a human right hand and right foot mailed to two Vancouver schools are some of the body parts missing from the remains of Jun Lin, the 33-year-old Chinese student allegedly murdered and dismembered in Montreal by Luka Rocco Magnotta.

Chhattisgarh to provide adequate security for rail project

June 2, 2012 at 6:31 PM

Raipur, June 2 (IANS) Chhattisgarh authorities Saturday assured the railways of providing adequate security for the 95-km-long Dalli-Rajhara-Raoghat stretch, which falls in Naxal-dominated areas, and asked it to begin work on the crucial project.

Celebs' soccer match help raise 4mn pounds for Unicef

May 28, 2012 at 3:35 PM

London, May 28 (ANI): Famous Hollywood actors, pop stars and footie legends came together for a charity soccer match and helped raise 4million pounds for poor children.

DC vs RCB: Steyn, Duminy knocks RCB stops them from reaching into playoffs

May 21, 2012 at 11:02 AM

In the 71st match of IPL and penultimate league game played at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium of Hyderabad, Deccan Chargers marked a 9 run win over Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Tributes pour in for tragic Bee Gees star Robin Gibb

May 21, 2012 at 10:35 AM

London, May 21 (ANI): Fellow musicians and fans have been remembering Bee Gees singer Robin Gibb, who died on Sunday after his long battle with colon and liver cancer.

Bravo's last ball hit helped CSK thump a 5 wicket win over KKR

May 15, 2012 at 12:47 PM

In the 63rd match of the Indian Premier League Chennai Super Kings thumped a 5 wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders.

IPL 2012: A thrilling victory of Kings XI Punjab over Deccan Chargers

May 14, 2012 at 12:20 PM

Kings XI Punjab marked a 4 wicket win in a high scoring match over Deccan Chargers. The match was played at Punjab Cricket Association Stadium of Mohali.

Air India moves Supreme Court as pilots strike rocks parliament (Roundup)

May 10, 2012 at 8:30 PM

New Delhi, May 10 (IANS) Air India Thursday moved the Supreme Court to force the striking pilots back to work as their agitation dragged on for the third day affecting the carrier's operation and rocking both houses of parliament with members saying the protest action is destroying the national airline and sending wrong signals to the world outside.

Nine pilots sacked, eight flights cancelled

May 10, 2012 at 5:42 PM

New Delhi/Mumbai, May 10 (IANS) The pilots' agitation in Air India continued for the third day Thursday forcing the management to cancel eight more international flights, stop bookings on some major long-haul routes for the next five days and sack nine more pilots.

Shaan's love recipe - stick to one person at all times

May 10, 2012 at 2:38 PM

Mumbai, May 10 (IANS) Singer Shaan, who has been happily married to wife Radhika for more than 11 years, says his love recipe is to bond with his partner.

Nicolas Sarkozy 'quitting politics for quiet life with Carla Bruni'

May 8, 2012 at 6:30 PM

London, May 8 (ANI): Nicolas Sarkozy, who has become the first French president in 31 years to be rejected after just one term, has confirmed that he will be giving up politics for 'good'.

Allow resale of commercial land only in rare cases: Himachal panel

April 25, 2012 at 12:00 PM

Shimla, April 25 (IANS) Resale of commercial land in Himachal Pradesh, purchased after special permission, should be allowed in rarest of rare cases. And in case the land is not used for which it was meant, the property vests with the government, says a commission appointed by the state government.

Rest can undo damage to heart cells

April 2, 2012 at 10:29 AM

London, April 2 (IANS) The damage to cardiac cells after a heart failure can be undone by allowing the heart to rest, according to new study.

Rest and exercise 'equally effective on lower back pain'

February 29, 2012 at 8:01 PM

Washington, Feb 29 (ANI): Lower back pain caused by pathological changes in the bones of spine can be hard to treat and the presently recommended therapy of exercise and staying active usually does not help alleviate the pain.

Rest and exercise 'equally effective on lower back pain'

February 29, 2012 at 5:52 PM

Washington, Feb 29 (ANI): Lower back pain caused by pathological changes in the bones of spine can be hard to treat and the presently recommended therapy of exercise and staying active usually does not help alleviate the pain.

Whitney Houston's 'son' could get share in ?20m fortune

February 25, 2012 at 9:44 PM

London, Feb 25 (ANI): Whitney Houston's secret "son", who she had brought into her home to save him from his own troubled background, will reportedly get a share in her multi-million dollar estate.

Whitney Houston's 'son' could get share in ?20m fortune

February 25, 2012 at 3:03 PM

London, Feb 25 (ANI): Whitney Houston's secret "son", who she had brought into her home to save him from his own troubled background, will reportedly get a share in her multi-million dollar estate.

'Light echoes' allow astronomers to spot instant replay of 'Great Eruption'

February 16, 2012 at 12:42 PM

Washington, Feb 16 (ANI): Astronomers are watching the astronomical equivalent of an instant replay of a powerful outburst from the unstable, behemoth double-star system Eta Carinae, which was initially spotted on Earth nearly 170 years ago.

Four Rs to stop eyes from shouting your age

January 12, 2012 at 2:59 PM

Washington, Jan 12 (ANI): Fine lines around the eyes can be the mouth that shouts the reality of our age, but experts say you can fight it off with four Rs.

Jon Bon Jovi laughs off death rumours

December 20, 2011 at 5:29 PM

Washington, Dec 20 (ANI): Jon Bon Jovi took to social media to quash a hoax about his death, and posted a funny picture of himself to show fans that he was still alive and well.

MJ's deathbed pulled from auction

November 16, 2011 at 3:15 PM

Washington, Nov 16 (ANI): The bed Michael Jackson died has been pulled from sale at the request of the Jackson Estate.

Pakistan is poorer without you: Rest in peace Begum Bhutto

October 24, 2011 at 11:44 AM

Islamabad, Oct.24 (ANI): She had been ill since long. In fact after 1996, when her son was killed, none of us ever saw her or heard from her. Yet the news of Begum Nusrat Bhutto's passing away came as a devastating one. Begum Nusrat Bhutto, former first lady of Pakistan and former Chairperson of Pakistan Peoples Party was wife and mother to two former Prime Ministers and mother-in-law to the current President of Pakistan. Wife to Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, founder Chairperson of Pakistan People's Party and former Prime Minister, she led a life full of challenges, sorrows, personal losses and hardships.

Bamboo tissue culture helping Tripura cultivators to boost production

October 9, 2011 at 3:10 PM

Agartala, Oct 8 (ANI): Scientists at the Van Gaveshana Sadan in Agartala, Tripura, are helping bamboo cultivators to meet the shortage of planting material available for bamboo cultivation through tissue culture propagation.

World mourns Apple's visionary leader Steve Jobs passing away

October 6, 2011 at 9:47 AM

London, Oct 6 (ANI): Apple co-founder and former CEO, Steve Jobs, has died at the age of 56 after a long battle with cancer.

England clueless about Indian line up for friendly ODI

October 5, 2011 at 11:47 AM

Hyderabad, Oct 5 (ANI): England's ODI side arrived in India on Tuesday and will play their first warm up game on Saturday, but they are still not aware of their opponents.

Bin Hammam vows to fight his FIFA life ban for bribery

July 24, 2011 at 11:27 AM

London, July 24(ANI): FIFA executive committee member and Asian Football Confederation president Mohamed bin Hammam has declared 'war' on FIFA president Sepp Blatter, and vowed to clear his name after being banned from all international and national football activity for life for being found guilty of bribery.

Shocked celebs post eulogies for 'troubled genius' Winehouse

July 24, 2011 at 11:27 AM

Washington, July 24 (ANI): The news of Amy Winehouse's untimely death has sparked saddened reactions from fans and celebrities across the globe.

'Jackass' star Wade's track to honour 'late friend and fan' Ryan Dunn

July 3, 2011 at 6:16 PM

Washington, July 3 (ANI): 'Jackass' star Roger Alan Wade has dedicated an entire composition to his late friend and fan Ryan Dunn, who died in a high-speed car crash in Pennsylvania last month.

Tomic vows to win grand slam title by 2013

June 30, 2011 at 11:52 AM

London, Jun 30 (ANI): Australia's new tennis sensation Bernard Tomic has said that he is on the right track to win a grand slam title in the next two years, despite losing to Novak Djokovic in a tough quarter-final fight at Wimbledon.

Allegations against Consul General in New York fabricated and motivated: MEA

June 23, 2011 at 10:29 AM

New Delhi, June 23 (ANI): The Ministry of External Affairs has expressed its disappointment and surprise over allegations levelled against India's Consul-General in New York, Prabhu Dayal, by his former employee.

Kate Moss' fiance asked for her dad's blessing before proposing

June 20, 2011 at 11:25 AM

Washington, June 20 (ANI): Kate Moss' fiance Jamie Hince asked for her father's permission before proposing to the supermodel, it has emerged.

Complacency should not creep in organizations: Beni Prasad Verma

June 14, 2011 at 9:48 PM

New Delhi, June 14 (ANI): Minister of State for Steel Beni Prasad Verma on Tuesday said complacency should not creep in any organization and more innovative ideas should be generated to sustain its impressive work in various spheres.

Christie, Huckabee and Romney run close with Obama for 2012 poll

April 1, 2011 at 5:00 PM

Washington, Apr.1 (ANI): Two Republican presidential aspirants Mitt Romney and Mike Huckabee are running close to President Barack Obama, according to the latest poll conducted by the New Jersey-based Farleigh Dickinson University's PublicMind.

Force India confirm Paul di Resta for 2011 Formula One season

January 27, 2011 at 1:48 PM

London, Jan 27(ANI): Force India has signed 24-year-old Scot Paul di Resta as a full-time driver for the upcoming Formula One season.

Coach Flower prepared to pull England players out of IPL

January 10, 2011 at 10:38 AM

Sydney, Jan.10 (ANI): Coach Andy Flower has said he would pull England players out of the Indian Premier League in order to keep them fresh for national duty.

ICC welcomes PCB's initial efforts to eradicate corruption

October 24, 2010 at 5:11 PM

Islamabad, Oct 24 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) has expressed satisfaction over initial efforts made by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) in sorting out its administration and eradicating corruption from the game in the country.

Any ultra-constitutional step against judiciary to be deemed high treason: Pak SC

October 16, 2010 at 4:25 PM

Islamabad, Oct 16(ANI): Pakistan's Supreme Court has said that any ultra-constitutional step against the judiciary in the country would be deemed as subversion of the constitution and liable to be tried under Article 6 of the constitution - as an act of treason.

Vinyl record made from ashes to help you 'live from beyond the groove!'

September 27, 2010 at 11:56 AM

Melbourne, Sep 27 (ANI): Now, get an ultimate final send off, with vinyl records made out of your ash.

Hindus praise Pope for highlighting family

September 26, 2010 at 2:47 PM

Nevada (US), Sep 26 (ANI): Hindus have praised His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI for his message pointing to the need of spending more time together with families.

Paris Hilton refused Japan entry after cocaine confession

September 22, 2010 at 11:02 AM

London, Sep 22 (ANI): Paris Hilton was barred from entering Japan after admitting cocaine possession in a US court just a few hours earlier.

Now, get a musical memorial with vinyl 'ash' records

September 1, 2010 at 4:36 PM

Melbourne, Sept 1 (ANI): Now, get an ultimate final send off, with vinyl records made out of your ash.

The situation in Jammu and Kashmir - The External Dimension

August 17, 2010 at 4:21 PM

New Delhi, Aug.17 (ANI): Since the day the Radcliffe Award was announced, Pakistan has tried every trick in the book to wrest Kashmir from India. Whether it was to send in 'raiders' in 1947 or 'infiltrators' in 1965, whether it was training and sending in 'militants' since the late 1980s or Kargil in 1999, Pakistan has pursued a single-minded policy on Kashmir.

Armed forces fulfilling their duty in J-K, says General V.K.Singh

August 12, 2010 at 9:55 PM

Bangalore, Aug.12 (ANI): Army Chief General V.K Singh on Thursday said that the armed forces were fulfilling their duty in Jammu and Kashmir.

S.Africa to host first ICC Women's Cricket Challenge

August 6, 2010 at 11:45 AM

Dubai, Aug.6 (ANI): The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that South Africa will host the first ICC Women's Cricket Challenge from October 6 to 16 in Potchefstroom.

Swine Flu cases in Maharastra, Andhra Pradesh

August 5, 2010 at 10:22 PM

Aurangabad/Visakhapatnam, Aug 5 (ANI): Many cases of swine flu have been reported from Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh in the last few days.

Woody Harrelson leads team to victory at charity football game

June 7, 2010 at 5:11 PM

London, June 7 (ANI): Hollywood actor Woody Harrelson steered his team to victory by scoring the winning goal in a charity match by singer Robbie Williams.

Pak still has objections over India's Kishanganga, Nimoo Bazgo hydel projects: FO

June 4, 2010 at 12:07 PM

Islamabad, Jun.4 (ANI): Alleging that India has violated the Indus Waters Treaty, Pakistan has said that differences still remain over the Kishanganga and Nimoo Bazgo hydel power projects over the Indus river in Jammu and Kashmir.

Zidane signs on for Soccer Aid

April 23, 2010 at 5:50 PM

London, Apr.23 (ANI): Former French football captain Zinedine Zidane is this year's star signing for Soccer Aid.