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Everything you need to know about Rani Sati Marg: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Haryana, Jharkhand in sub-junior hockey semis

May 23, 2013 at 7:10 PM

Bhopal, May 23 (IANS) Haryana and Jharkhand women entered the semi-finals of the Hockey India Sub-Junior Men and Women National Championship (Final) being played here at the SAI Centre Thursday.

'I Don't Luv U' heart not in its theme (IANS Movie Review - Rating: ***)

May 17, 2013 at 12:06 PM

Movie: "I Don't Luv U"; Cast: Ruslaan Mumtaz and Chetna Pande; Director: Amit Kasaria; Rating: ***

Kolkata's famed Kalighat Temple set for makeover

May 10, 2013 at 2:46 PM

Kolkata, May 10 (IANS) The over 200-year-old Kalighat Kali temple, one of the city's landmarks visited by tens of thousands of devotees and tourists every day, is set for a makeover, thanks to the intervention of the judiciary.

'Bombay Talkies' - beguiling, befitting homage to Indian cinema (IANS Movie Review - Rating: *****

May 1, 2013 at 7:40 PM

Film: "Bombay Talkies"; Cast: Rani Mukerji, Randeep Hooda, Saqib Saleem, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Sadashiv Amrapurkar, Naman Jain, Khushi Dubey, Vineet Kumar Singh, Sudhir Pandey and Amitabh Bachchan; Directors: Karan Johar, Dibakar Bannerjee, Zoya Akhtar, and Anurag Kashyap; Rating: *****

'Lagaan', 'Dil Chahta Hai' marked new period of Indian cinema: KJo

April 27, 2013 at 5:56 PM

Mumbai, April 27 (IANS) For filmmaker Karan Johar, 2001 was the turning point in Hindi cinema as two unique films - "Dil Chahta Hai" and "Lagaan: Once Upon A Time In India" - truly set the ball rolling for change.

Star-studded screening held for 'Bombay Talkies'

April 27, 2013 at 11:40 AM

Mumbai, April 27 (IANS) Prominent names from Bollywood, including veteran writer Javed Akhtar and filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, turned up at a special screening of "Bombay Talkies" here.

CM Nabam Tuki calls on Rubber Board of India to help in generating more jobs

April 22, 2013 at 1:16 PM

Itanagar, April 22 (ANI): Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Nabam Tuki has urged the Rubber Board of India (RBI) to tie up with the Government of Arunachal Pradesh to take up joint ventures by extending financial support, technical know-how, training and marketing backup etc. to help achieve the state government's employment target.

Haryana beat Manipur in junior national women's hockey

April 21, 2013 at 6:52 PM

Ranchi, April 21 (IANS) Navneet Kaur and Rajni Singh scored thrice each as Haryana defeated Manipur 13-0 in Pool A of the third Hockey India Junior Women's National Championship played at the Astroturf Hockey Stadium here Sunday.

Over 2,000 march for Haemophilia awareness

April 21, 2013 at 4:44 PM

New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) To commemorate World Haemophilia Day and spread awareness about the bleeding disorder, over 2,000 people Sunday participated in a walk and a rally in the capital.

I'm nomadic loner: Bhansali

April 16, 2013 at 7:00 PM

Mumbai, April 16 (IANS) Sanjay Leela Bhansali confesses that there were "relationships that didn't work out". He admits that his life may be "unfulfilled", but it isn't "unhappy".

Jharkhand girls to face Odisha in sub-junior hockey final

April 6, 2013 at 6:44 PM

Nagaon (Assam), April 6 (IANS) Jharkhand girls will face Odisha in the final of the third Hockey India Sub-Junior Women's National Championship (East Zone) here April 8.

Now TV show on Maharana Pratap

April 2, 2013 at 7:32 PM

New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) A historical drama "Bharat Ka Veer Putra - Maharana Pratap", inspired by the life and times of the 16th century Rajput ruler, will roll out soon on Sony Entertainment Television.

Delhi Police constable hangs himself

March 27, 2013 at 7:54 PM

New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) The body of a 50-year-old Delhi Police head constable was found hanging inside a park here Wednesday, police said.

Top Bollywood directors unveil their joint venture, 'Bombay Talkies' in Mumbai

March 26, 2013 at 1:38 PM

Mumbai, Mar 26 (ANI): Renowned directors of the Hindi film industry on Monday unveiled the first look of their upcoming flick, 'Bombay Talkies', which is a compilation of four short films made by Anurag Kashyap, Dibakar Banerjee, Karan Johan and Zoya Akhtar.

Calligraphy exhibition opens at Jamia

March 11, 2013 at 7:07 PM

New Delhi, March 11 (IANS) An exhibition depicting the evolution of Urdu calligraphy - one of the most ornate alphabet writings - from the confines of fine print into a high art form was inaugurated at the Jamia Millia Islamia by Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit in the presence of Saudi Arabian ambassador Saud Mohammed Al-Sati.

Calligraphy show opens at Jamia Millia Islamia

March 11, 2013 at 7:07 PM

New Delhi, March 11 (IANS) An exhibition depicting the evolution of Urdu calligraphy - one of the most ornate alphabet writings - from the confines of fine print into a high art form was inaugurated at the Jamia Millia Islamia by Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit in the presence of the ambassador of Saudi Arabia in India, Saud Mohammed Al-Sati.

Shooting intimate scenes makes Mouni uncomfortable

March 11, 2013 at 4:43 PM

Mumbai, March 11 (IANS) TV actress Mouni Roy says she gets very uncomfortable doing an intimate scene, even if it means holding hands with her co-star.

Randeep Hooda praises KJo's acting skills

March 10, 2013 at 6:43 PM

New Delhi, March 10 (IANS) Karan Johar is known as a successful director and producer, but Randeep Hooda feels the filmmaker is a talented actor too.

Saudi Arabia to invest heavily in India: Ambassador (Interview)

March 10, 2013 at 3:23 PM

New Delhi, March 10 (IANS) Betting big on Asia's third-largest economy, Saudi Arabia's government-backed fund and private companies plan to invest heavily in a host of areas in India, the kingdom's ambassador here, Saud Mohammed Al-Sati, has said.

Indian, Saudi firms seek to cooperate in infrastructure development

March 6, 2013 at 3:47 PM

New Delhi, March 6 (IANS) Industrialists and businesspersons from India and Saudi Arabia Wednesday stressed the need for greater cooperation in infrastructure development, as both the countries offer huge investment opportunities.

Sharmila wins her first Hero golf title

February 28, 2013 at 6:03 PM

Mumbai, Feb 28 (IANS) Sharmila Nicollet Thursday showcased her consistency to win the third leg of the Hero Women's Pro Golf tour at the Bombay Presidency Golf Club here.

Goel took charge of President, eyeing to come back in Delhi

February 17, 2013 at 4:40 PM

Newly appointed President of BJP Delhi Pradesh Vijay Goel has called upon the workers to fight against the Congress misrule. Goel told that the trust which the people had given power to the Congress has not been fulfilled by the Congress Government.

Rani unveils poster of Bhansali's debut TV show

February 15, 2013 at 1:37 PM

Mumbai, Feb 15 (IANS) Actress Rani Mukerji, who unveiled the poster of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's TV show "Saraswatichandra", is confident that the filmmaker's debut TV show will be as spectacular as all his big screen projects.

Saudi Arabia keen to invest in India

February 10, 2013 at 1:31 PM

Hyderabad, Feb 10 (IANS) Saudi Arabia is keen to promote commerce and investment with India, especially in Andhra Pradesh, Saudi Arabia's ambassador to India Saud Mohammed Al-Sati said, saying the oil-rich kingdom was "investing heavily" abroad.

Saudi Arabia to set up consulate in Hyderabad

February 7, 2013 at 8:43 PM

Hyderabad, Feb 7 (IANS) Saudi Arabia will soon set up a consulate in Hyderabad, its second consulate in India after Mumbai.

R-DAY PARADE: Police issues Traffic advisory

January 24, 2013 at 5:32 PM

Republic Day Parade shall start on 26th January 2013 at about 9.50A.M. from Vijay Chowk for Red Fort Grounds. There will be a related function at India Gate at 900 hrs. In order to ensure free and uninterrupted movement of Parade along the route nd to regulate city traffic,

Constable's collapse: Witnesses quizzed by crime branch

December 27, 2012 at 6:05 PM

New Delhi, Dec 27 (IANS) Three people, who said they witnessed constable Subhash Chand Tomar collapse during a protest in the capital, were questioned by the crime branch of Delhi Police Thursday.

Injured Delhi constable dead

December 25, 2012 at 10:13 AM

New Delhi, Dec 25 (IANS) The Delhi Police constable critically injured during protests at India Gate Sunday against the Dec 16 gang-rape died Tuesday at a hospital here, police said.

Injured Delhi constable dead

December 25, 2012 at 9:17 AM

New Delhi, Decem Dec 25 (IANS) The Delhi Police constable who was injured during protests at India Gate Sunday against the Dec 16 gang-rape died Tuesday morning at a hospital here, police said.

'Talaash' enters Rs.100 crore club

December 14, 2012 at 3:01 PM

New Delhi, Dec 14 (IANS) Aamir Khan-starrer suspense thriller "Taalash" has made it to the Rs. 100 crore club. The film has raked in Rs.131.78 crore worldwide.

'Talaash' actors celebrate success of film in Mumbai

December 12, 2012 at 4:32 PM

Mumbai, Dec. 12 (ANI): Basking in the success of their film 'Talaash', Bollywood actors Aamir Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Rani Mukherjee celebrated its success in Mumbai.

Not trying to be different, says Reema Kagti

December 11, 2012 at 4:00 PM

Mumbai, Dec 11 (IANS) Reema Kagti, who made her debut as a director with "Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd." in 2007, and has now helmed "Talaash", says her choice of different subjects is not deliberate.

Manual scavenging still a reality in India: Jairam Ramesh

December 10, 2012 at 10:24 PM

New Delhi, Dec 10 (IANS) Union Rural Development Minister Jairam Ramesh Monday admitted manual scavenging was still a reality in India and wished social reformers like Raja Rammohan Roy and Lord Bentinck had given it as much attention as they did to abolishing Sati.

'Talaash' not a universal film: Aamir Khan

December 4, 2012 at 6:20 PM

Mumbai, Dec 4 (IANS) Bollywood star Aamir Khan knows his latest release "Talaash" does not cater to a universal audience, but he is glad with the response it has received.

'Talaash' has something for everyone: Kiran Rao

November 30, 2012 at 3:03 PM

Mumbai, Nov 30 (IANS) Filmmaker Kiran Rao is really happy with her husband Aamir Khan's latest film "Talaash", saying it offers something for everyone.

'Talaash' - unpredictable, thrilling (IANS Movie Review)

November 30, 2012 at 2:07 PM

Film: "Talaash"; Cast: Aamir Khan, Rani Mukerji, Kareena Kapoor, Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Shernaz Patel; Director: Reema Kagti; Rating: ****

Aamir urges fans not to reveal 'Talaash' suspense

November 29, 2012 at 5:59 PM

Mumbai, Nov 29 (IANS) Superstar Aamir Khan, whose new film "Talaash' releases Friday, has urged his fans not to reveal the suspense of the film in public.

Can man's views bar him from Lokayukta post, asks SC

November 27, 2012 at 11:10 PM

New Delhi, Nov 27 (IANS) The Supreme Court Tuesday asked whether Justice (retd.) R.A.Mehta could be disqualified from becoming the Lokayukta of Gujarat merely because of he holds certain definite views and there was apprehension of his being biased.

'Talaash' one of most sensitive performances: Kareena

November 27, 2012 at 1:26 PM

Mumbai, Nov 27 (IANS) Kareena Kapoor played a sex worker in "Chameli" and does so again for "Talaash", a role she describes as amongst her most sensitive and powerful.

Low?key publicity for 'Talaash' was deliberate

November 27, 2012 at 11:58 AM

Mumbai, Nov 27 (IANS) Aamir Khan is known for extensive and innovative marketing of his films but his forthcoming movie "Talaash", releasing Friday, was being under?promoted until last week. Director Reema Kagti says it was deliberate.

Would cut off my arms to work with Aamir Khan again: Reema Kagti

November 26, 2012 at 11:19 PM

Kolkata, Nov 26 (IANS) Reema Kagti, the director of forthcoming movie "Talaash" that sees Aamir Khan in the lead role, wants to work with him again and willing to cut of her hands for the purpose.

Never looked at Aamir's eyes, feared falling in love: Rani

November 25, 2012 at 5:25 PM

Mumbai, Nov 25 (IANS) There was a time when Rani Mukerji didn't have the courage to "look into Aamir Khan's eyes" and now is a time when she "keeps gazing into his eyes until he asks me not to".

Aamir gets under the shower again!

November 17, 2012 at 3:30 PM

New Delhi, Nov 17 (IANS) Remember Aamir Khan's shower scene in "Ghajini", which turned out to be a turning point in the film? A similar shot will feature in the actor?filmmaker's new film "Talaash" too.

Annu Kapoor returns to TV (TV Snippets)

November 16, 2012 at 4:50 PM

New Delhi, Nov 16 (IANS) Annu Kapoor is set to recreate the magic of his memorable show "Antakshari" with some of the actors of Zee TV's popular shows in a one?off episode.

What drew Aamir to 'Talaash'?

November 12, 2012 at 4:59 PM

Mumbai, Nov 12 (IANS) Actor Aamir Khan, who plays a cop in his next film "Talaash", says the script, which is thrilling yet emotional, attracted him most to the project.

Celebrations outside residences of new cabinet ministers

October 28, 2012 at 2:47 PM

New Delhi, Oct 28 (IANS) Sweets were distributed and there was much dancing and bursting of crackers outside the residences of several ministers elevated to cabinet rank as their supporters celebrated Sunday.

Mumbai Film Festival celebrates spirit of cinema (Review)

October 26, 2012 at 6:06 PM

Mumbai, Oct 26 (IANS) An assortment of screenings, world premiers, tributes, discussions, celebrations, press conferences and interactions - the 14th Mumbai Film Festival offered something for everyone and celebrated the spirit of cinema in its true sense.

Silent films screened at Mumbai fest

October 24, 2012 at 9:11 PM

Mumbai, Oct 24 (IANS) Eleven silent films from the 1920s, including "Raja Harishchandra" and "Sati Savitri", were screened Wednesday at the 14th Mumbai Film Festival. One film, "A Throw Of Dice", was accompanied by a live orchestra.

'Bigg Boss 6': Truly 'Alag Che'

October 8, 2012 at 12:37 AM

Mumbai, Oct 8 (IANS) A wacky hairstylist, two social activists, a divorced celebrity couple and 10 others. With such an eclectic line-up of contestants, the sixth season of reality show "Bigg Boss" seems to be true to its tagline, "Alag Che" (it's different).

BJP's women wing protests in Lucknow over Jaiswal's 'sexist' remarks

October 4, 2012 at 9:10 PM

Lucknow, Oct.4 (ANI): The womens' wing of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) took to streets of Lucknow on Thursday to protest against Union Coal Minister Sriprakash Jaiswal's 'sexist' remarks.

Rani challenged for belly dancing skills! (Movie Snippets)

October 3, 2012 at 4:14 PM

Mumbai, Oct 3 (IANS) Actress Rani Mukerji, who has attempted a belly dance number in her forthcoming film "Aiyyaa", was challenged for her skills by comedian Bharti Singh.

Why is playing Maharashtrian special for Rani?

September 26, 2012 at 4:11 PM

Mumbai, Sep 26 (IANS) A Bengali brought up in Mumbai, Rani Mukherjee says essaying a Maharashtrian girl in "Aiyyaa" made it all the more special.

Malayalam actor Prithviraj gets 6-pack abs for 'Aiyya'

September 13, 2012 at 10:02 PM

Mumbai, Sep 13 (IANS) South Indian actor Prithviraj Sukumaran is all set to mark his debut in Bollywood. But that will not be the only fresh experience for this actor, who has also developed a six-pack abdomen for his role in "Aiyya" opposite Rani Mukherjee.

Rani's 'Aiyyaa' character fan of Sridevi, Madhuri, Juhi

September 7, 2012 at 12:23 PM

Mumbai, Sep 7 (IANS) Rani Mukerji's character in "Aiyyaa" takes inspiration from not one, or two but three actresses - Sridevi, Madhuri Dixit and Juhi Chawla.

'Halkat jawani' crosses 1 mn hits on YouTube (Movie Snippets)

August 28, 2012 at 4:26 PM

Mumbai, Aug 28 (IANS) Kareena Kapoor's peppy number "Halkat jawani" from "Heroine" is grabbing eyeballs. It has crossed over one million hits on YouTube.

'Halkat jawani' crosses 1 mn hits on YouTube (Movie Snippets)

August 28, 2012 at 3:22 PM

Mumbai, Aug 28 (IANS) Kareena Kapoor's peppy number "Halkat jawani" from "Heroine" is grabbing eyeballs. It has crossed over one million hits on YouTube.

Playing dumb fun for Shivshakti Sachdev (With Image)

August 6, 2012 at 2:09 PM

Mumbai, Aug 6 (IANS) Television actress Shivshakti Sachdev plays a beauty without brains in Disney channel's show "The Suite Life of Karan and Kabir" and says she enjoys the role much more than her other characters.

Date extended for nominations for PM's awards for excellence in public administration

July 19, 2012 at 7:20 PM

New Delhi, July 19 (ANI): The last date for receipt of nominations for the Prime Minister's Awards for Excellence in Public Administration for the year 2011-12 has been extended till August 16.

Rains lash Lucknow, parts of UP

July 5, 2012 at 10:48 AM

Lucknow, July 5 (IANS) Heavy rains lashed Lucknow and other parts of Uttar Pradesh early Thursday, bringing respite from the hot and muggy weather. The downpour is likely to continue for the next few days, a Met department official said.

Beware! Passive smoking riskier than you think (May 31 is World No Tobacco Day)

May 30, 2012 at 12:15 PM

New Delhi, May 30 (IANS) For all those smokers out there, chances are you're not thinking about your child, spouse or others around you when you light up a cigarette. Think twice, say doctors.

Maken sanctions ex-gratia assistance of Rs. five lakh to archery player

May 17, 2012 at 10:18 PM

New Delhi, May 17 (ANI): Union Sports Minister Ajay Maken has sanctioned ex-gratia assistance of Rs. five lakh to Nisha Rani Dutta, an archery player from National Welfare Fund for sportspersons.

Sports minister gives ex-gratia aid to archer

May 17, 2012 at 5:30 PM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) Sports Minister Ajay Maken has sanctioned an ex-gratia assistance of Rs.5 lakh to archer Rani Dutta from the National Welfare Fund for Sportspersons.

Sarita Devi advances in boxing world championship

May 13, 2012 at 5:22 PM

Qinhuangdao (China), May 13 (IANS) Asian Championship 2012 gold medalist Sarita Devi advanced to the next round in the 60 kg weight category by defeating Ayzanat Hajiyeva of Azerbaijan on points 27:11 at the seventh AIBA World Women Boxing Championships here. Compatriot Pooja Rani (75 kgs) bowed out with a 11:27 loss to Claressa Maria Shields of the US.

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.

Rent dues notice to Meira Kumar withdrawn

May 8, 2012 at 8:54 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) The urban development ministry has withdrawn a notice for recovery of nearly Rs.2 crore rent dues from Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar for use of a government bungalow on Krishna Menon Marg.

Indian eves win bronze in Auckland hockey tourney

April 22, 2012 at 8:44 PM

Pakuranga (Auckland), April 22 (IANS) India beat the US 1-0 to claim the bronze medal in the second-leg of the Four Nation Women's Hockey Tournament at the Llyod Elsmore Hockey Stadium here Subday.

India come back from two goals down to hold New Zealand

April 21, 2012 at 9:01 PM

Pakuranga (New Zealand), April 21 (IANS) India came back from two goals down to hold New Zealand 3-3 in their last preliminary match of the second leg of Women's Four- Nation Tournament at Lloyd Elsmore Hockey Stadium here Saturday.

Spirituality, drama and women...Read on (IANS Books This Week)

April 21, 2012 at 2:29 PM

New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) The bookshelf this week talks of the spiritual journey into the dilemmas of existentialism and life's realities. Here's a peek.

Indian women's hockey team thrashed 2-5 by Australia

April 19, 2012 at 6:29 PM

Pakuranga (Auckland), April 19 (IANS) The Indian women's hockey team went down fighting 2-5 to Australia in the second leg of the Women's Four-Nation Hockey Tournament at Lloyd Elsmore Hockey Stadium here Thursday.

Indian women's hockey team lose 0-3 to US

April 18, 2012 at 4:53 PM

Pakuranga (Auckland), April 18 (IANS) The Indian women's hockey team went down 0-3 to the US in their first match of the second leg of the Four-Nation Tournament at the Lloyd Elsmore Hockey Stadium here Wednesday.

Rani hasn't said yes for Begum Samru role: Dhulia

April 14, 2012 at 1:07 PM

Mumbai, April 14 (IANS) The industry is abuzz with news that Rani Mukerji has given the nod for Tigmanshu Dhulia's next, a biopic on nautch girl Begum Samru. But the filmmaker says he is unaware, and that the actress is yet to say "yes" to the project.

India women go down to New Zealand in four-nation meet

April 12, 2012 at 6:11 PM

Auckland, April 12 (IANS) The Indian women's hockey team Thursday went down fighting 1-2 to hosts New Zealand in their opening match of the Four-Nation Tournament at the Harbour Hockey Stadium here.

Nikhil Advani to make next film with seven beauties

April 6, 2012 at 2:33 PM

Mumbai, April 6 (IANS) Director Nikhil Advani, who has been lying low after the release of "Patiala House", is scripting his next fun masala film where he plans to rope in seven classic beauties of the film industry.

One killed, seven injured in accident

April 1, 2012 at 11:01 PM

New Dehli, April 1 (IANS) A 40-year-old man, returning from a pilgrimage, died while seven others were injured after a speeding vehicle hit them in north Delhi early Sunday, said police.

Rani to lead women's hockey team in Auckland four-nation meet

March 26, 2012 at 9:20 PM

New Delhi, March 26 (IANS) Ritu Rani will lead the 18-member Indian women's hockey team in the double leg four-nation tournament in Auckland, New Zealand April 12-22.

'Prasad' - emotionally haunting (Kannada Movie Review)

March 24, 2012 at 7:52 PM

Film: 'Prasad'; Cast: Arjun Sarja, Master Sankalp, Madhuri Bhattacharya, Ramakrishna, Ramesh Bhat, Neenasam Aswath; Director: Manoj Sati; Producer: Ashok Kheny; Camera: Sanjay Malkan; Choreographer: Shiamak Dawar; Music director: Ilayaraja; Rating: ***1/2

Bollywood bids tearful adieu to Joy Mukherjee

March 10, 2012 at 9:46 PM

Mumbai, Mar 10 (ANI): The Bollywood film fraternity bid a tearful adieu to veteran actor Joy Mukherjee at his funeral ceremony in Mumbai on Saturday.

Veteran Bollywood actor Joy Mukherjee dead

March 9, 2012 at 9:25 PM

Mumbai, Mar.9 (ANI): Veteran Bollywood actor Joy Mukherjee died at Mumbai's Lilavati Hospital on Friday morning. He was 73.

Women Hockey has good opportunity to qualify London Olympic: CR Kumar

February 18, 2012 at 7:31 PM

The Coach of Indian Women Hockey Team C R Kumar is viewing a good opportunity to Indian Women Hockey team for cementing the berth of London Olympic Game 2012 scheduled from ..............

Nine envoys present credentials to President Pratibha Patil

January 12, 2012 at 7:47 PM

New Delhi, Jan 12 (ANI): Nine envoys presented their credentials to President Pratibha Devisingh Patil at a ceremony held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan here on Thursday.

Rani of Aditya's Heart

January 10, 2012 at 1:15 AM

Rani Mukherjee, who never commented on her much talked about relations with film director Aditya Chopra was spotted with him on Mumbai airport. They were returning from a trip abroad where they had gone to celebrate New Year.

Congress leaders defect to BJP in poll bound Uttarakhand

January 2, 2012 at 11:50 AM

New Delhi, Jan 2 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), in power in Uttarakhand, was the beneficiary of defections from the Congress party, which is in the opposition in the state assembly.

Pak's Hindu community condemns four doctors' murder in Sindh

November 10, 2011 at 6:00 PM

Lahore, Nov 10(ANI): Pakistan's Hindu community has strongly condemned the murder of four doctors on the eve of Eid at Shikarpur in Sindh province, and called on the country's government to arrest and punish the culprits.

Tony Blair 'romantically' linked to Israeli businesswoman Ofra Strauss

September 25, 2011 at 5:39 PM

London, Sept 25 (ANI): Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair has reportedly developed a personal friendship with Ofra Strauss, one of the most controversial and richest women in Israel, prompting speculations the two are having an affair.

Maoists' extortion threat stings locals in Jharkhand

August 26, 2011 at 8:51 PM

Chakulia (Jharkhand), Aug 26(ANI): Aiming to create a fear psychosis, Maoists ultras have sent extortion letters demanding huge sums of money to a poor household in Jharkhand's Chakulia district, threatening of dire consequences in case of non-compliance.

Tejaswini Sawant, Jwala Gutta 'extremely happy' over making the cut for Arjuna awards

July 23, 2011 at 12:31 PM

Kolhapur, July 23(ANI): India's first woman world champion shooter Tejaswini Sawant, who has been recommended for the prestigious Arjuna award, has said that she was happy for the acknowledgement of her achievements.

Why is the educated adivasi woman still in darkness?

July 20, 2011 at 12:31 PM

Kanker, (Chhattisgarh) July 20 (ANI): The evils of society somehow seem to impact women more. This is true down the ages, in practically every society.

Devotees in Shimla participate in stone pelting festival

November 7, 2010 at 4:14 PM

Shimla, Nov.7 (ANI): A number of devotees in Himachal's Shimla district participated in a unique stone-pelting festival this week.

Mumbai looking forward to Obama's visit

November 4, 2010 at 12:15 PM

Mumbai, Nov 4 (ANI): The people of Mumbai are preparing to welcome U.S. President Barack Obama on November 6.

Obama will not come in your way, police assure Mumbaikars

November 3, 2010 at 11:48 AM

Mumbai, Nov 3 (ANI): Mumbai Police have given assurances that during US President Barack Obama's visit to the city, Mumbaikars will not be barred from accessing the roads used by his motorcade.

Social activist files police complaint against Geelani, Arundhati Roy

October 29, 2010 at 6:38 PM

New Delhi, Oct 29 (ANI): Social activist Sunil Pandit lodged a police complaint at the Tilak Marg Police Station here on Friday against Kashmiri separatist leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani and writer Arundhati Roy for their recent objectionable remarks over Kashmir's integration with India.

Heavy rain cause traffic snarls, water logging in Delhi

August 19, 2010 at 4:15 PM

New Delhi, Aug 19 (ANI): Heavy rain created huge traffic snarls and water logging in many areas of Delhi on Thursday.

Theatre festival at Shimla Gaiety Theater

June 26, 2010 at 4:41 PM

Shimla, June 26 (ANI): The historic Gaiety theatre in Shimla is the venue of a three-day theatre festival, which began yesterday.

Delhi to face traffic woes as BJP protests against price rise

April 21, 2010 at 1:35 PM

New Delhi, Apr 21 (ANI): National Capital New Delhi is likely to experience huge traffic jam on Wednesday,as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) holds a rally to protest against price rise.

Denmark hints at extraditing Purulia arms drop mastermind to India

April 14, 2010 at 7:00 PM

New Delhi, Apr 14 (ANI): The Interpol has informed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) that the Denmark authorities have decided to extradite Purulia arms drop case mastermind Kim Davy aka Neils Holck to India.

First Indian Navy women aviators take charge

November 20, 2009 at 12:57 PM

Kochi (Kerala), Nov.20 (ANI): The Indian Navy created history on Friday by inducting two women aviators or combatants into its combat arm, which is happening for the first time in the Indian Armed Forces. Sub-lieutenants Ambica Hooda of Haryana and Seema Rani Sharma of Uttar Pradesh will now serve the nation as naval observers are airborne tacticians on the Indian Navy's multi-role Dornier aircraft, which are used for transportation and aerial surveillance and work at the front line during war situations.

First women combatants to be inducted by Indian Navy

November 19, 2009 at 6:06 PM

Kochi (Kerala), Nov.19 (ANI): Indian Navy is once again poised to create history by inducting two women combatants into its combat arm, which is happening for the first time in the Indian Armed Forces.

Cycle rally held in Delhi to promote Commonwealth Games

November 1, 2009 at 6:23 PM

New Delhi, Nov 1(ANI): Delhi Chief Minster Sheila Dikshit on Sunday flagged off a cycle rally for school children here to create mass awareness about the Commonwealth Games, to be held in the city in October 2010.

Bollywood fashion permeates Malay-Indians' Diwali celebrations

October 13, 2009 at 12:09 PM

Kuala Lumpur, Oct 13 (ANI): The Indian community in Malaysia is increasingly getting influenced from the attire in Bollywood movies as they plan to get all decked up for Diwali celebrations.

Rani Mukhejree rejoices appreciation from deaf and dumb children

September 26, 2009 at 1:23 PM

Mumbai, Sept 26 (ANI): Bollywood actor Rani Mukhejree is happy following appreciation of her film 'Dil Bole Hadippa' from deaf and dumb children.