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

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

'See darker side of country you're visiting' with CorruptTour

April 22, 2013 at 1:16 PM

Melbourne, April 22 (ANI): A travelling company is offering brave tourists the chance to dig deeper during their travels by exploring and embracing the seedier side of life.

Advani to produce Marathi film on Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak

March 28, 2013 at 5:14 PM

Nikhil Advani, director of films like "Kal Ho Naa Ho" and "Delhi Safari", is all set to produce Marathi film "Lokmanya", about the great freedom fighter Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak, and says he believes in bringing Marathi cinema close to Bollywood. A full-lengtt feature film, "Lokmanya" will be directed by first-time director Om Raut.

Advani to produce Marathi film on Lokmanya

March 28, 2013 at 4:34 PM

Mumbai, March 28 (IANS) Nikhil Advani, director of films like "Kal Ho Naa Ho" and "Delhi Safari", is set to produce Marathi film "Lokmanya", about the great freedom fighter Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak, and says he believes in bringing Marathi cinema close to Bollywood.

LFW: Sailex's 'Garden Safaria' shows military influences

March 24, 2013 at 7:54 PM

Mumbai, March 24 (IANS) Designer Sailex's collection showcased Sunday at the Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) Summer-Resort 2013 was inspired from the military. The designer said that he usually doesn't like naming his lines but decided to name this one "Garden Safari".

I am also open to doing TV: Arshad

March 15, 2013 at 5:42 PM

New Delhi, March 15 (IANS) Quite active on the big screen playing a variety of roles, Arshad Warsi is also keen to be seen on the small screen.

I don't think anyone can replace Aamir: Arshad Warsi

February 15, 2013 at 6:01 PM

Mumbai, Feb 15 (IANS) Bollywood actor Arshad Warsi has denied recent media reports which said that he replaced Aamir Khan in "Chambal Safari". He says there is no replacement for Aamir.

No idea about 'Munna Bhai' series: Arshad Warsi

January 30, 2013 at 3:34 PM

Mumbai, Jan 30 (IANS) Actor Arshad Warsi, who played the role of Circuit in popular "Munna Bhai" series, says he has no idea about the status of the third instalment of the movie series.

UK iPhones users join legal action against Google over 'breach of privacy'

January 30, 2013 at 11:34 AM

London, Jan 30 (ANI): Over 70 users of Apple iPhone users in Britain have joined a landmark privacy action against Google, accusing the Internet search giant of breaching their privacy.

Dolphin stampede video goes viral

January 11, 2013 at 1:37 PM

Washington, Jan 11 (IANS/RIA Novosti) An incredible video of 1,000 dolphins stampeding past a California tour boat like a herd of wild horses has gone viral, getting nearly one million views after it was posted on the web.

Singapore remains preferred destination for Indian leisure travellers

December 20, 2012 at 8:53 PM

Hyderabad, Dec 20 (IANS) Singapore, due to its proximity, accessibility and the tourist attractions, remains a preferred holiday destination for Indians despite the slowdown in the economy, said a top official of Singapore Tourism Board.

Spirit to just make a film no longer exists: Arshad

December 12, 2012 at 3:44 PM

Mumbai, Dec 12 (IANS) While there have been a lot of positives in the Indian film industry in the last 100 years, the spirit to just make a film is lost in the race to make money, feels actor Arshad Warsi.

Narmada still waiting for right script, says Govinda

December 8, 2012 at 4:20 PM

Mumbai, Dec 8 (IANS) Govinda's daughter Narmada's Bollywood debut has always been the talk of the town, but nothing materialised. The veteran actor says she is still waiting for the right script to come her way.

Gaga goes on exciting safari

December 2, 2012 at 3:55 PM

Cape Town, Dec 2 (IANS) Singer Lady Gaga says she got a chance to get a close glimpse of lions when she recently went on a safari trip in Johannesburg.

India's luxury Maharajas' Express lures Americans

November 21, 2012 at 9:54 AM

Washington, Nov 21 (IANS) India's famed Maharajas' Express is making select stops on the US West Coast to showcase its luxurious amenities to North American travellers who want to experience Incredible India by stepping back into time.

Five footballers killed in Kenya road accident

November 18, 2012 at 9:39 PM

Malindi (Kenya), Nov 18 (IANS) At least five football players from Kola Beach Football Club died on the spot and dozens were injured after their vehicle was involved in a grisly accident near the Kenyan coastal resort town of Malindi Sunday, officials said.

Tata Motor's upgraded Aria likely by December

November 16, 2012 at 5:30 PM

Kolkata, Nov 16 (IANS) Tata Motors is planning to launch an upgraded version of its utility vehicle Aria by December this year, a company official said Friday.

'Delhi Safari' in Oscar race, Advani thrilled

November 8, 2012 at 4:29 PM

Mumbai, Nov 8 (IANS) Filmmaker Nikhil Advani's 3D animation movie "Delhi Safari" has been shortlisted for consideration for the best animated feature film category for the 85th Oscars. He is thrilled and urges Indian studios to start investing in such projects.

'Delhi Safari', 'Hey Krishna' in run for Oscar nod

November 3, 2012 at 2:39 PM

Los Angeles, Nov 3 (IANS) Indian animation films "Delhi Safari" and "Hey Krishna" ("Krishna Aur Kans") have been submitted for shortlist for the best animated feature film category of the 85th Academy Awards.

'A seagull stole my smartphone' among weirdest mobile phone insurance claims

October 25, 2012 at 2:15 PM

London, October 25 (ANI): The top 10 weirdest mobile phone insurance claims have been revealed, including a farmer who lost his iPhone inside a cow, a woman who baked her handset into a Victoria Sponge and another lady whose smartphone was snatched by a seagull.

'The Jungle Book' is Boman's all-time favourite

October 6, 2012 at 2:38 PM

Mumbai, Oct 6 (IANS) Boman Irani, who has lent his voice to Bagga the Bear in upcoming 3D animated film "Delhi Safari", reveals his personal all-time favourite animated film is the 1967 film "The Jungle Book".

Double 'dhamaal' for Juhi Chawla this Diwali

October 4, 2012 at 7:18 PM

New Delhi, Oct 4 (IANS) Actress Juhi Chawla is in for double celebrations this Diwali Nov 13. The special occasion will not only witness the release of her new film "Son of Sardaar" (SOS), it also happens to be her birthday.

Double 'dhamaal' for Juhi Chawla this Diwali

October 4, 2012 at 7:18 PM

New Delhi, Oct 4 (IANS) Actress Juhi Chawla is in for double celebrations this Diwali. The day will not only witness the release of her new film "Son of Sardaar" (SOS), it also happens to be her birthday.

Tata Motors September sales down 4 percent

October 1, 2012 at 6:06 PM

New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) Automobile major Tata Motors Monday reported a decline of four percent in its total sales, including exports, for the month of September at 75,773 units.

'Delhi Safari' a full entertainer: Nikhil Advani

September 29, 2012 at 4:34 PM

Mumbai, Sep 29 (IANS) Nikhil Advani says his new directorial "Delhi Safari" is a complete entertainer, packed with great music.

YouTube launches new iPhone app

September 11, 2012 at 2:50 PM

Washington, Sept 11 (ANI): Video-sharing website YouTube has finally launched its long-awaited app for the Apple iPhone.

Three Lucknow students die in accident

September 5, 2012 at 9:21 AM

Lucknow, Sep 5 (IANS) Three Lucknow university students were killed and three injured when their car turned turtle here late Tuesday, police said.

India to experience a night safari in Greater Noida soon

August 29, 2012 at 5:23 PM

The initial phase of first night safari in India is likely to start very soon in National Capital Region Greater Noida...

Debate rages over judges who fall asleep on the job (The Funny Side)

August 24, 2012 at 11:20 AM

A dramatic controversy is raging in the corridors of international justice. We all know judges have to be present at trials. But do they have to be paying attention? Do they have to be awake? And, here's the cruncher - do they have to be alive?

Rosario Dawson flaunts Amit GT's design

August 22, 2012 at 4:16 PM

New Delhi, Aug 22 (IANS) Cuban actress Rosario Dawson, known for her roles in "Men In Black II" and "Zookeeper", flaunted Indian designer Amit GT's creation while posing for an international fashion magazine.

One killed, 19 injured in blast near Karachi's Safari Park

August 17, 2012 at 9:40 PM

Karachi, Aug.17 (ANI): In what could be another case of sectarian-related violence, at least one person was killed and 19 others injured in a blast near the Safari Park in Karachi.

Nikhil Advani dedicates 'Delhi Safari' to daughter

August 17, 2012 at 1:08 PM

Mumbai, Aug 17 (IANS) Nikhil Advani puts "Patiala House" failure past behind him and gears up for his next project "Delhi Safari" and says that the 3D animation movie is for his six-year-old daughter, Keya.

Overacting easy for Boman Irani

August 10, 2012 at 1:53 PM

Mumbai, Aug 10 (IANS) Actor Boman Irani reveals that dubbing for animation film "Delhi Safari" required a lot of exaggeration and he found it easy as as he is brilliant at "overacting".

Google to pay 'largest ever' $22.5mln fine for bypassing users' privacy settings

August 10, 2012 at 10:25 AM

Washington, Aug 10 (ANI): Internet search giant Google has agreed to pay a 22.5 million dollars fine to settle charges with US regulators that it bypassed the privacy settings of customers using Apple's Safari browser.

Apple removes YouTube app from upcoming iPhone, iPad in latest snub to Google

August 8, 2012 at 10:49 AM

London, Aug 8 (ANI): Tech giant Apple has announced that its upcoming version of iPhone and iPad software will not include a pre-loaded app for Google's popular video sharing website YouTube.

Tata Motors logs 15 percent sales growth

August 1, 2012 at 6:43 PM

Chennai, Aug 1 (IANS) Tata Motors logged 15 percent sales growth in July over the corresponding month in 2011.

'Travel writing going beyond mere sight-seeling, beaches & cocktails'

July 24, 2012 at 2:11 PM

New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) Move over bare-boned travel listings couched in a flourish of words. Powerful transformation stories about people and places are the fashion of travel writings of the day.

Google may pay $22.5mln for bypassing privacy settings using Apple Safari browser

July 10, 2012 at 5:20 PM

Washington, July 10 (ANI): Internet search giant Google is close to paying 22.5 million dollars to settle charges that it bypassed the privacy settings of customers using Apple's Safari browser, according to a repot.

Oz online retailer imposes 'world's first tax' on Microsoft Internet Explorer 7

June 15, 2012 at 12:55 PM

Washington, June 15 (ANI): An Australian online retailer, Kogan.com, has introduced the world's first "tax" on Microsoft's Internet Explorer 7 (IE7) browser.

iOS 6: Major features

June 12, 2012 at 6:39 PM

With the launch of iOS 6 by the tech giant Apple, Apple's mobile device users will get some enhanced features in addition to the mapping service and an in-built bond with Facebook. iOS 6 is likely to have more than 200 added features and will be upgraded for free in the iPhones released since 2009 and on the I PAD models released this year. Moreover, the software will be compatible to iPod Touch devices also. Some of the major features of iOS 6 can be listed as:

Apple's iOS6 at WWDC, its features and removal of the Google maps

June 12, 2012 at 12:12 PM

User will only get their hands on Apple's new iOS 6 later in this year (most probably in last quarter). Much awaited operating system of Apple was unveiled at keynote presentation during World Wide Developer Conference (WWDC) in San Francisco on Monday.

Pakistan probes smuggling of wild animals from Tanzania

June 11, 2012 at 9:11 AM

Islamabad, June 11 (IANS) Pakistan has launched an investigation into the alleged smuggling of wild animals, including elephants and lions, from Tanzania in southeastern Africa.

Uttar Pradesh's Asiatic Lion safari plan finalised

June 10, 2012 at 6:40 PM

Etawah (Uttar Pradesh), June 10 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh Wildlife Department has completed the master plan for the state's first Lion Safari in Etawah. The department now plans to make the safari operational within a month's time.

Dance about energy, passion: Karan Johar

June 8, 2012 at 2:08 PM

Mumbai, June 8 (IANS) Filmmaker Karan Johar, who will be one of the judges in the fifth season of the dance reality show "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa", says although he is not a dancer, his experience behind the screen has made him understand what dance is all about.

Apple plans to add Baidu search engine to Chinese iPhones: Report

June 8, 2012 at 11:12 AM

Washington, June 8 (ANI): Tech giant Apple has reportedly planned to add search engine Baidu as an option in China for its iPhone Safari app's search window.

There's more to Italian food than pizzas, pastas

June 4, 2012 at 6:08 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) After delighting food lovers with mouth-watering cuisines from across the globe, FOX Traveller will now tantalize your taste buds with the Italian Food Safari.

Work on Night Safari to start in UP

May 30, 2012 at 3:27 PM

Lucknow, May 30 (IANS) An ambitious Night wildlife Safari project - the first in India - might see the light of the day sooner than later at Greater Noida adjoining Delhi.

Now, Yahoo! Inc. launches own browser 'Axis'

May 25, 2012 at 11:08 AM

Washington, May 25 (ANI): American web giant Yahoo has launched a web browser called Axis, in a bid to define the company and its goals.

Yahoo plug-in brings new visual delight

May 24, 2012 at 8:20 PM

London, May 24 (IANS) Yahoo has entered the browser wars with the release of an iPad and iPhone app and a desktop plug-in that spruces up your current browser, Daily Mail reported Thursday.

Now, a magazine for adventure tourism buffs

May 18, 2012 at 4:02 PM

New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) A new bi-monthly magazine, Explore, to cater to the growing number of adventure tourism enthusiasts in the subcontinent hit the stands Friday.

Google could face $10mln fine for hacking Apple's Safari browser

May 7, 2012 at 12:54 PM

Washington, May 7 (ANI): Internet search giant Google could face a fine of over 10 million dollars for allegedly hacking Apple's Safari browser to target users with ads, according to a report.

Camel safari, night viewing, cycle track and boating around Taj Mahal soon

May 4, 2012 at 3:02 PM

Lucknow, May 4 (IANS) The Taj Mahal may soon be opened up for night viewing, from a safe distance though. The Uttar Pradesh government is working on a roadmap to allow night viewing and a host of other measures to "pep up tourism at Agra", one of India's top tourist destinations.

Tata Motors sales down 7 percent in April

May 1, 2012 at 2:50 PM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) Automobile major Tata Motors Tuesday reported a decline of 7 percent in its total sales including exports in April which stood at 60,086 units from 64,383 units sold in the corresponding period of last year.

Now, Google offers 15,000 3D 'photo tours' of world landmarks

April 27, 2012 at 4:50 PM

Washington, Apr 27(ANI): Google has created 15,000 free 'photo tours' of world landmarks, which create a '3D' scene from tourist photographs.

Three crocodiles escape custody in China

April 19, 2012 at 8:05 PM

Beijing, April 19 (IANS) Three crocodiles broke loose and escaped in China while being moved to a new location in the Yancheng Safari Park in Jiangsu province.

Mob torces four vehicles in Lucknow

March 30, 2012 at 6:30 PM

Lucknow, March 30 (IANS) An irate mob torched four vehicles in the old city of Lucknow Friday, leading to panic and tension in the Uttar Pradesh capital.

1st gorilla genome map sheds light on human evolution

March 10, 2012 at 9:22 PM

Washington, Mar 10 (ANI): Scientists have announced that they have completed the genome sequence for the gorilla.

1st gorilla genome map sheds light on human evolution

March 10, 2012 at 11:38 AM

Washington, Mar 10 (ANI): Scientists have announced that they have completed the genome sequence for the gorilla.

Google bypassed Apple's privacy settings to track web-browsing habits of iPhone users

February 18, 2012 at 7:49 PM

London, Feb 18 (ANI): Google has come under fire after it emerged that the Internet search giant tracked the web-browsing habits of millions of iPhone users without their consent by bypassing privacy settings built into Apple's Safari web browser.

Google bypassed Apple's privacy settings to track web-browsing habits of iPhone users

February 18, 2012 at 11:55 AM

London, Feb 18 (ANI): Google has come under fire after it emerged that the Internet search giant tracked the web-browsing habits of millions of iPhone users without their consent by bypassing privacy settings built into Apple's Safari web browser.

Egyptian Tourism and Egypt Air see recovery in tourism

December 23, 2011 at 1:29 PM

New Delhi, Dec 23 (ANI): In order to woo tourists travel to Egypt post the democratic movement and strategic elections in the process, Egypt Air has introduced five flights week to Cairo from Mumbai.

Mamata Banerjee pays homage to AMRI Hospital victims

December 12, 2011 at 7:45 PM

Kolkata, Dec 12 (ANI): West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday paid homage to the victims, who died in the devastating fire that took place at the AMRI Hospital in Kolkata last week.

Motor sports enthusiasts participate in Siliguri car rally

November 10, 2011 at 6:00 PM

Siliguri (West Bengal), Nov.10 (ANI): The 'Eastern Mountain Safari' a car rally began in Siliguri, West Bengal, on Thursday.

Internet Explorer users are dumb: Study

July 31, 2011 at 3:04 PM

Washington, July 31 (ANI): Do you use Microsoft's Internet Explorer to browse the web? If yes, your IQ level is likely to be lower than those who use Chrome and Firefox, a new study has shown.

IPad users like to lounge in easy chairs, browse on Safari: Report

July 12, 2011 at 4:36 PM

Los Angeles, July 12 (ANI): Most owners (51 percent) spent more quality with their Apple iPads in the comfort of a couch or easy chair than in their office (only six percent), at work (seven percent), in the bedroom (17 percent) or in the kitchen (six percent).

Has Palin bought a house in Arizona?

May 23, 2011 at 5:01 PM

Phoenix (Arizona), May 23 (ANI): For months, rumors have circulated in Arizona political circles that former Alaska governor and possible 2012 presidential contender Sarah Palin either was shopping for homes in Scottsdale or had already bought one.

Monkey test for Man U player Rooney

May 8, 2011 at 4:52 PM

London, May8 (ANI): England striker Wayne Rooney, off the field, had a game to play - this time the opposition didn't include a 11-men side but a troop of baboons that took a ride on his car and broke a windscreen wiper.

Monkey test for Man U player Rooney

May 8, 2011 at 4:36 PM

London, May8 (ANI): England striker Wayne Rooney, off the field, had a game to play - this time the opposition didn't include a 11-men side but a troop of baboons that took a ride on his car and broke a windscreen wiper.

Now, visually explore space, time using Google's time machine!

April 25, 2011 at 4:54 PM

Washington, April 26 (ANI): Google has created a time machine with which one can simultaneously explore space and time at extremely high resolutions.

8 in 10 web browsers vulnerable to hackers, criminals

February 19, 2011 at 5:01 PM

London, Feb 19 (ANI): A research has found that as many as 8 in 10 web browsers are vulnerable to hackers and criminals because they are not kept up-to-date.

Palin aide rejects media report that she dropped words retreat, reloading from her speech

February 1, 2011 at 1:57 PM

Reno (California, US), Feb.1 (ANI): A key aide of former Alaska Governor and 2008 Republican vice-presidential nominee Sarah Palin has confirmed that the latter did use two controversial phrases - "Don't retreat, reload" and "Don't retreat, stand tall" - during a recent speech here.

900m Internet Explorer users at risk as Microsoft warns of security flaw

February 1, 2011 at 12:29 PM

London, Feb 1 (ANI): Microsoft has warned that the 900 million users of its Internet Explorer web browser are at risk of having their computers hijacked and their personal information stolen by hackers.

Kaziranga National Park attracts tourists

January 21, 2011 at 7:33 PM

Golaghat/Nagaon (Assam), Jan.21 (ANI): Assam's Kaziranga Wildlife Sanctuary is seeing a huge influx of tourists, domestic as well as foreign, suggesting that the militant threat in the area is on the wane.

Tourists flock to Kaziranga National Park

January 18, 2011 at 6:25 PM

Golaghat (Assam), Jan 18 (ANI): India's famous Kaziranga National Park (KNP) in Assam has created a niche for itself, as thousands of tourists thronged the wildlife sanctuary most famous for the one-horned rhinoceros.

Web bug allows porn sites to hijack history files of visitors

December 3, 2010 at 2:01 PM

London, Dec 3 (ANI): A study has found that a web bug that allows sites to hijack the history files of visitors is being used by porn websites.

Patil accorded warm welcome in UAE, trade, energy security on her agenda

November 22, 2010 at 3:48 PM

Abu Dhabi, Nov.22 (ANI): President Pratibha Devisingh Patil, who arrived in United Arab Emirate capital Abu Dhabi on her maiden visit to the Gulf on Sunday evening, was on Monday, accorded a warm ceremonial welcome.

World biggest hybrid cat is half lion, half tiger!

November 9, 2010 at 3:56 PM

Melbourne, Nov 9 (ANI): A wildlife reserve in the US has unveiled the world's biggest hybrid cat - which is half tiger, half lion - or a liger.

Surily Goel fashion show displays western wear in Mumbai

September 4, 2010 at 4:58 PM

Mumbai, Sep 4 (ANI): Fashion designer Surily Goel showcased her latest western wear collection inspired from the theme of Jungle Safari here recently.

Experts warn against iPhone security flaw

August 5, 2010 at 12:46 PM

London, Aug 5 (ANI): A hole in Apple's iOS for iPhone, iPad and iPod could make the devices vulnerable to remote attackers, warned security firms.

China's hairiest man set to undergo surgery to gain movie stardom

July 24, 2010 at 4:40 PM

London, July 24 (ANI): China's hairiest man is set to undergo surgery to enhance his appearance in a bid to gain international movie stardom.

Now, dating site for people who love Apple products

June 11, 2010 at 4:56 PM

Wellington, June 11 (ANI): Boys and girls, who love Apple products, can strike new romances based on their favourite gadgets on a new website, called Cupidtino.

France lingerie ambassador makes brief incursion into UK market

June 6, 2010 at 12:50 PM

London, June 6 (ANI): A woman, who is France's ambassador in Britain for lingerie, has taken up a campaign bankrolled by the Sarkozy Government, to get British women into French underwear.

'Spooky' technique exhumes graves long lost

April 17, 2010 at 4:05 PM

Washington, April 17 (ANI): Canadian scientists are using hyperspectral imaging, a technique that detects minor changes in light from plants and soil caused by a decomposing body, to find unmarked animal graves.

Animal lovers slam Thailand's orangutan kick boxing matches

April 12, 2010 at 6:08 PM

New York, April 12 (ANI): A safari theme park in Thailand has been slammed by animal lovers for its macabre way of attracting tourists by featuring orangutan kick boxing matches.

Three killed in Assam road mishap

March 31, 2010 at 1:17 PM

Guwahati, Mar 31 (ANI): At least three persons were killed and another one injured when a Tata Safari collided head on with a Truck at Lampara on National Highway 37 near Guwahati today.

iPhone's 'wobbling breasts' app sparks row

February 20, 2010 at 2:34 PM

London, February 20 (ANI): Apple has decided to pull the plug on its application called Wobble iBoobs after receiving "numerous complaints" from customers.

7 killed, eight injured in head-on-collision between two vehicles near Guwahati

February 19, 2010 at 12:08 PM

Guwahati, Feb 19 (ANI): At least seven persons were killed and around eight others injured in a head-on-collision between a loaded truck and a Tata Safari car, around 40 kilometers from here.

Camel safari expedition from Bikaner to Jaisalmer

February 9, 2010 at 9:18 PM

Bikaner, Feb 9(ANI): A camel safari expedition from Bikaner to Jaisalmer by 323 Air Defence Regiment was flagged off from Bikaner Army Cantonment on Monday by Major General Y.N. Sharma, AAD of South Western Command.

Heat convectors keep tigers warm at Ludhiana Zoo

January 13, 2010 at 12:39 PM

Ludhiana, Jan 13 (ANI): Tigers at the Tiger Safari Zoo in Ludhiana have been provided with blowers to keep them safe from the biting cold.

Ansari heads for jungle safari after state banquet

January 10, 2010 at 4:07 PM

Gaborone (Botswana), Jan.10 (ANI): Indian Vice-President Mohammad Hamid Ansari, his wife Salma Ansari and some members of the delegation accompanying him on his tri-nation tour of southern Africa, left this morning for Kasane, about 1200 kilometers from here, for a day and night jungle safari and boat cruise.

Rare Iron Age 'bling' necklaces to be displayed in Scotland

November 5, 2009 at 2:02 PM

London, November 5 (ANI): Four gold necklaces belonging to the Iron Age are set to go on display at the Museum of Scotland.

Jessica Simpson flaunts bikini bod in front of thousands in Sin City

October 6, 2009 at 1:17 PM

Washington, October 06 (ANI): Jessica Simpson recently flashed skin wearing a bikini in front of thousands at a party in Sin City to celebrate sister Ashlee's 25th birthday.

Salman Khan finds catwalk not as easy as acting

September 26, 2009 at 1:23 PM

Mumbai, Sept 26 (ANI): Bollywood actor Salman Khan has said that walking the ramp was not as easy as acting.

Sikkim promotes traditional sports

September 17, 2009 at 6:19 PM

Gangtok, Sep 17(ANI): In order to preserve the essence of its culture, Sikkim is trying to revive its age-old traditional sports like archery, and bamboo fight, which are an indispensable ingredient of the culture of the state.

Malay granddad hopes to set Guinness world record with 342km trek

September 15, 2009 at 5:42 PM

Kuala Lumpur, Sep 15 (ANI): A Malay grandfather has set his heart on entering the Guinness Book of Records with a 342km trek from Sandakan to the state capital by walking backwards.

Meet Five, the elephant, who knows how to play harmonica!

August 13, 2009 at 6:08 PM

London, Aug 13 (ANI): An elephant in West Midlands Safari Park knows how to play the harmonica.

Leopard caught on camera while taking a relaxing dip in spa hot tub

July 9, 2009 at 4:09 PM

London, July 9 (ANI): It seems that leopards too believe in beauty treatments, for a wild big cat was recently caught on camera taking a break from her cubs with a relaxing dip in an outdoor spa hot tub.

Lightweight saddles to ease burden of elephants

May 28, 2009 at 10:47 AM

Jaipur, May 28 (ANI): A Canada-based voluntary organization working for the cause of animals has come to the rescue of jumbos in Jaipur, by providing them with lightweight saddles to ease their burden.

Missile deal with Russia on track, says Iran

April 16, 2009 at 2:11 PM

Moscow, April 16 (RIA Novosti) There are no obstacles to the delivery of Russian S-300 surface-to-air missile systems to Tehran, Iran's deputy foreign minister has said.

Auto makers riding hopes on campaign-bound politicians

April 8, 2009 at 1:46 PM

New Delhi, April 8 (IANS) Call it the election drive! Indian automobile makers are looking forward to the elections to rev up sales of sports utility vehicles (SUVs) as politicians and supporters hit the campaign trail.

Famous pork pie producing British town now has an Arab twin

March 28, 2009 at 4:32 PM

London, Mar 28 (ANI): The Wiltshire town of Trowbridge, famous for producing pork pies, has become the first town in Britain to be twinned with a Muslim Arab town.