Sardar Krishinagar

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

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

Vinod Rai made audit office a potent people's watchdog

May 21, 2013 at 11:50 AM

New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) Comptroller and Auditor General Vinod Rai, who demits office Wednesday, will be remembered for turning the statutory body into a pugnacious watchdog of good governance and administrative integrity at a time when India is experiencing the need for greater transparency and a rebalancing of power that has tilted over the years towards the executive.

Fan celebrates Madhuri Dixit's birthday in Ranchi

May 15, 2013 at 12:30 PM

Ranchi, May 15 (ANI): A die-hard fan of Bollywood actress, Madhuri Dixit celebrated her 46th birthday with fervour in Ranchi on Wednesday.

Pak's PPP to issue white paper on 'rigging in Punjab'

May 15, 2013 at 11:42 AM

Karachi, May 15 (ANI): The Secretary General of Pakistan People's Party (PPP) has said that massive rigging took place in the Punjab during the elections and that a white paper would be issued after collecting evidence in this regard.

Sardar recommended for Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna

May 4, 2013 at 3:16 PM

New Delhi, May 4 (IANS) Hockey India (HI) Saturday recommended Sardar Singh for the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna.

Modi asks Rahul why one guy cannot set everything right

April 29, 2013 at 12:20 AM

Bangalore, April 29 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi late Sunday challenged Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi on why one man (guy) cannot set everything right and offered to show to do it.

Sardar to lead India in FIH World League Round 3

April 26, 2013 at 7:24 PM

New Delhi, April 26 (IANS) Sardar Singh will be leading a 18-man India squad for the FIH Men's Hockey World League Round-3 (semi-finals) to be played at Rotterdam, Netherlands, June 13-23.

Tutul regains lead in junior golf

April 18, 2013 at 7:16 PM

New Delhi, April 18 (IANS) Tutul Ali returned to the top of the leaderboard with a steady even-par 70 that gave him a one-shot lead over Mohan Sardar (72) in the Usha-IGU Delhi Junior Golf Championships here at the Qutub Golf Course Thursday.

Attack on Pak political candidate's convoy kills 3 family members

April 16, 2013 at 5:32 PM

Islamabad, Apr. 16 (ANI): The convoy of PML-N Balochistan chapter president Sardar Sanaullah Zehri was attacked in his area of Zehri as he was returning from an election campaign.

Mumbai girl tops GRE with full marks (With Image)

April 3, 2013 at 8:29 PM

Mumbai, April 3 (IANS) Mumbai girl Ashwini Nene has topped the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) -- a pre-requisite for admissions to most US graduate schools and for some other countries - by scoring full marks of 340/340, an official said here Wednesday.

Mumbai girl tops GRE with full marks (With Image)

April 3, 2013 at 7:16 PM

Mumbai, April 3 (IANS) A Mumbai girl has topped the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) -- a pre-requisite for admissions to most US graduate schools and for some other countries -- by scoring full marks of 340/340, an official said here Wednesday.

No change in situation of 'Base Camp' Azad Kashmir: Sardar Shaukat Ali Kashmiri

March 25, 2013 at 1:06 PM

Geneva, Mar. 25 (ANI): There has been no change in the situation in Azad Kashmir. From 1947 till date, it has been a security zone and officially Pakistan and its allied forces has called it a base camp, the place where there is military presence, said Sardar Shaukat Ali Kashmiri, the chairman of the United Kashmir People's National Party.

Maoist arrested in West Bengal

March 23, 2013 at 1:06 PM

Kolkata, March 23 (IANS) A Maoist guerrilla involved in several cases of violence including the killing of a CPI-M leader was arrested from West Bengal's Bankura district Saturday, police said.

Zardari quits PPP co-chairman post

March 23, 2013 at 9:30 AM

Islamabad, Mar 23 (ANI): Asif Ali Zardari has quit the office of Pakistan Peoples Party's (PPP) co-chairman, making his son Bilawal Bhutto the party's patron-in-chief.

Ajay turns multi-lingual for 'Himmatwala'

March 17, 2013 at 6:22 PM

New Delhi, March 17 (IANS) Actor Ajay Devgn will be seen speaking in five languages in his forthcoming movie "Himmatwala".

Hockey India congratulates Sardar, Ritu

March 5, 2013 at 4:35 PM

New Delhi, March 5 (IANS) Hockey India (HI) Tuesday congratulated Indian midfielder Sardar Singh for winning the Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) Player of the Year (Men) award for 2011 and Ritu Rani, captain of the India women's team, for winning the Player of the Year (Junior women) award for the same year.

Bandara holds three shot lead on Day 3

February 28, 2013 at 6:59 PM

New Delhi, Feb 28 (IANS) Overnight leader Sri Lanka's Vijitha Bandara shot one-over 73 to hold the lead on Day 3 of the eighth NCR Cup here at the Delhi Golf Club Thursday.

Shinde's saffron remarks to cover up the scams and corruption: Goel

February 19, 2013 at 6:20 PM

Newly elected Delh State BJP President Vijay Goel has said that by terming BJP and RSS as terrorist, the Home Minister as degraded the dignity and importance of his post.

Round 2 of Hockey World League kicks off on Monday

February 18, 2013 at 3:12 PM

12 teams will fight for the top spots of the Hockey World League Round-2 at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium here from Feb 18-24.

India's Hockey World League kicks off Monday

February 17, 2013 at 9:29 PM

New Delhi, Feb 17 (IANS) Twelve teams will fight for the top spots of the Hockey World League Round-2 at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium here from Feb 18-24.

HIL experience will stand in good stead: Sardar Singh

February 15, 2013 at 5:22 PM

New Delhi, Feb 15 (IANS) India hockey captain Sardar Singh Friday said the Hero Hockey World League Round 2, starting here Monday, will be a good exposure for the youngsters in the team.

Modi meets PM, discusses Gujarat

February 6, 2013 at 3:15 PM

New Delhi, Feb 6 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi Wednesday called on Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and sought his intervention on issues related to the state.

Congress leader Modhwadia pulls up Modi for raising Narmada river, gas pricing issues with PM

February 6, 2013 at 2:35 PM

Ahmedabad, Feb. 6 (ANI): Gujarat Congress President Arjun Modhwadia on Wednesday lashed out at Chief Minister Narendra Modi for raising issues such as Narmada river and gas pricing with Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, and said playing politics and doing nothing in this regard has been the catch phrase of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Government in the state.

Modi meets PM, discusses problems faced by Gujarat

February 6, 2013 at 12:36 PM

New Delhi, Feb 6 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi Wednesday met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and apprised him of problems being faced by his state in various areas.

Modi meets PM, gives memorandum on Sardar Sarovar

February 6, 2013 at 11:15 AM

New Delhi, Feb 6 (IANS) It was a good meeting that lasted for a quite a while, Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi said Wednesday after meeting Prime Minister Manmohan Singh here.

Sardar to lead India in Hockey World League

February 5, 2013 at 2:38 PM

New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) Sardar Singh will lead India's 18-man squad Hockey India in the Hero Hockey World League Round 2 to be played at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium here Feb 18-24.

Delhi Waveriders held 2-2 by Ranchi Rhinos

January 30, 2013 at 11:18 PM

New Delhi, Jan 30 (IANS) Delhi Waveriders drew 2-2 with second placed Ranchi Rhinos to maintain their unbeaten record in the Hero Hockey India League at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium here Wednesday.

Upbeat Rhinos hoping to conquer Delhi Waveriders

January 29, 2013 at 8:30 PM

New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) Ranchi Rhinos would look to avenging their home loss against Delhi Waveriders when the two face-off Wednesday for the top-of-the-table clash in the inaugural edition of the Hero Hockey India League at the National Stadium here.

HIL: Delhi Waveriders hold off Mumbai Magicians

January 26, 2013 at 10:00 PM

New Delhi, Jan 26 (IANS) Delhi Waveriders extended their unbeaten run in the Hockey India League by getting past the winless Mumbai Magicians 4-3 at the Major Dhyan Chand Stadium here Saturday.

Rhinos banking on home support to stall Waveriders

January 22, 2013 at 6:16 PM

Ranchi, Jan 22 (IANS) Ranchi Rhinos will be banking on home support as they aim to halt the march of league leaders Delhi Waveriders in their second home game of the Hockey India League (HIL) at the Astroturf Hockey Stadium here Wednesday.

HIL: Delhi Waveriders pull off thriller

January 16, 2013 at 10:41 PM

New Delhi, Jan 16 (IANS) The Delhi Waveriders clinched a thriller against Mumbai Magicians in the Hockey India League match here Wednesday after opposition skipper Sandeep Singh missed a penalty stroke in the dying minutes.

HIL: Delhi Waveriders take on Mumbai Magicians

January 15, 2013 at 7:46 PM

New Delhi, Jan 15 (IANS) Having got off to a winning start in the Hockey India League (HIL), Delhi Waveriders would try to maintain their position at the top of the points table when they take on Mumbai Magicians at the Major Dhyan Chand Stadium here Wednesday.

Delhi Waveriders edge out Punjab Warriors in HIL opener

January 14, 2013 at 10:09 PM

New Delhi, Jan 14 (IANS) Delhi Waveriders made a winning start in the inaugural Hockey India League, outsmarting the star-studded Jaypee Punjab Warriors 2-1 in the tournament opener at the Major Dhyan Chand Stadium here Monday.

High expectations from Hockey India League

January 13, 2013 at 6:33 PM

New Delhi, Jan 13 (IANS) Can Hockey India League (HIL) change the lifestyle of hockey players similar to cricketers who found an El Dorado in the Indian Premier League?

Delhi take on Punjab in HIL opener (Preview)

January 13, 2013 at 5:29 PM

New Delhi, Jan 13 (IANS) The much awaited Hockey India League (HIL) will finally take off Monday when home team Delhi Waveriders take on Jaypee Punjab Warriors in the opener at the Major Dhyan Chand Stadium here.

'Work - this is the time!': Modi's New Year message

January 1, 2013 at 11:58 AM

Ahmedabad, Jan 1 (ANI): Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi has greeted the nation on the occasion of New Year 2013, and said this is the time to decide the future.

Rapper Honey Singh booked for 'vulgar' song

December 31, 2012 at 9:17 PM

Lucknow, Dec 31 (IANS) A first information report (FIR) was filed against Punjabi rapper here Monday over allegedly vulgar lyrics of his song, the complainant said.

Young bowlers handled pressure well: Dhoni

December 28, 2012 at 9:25 PM

Ahmedabad, Dec 28 (IANS) India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni was all praise for his young bowling attack that held its nerve in the death overs during the 11-run win over Pakistan in the second encounter of the drawn Twenty20 international series at the Sardar Patel Stadium, Motera, Friday.

India beat Pakistan by 11 runs, draw Twenty20 series

December 28, 2012 at 8:53 PM

Ahmedabad, Dec 28 (IANS) India squared the two-match Twenty20 International series 1-1, beating Pakistan by 11 runs in the second encounter at the Sardar Patel Stadium, Motera, here Friday.

India takes revenge at Motera, beats Pakistan by 11 runs to level T20 series

December 28, 2012 at 8:45 PM

Ahmedabad, Dec 28(ANI): India beat Pakistan by 11 runs in the second Twenty20 played at the Sardar Patel Gujarat Stadium in Motera on Friday to level the series 1-1.

India beat Pakistan by 11 runs

December 28, 2012 at 8:37 PM

Ahmedabad, Dec 28 (IANS) India drew the two-match Twenty20 international series 1-1 with a 11-run win over Pakistan at the Sardar Patel Stadium here Friday.

Yuvraj on rampage, India set stiff 193-run target for Pak in Ahmedabad Twenty20

December 28, 2012 at 6:53 PM

Ahmedabad, Dec.28 (ANI): India on Friday set a stiff 193-run target for Pakistan after winning the toss and electing to bat in the second and final Twenty20 match that is being played at the Sardar Patel Gujarat Stadium in Motera near here.

India win toss, choose to bat in Ahmedabad Twenty20

December 28, 2012 at 6:53 PM

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

India set 193-run target for Pakistan

December 28, 2012 at 6:53 PM

Ahmedabad, Dec 28 (IANS) Riding on a career-best 72 by Yuvraj Singh, India posted a formidable 192 for five in 20 overs in the second and the final Twenty20 international against Pakistan at the Sardar Patel Stadium, Motera, here Friday.

Modi takes oath as Gujarat CM

December 26, 2012 at 12:21 PM

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

Narendra Modi to take oath as Gujarat CM

December 26, 2012 at 10:37 AM

Ahmedabad, Dec 26 (ANI): Narendra Modi will take oath as Gujarat's Chief Minister for the fourth time at Sardar Patel Stadium in Ahmedabad today.

Two Maoists surrender in West Bengal

December 25, 2012 at 3:01 PM

Kolkata, Dec 25 (IANS) Two Maoists Tuesday surrendered to police in West Bengal, police said.

Malala becomes symbol of hope as Pakistan in global spotlight (2012 in Retrospect)

December 21, 2012 at 1:49 PM

Islamabad, Dec 21 (IANS) The exit of prime minister Yousuf Raza Gilani, the attack on teenaged rights campaigner Malala Yousufzai, spiralling sectarian

Pakistan favourites to win Asian Champions Trophy: Nobbs

December 19, 2012 at 2:05 PM

Doha, Dec 19 (IANS) India's chief hockey coach Michael Nobbs feels that Pakistan, who finished third in the Champions Trophy, are favourites to win the Asian Champions Trophy that begins here from Dec 20.

Indian hockey players excited about big-ticket league

December 16, 2012 at 11:18 PM

New Delhi, Dec 16 (IANS) Indian hockey players Sardar Singh and Sandeep Singh Sunday hailed the prospect of lucrative money with the Hockey Indian League (HIL) and hoped it will be the turning point for the sport in the country.

Sardar, Raghunanth top draw at HIL auction

December 16, 2012 at 7:26 PM

New Delhi, Dec 16 (IANS) India's captain and star playmaker Sardar Singh became the highest paid player as he went for a whopping $78,000 to Delhi Wave Riders while Uttar Pradesh Wizards bought ace drag-flicker V.R. Raghunath for $76,000 at the Hockey India League (HIL) players' auction here Sunday.

Sardar Singh, Raghunath fetch highest prices at HIL auction

December 16, 2012 at 1:42 PM

New Delhi, Dec 16 (IANS) India's captain and one of the marquee players, Sardar Singh was sold to Delhi Wave Riders for the highest price of $78,000 while Bangalore's V.R. Raghunath fetched the second highest price of $76,000 for Uttar Pradesh Wizards here at the Hockey India League (HIL) players' auction Sunday.

Sardar Singh fetches highest price at HIL auction

December 16, 2012 at 1:02 PM

New Delhi, Dec 16 (IANS) Indian hockey team's captain and one of the marquee players, Sardar Singh was sold to the Delhi Wave Riders for the highest price of $78,000 here at the Hockey India League (HIL) players' auction Sunday.

HIL auction: Sardar, Sandeep top price charts

December 14, 2012 at 6:52 PM

New Delhi, Dec 14 (IANS) India's star hockey players Sardar Singh and Sandeep Singh have been surprisingly given the highest reserve price ahead of the world's top striker Jamie Dwyer for Hockey India League (HIL) player's auction slated for Sunday.

Iran plans to build oil refinery near Caspian Sea

December 11, 2012 at 4:08 PM

Tehran, Dec. 11 (Xinhua-ANI): The Iranian Oil Ministry plans to build an oil refinery near the Caspian Sea to refine the crude oil extracted from the sea, Tehran Times daily reported Tuesday.

Manmohan Singh to campaign in poll-bound Gujarat today

December 9, 2012 at 11:08 AM

Ahmedabad, Dec 9 (ANI): Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh will campaign on Sunday for the assembly polls in Gujarat.

India to take on Australia in Semi-Final of Hockey Champions Trophy

December 8, 2012 at 11:18 AM

India will face four-time champion Australia in the semifinal of Hockey Champions Trophy in Melbourne on Saturday.

Champions Trophy: India face touch challenge against Australia in semis (Preview)

December 7, 2012 at 5:32 PM

Melbourne, Dec 7 (IANS) India face a huge task as they lock horns against 12-time champions Australia in the semifinals of the 34th edition of the FIH Champions Trophy hockey here Saturday.

India hockey squad announced for Asian Champions Trophy

December 7, 2012 at 4:44 PM

New Delhi, Dec 7 (IANS) Sardar Singh will lead defending champions India in the Asian Champions Trophy hockey to be held in Doha, Qatar Dec 20-27.

Pak SC dissolves one-man Suddle Commission probing Arsalan Iftikhar case

December 7, 2012 at 4:36 PM

Islamabad, Dec. 7 (ANI): The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ordered that the one-man Shoaib Suddle Commission, which was formed to probe the Arsalan Iftikhar case, be dissolved.

Champions Trophy: India continue dream run, reach semis

December 6, 2012 at 2:36 PM

Melbourne, Dec 6 (IANS) India reached the last four of the FIH Champions Trophy hockey for the first time since 2004 after defeating Belgium 1-0 in a nail-biting quarterfinal match here Thursday.

Modi says Congress has 'anti-Gujarat mindset'

December 2, 2012 at 7:15 PM

Ahmedabad, Dec 2 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi Sunday launched an attack on the Congress, accusing it of having an "anti-Gujarat mindset" and opposing his developmental programmes.

SOS crosses Rs.100 crore mark in India

November 29, 2012 at 7:43 PM

New Delhi, Nov 29 (IANS) Bollywood's Diwali release "Son Of Sardaar" has finally crossed the Rs.100 crore mark at the India box office.

Education in Taliban areas priority: Pakistani minister (Interview)

November 25, 2012 at 1:33 PM

New Delhi, Nov 25 (IANS) As teen activist Malala Yousafzai recovers after being shot by the Taliban for advocating girl's education, Pakistan's Education Minister Sardar Shah Jehan said spreading education in Taliban?infested areas topped the government's agenda.

Jab Tak Hai Jaan earns 101 crore in India, 150 crore worldwide in 11 days

November 25, 2012 at 11:25 AM

Jab Tak Hai Jaan (JTHJ) has crossed the 100 crore mark and has earned Rs.101.26 crore at Indian Box Office in 11 days.

India stretch Australia in Super Series hockey

November 23, 2012 at 7:46 PM

Perth, Nov 23 (IANS) India stretched the mighty Australia before losing 3?4 in their second match of the nine?a?side Lanco International Super Series hockey event here Friday.

India have to play German?style hockey: Nobbs

November 20, 2012 at 7:38 PM

New Delhi, Nov 20 (IANS) A youthful Indian hockey team will have its first big Test post the London disaster when they play in the Champions Trophy next month. Coach Michael Nobbs wants his wards to see Olympic Champions Germany as their model and hopes they respond well to the changes in the style of play.

JTHJ joins100 crore-club, makes Rs.120 cr in 6 days, SOS Rs.80.73 cr

November 20, 2012 at 12:45 PM

As expected, the lat directorial venture of legendary filmmaker Yash Chopra Jab Tak Hai Jaan (JTHJ) starring Shahrukh Khan, Katrina Kaif and Anushka Sharma enjoying its high time on the box-office with an significant collection of over Rs.120 crore worldwide in just six days of its release

Dhoni showers praise on Pujara

November 19, 2012 at 5:39 PM

Ahmedabad, Nov 19 (IANS) India cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni lauded Cheteshwar Pujara for his match?winning performance in the first Test match against England at the Sardar Patel Stadium here.

India marks its first victory in series against England

November 19, 2012 at 3:46 PM

As per the speculations India made its first victory against England on Monday in the four test match series at the Sardar Patel Stadium at Motera Though after a poor finish in the first innings (191/10), England made a good come back in the second inning with a respectful score of 406 for 10 wickets in follow on but could not save them from defeat.

India draw first blood in series against England

November 19, 2012 at 2:35 PM

Ahmedabad, Nov 19 (IANS) India Monday won the first cricket Test comfortably, making light work of a spirited fight back by England after following on.

India vs England: First Test?Day 4, Lunch scoreboard

November 18, 2012 at 12:35 PM

Ahmedabad, Nov 18 (IANS) Scoreboard at lunch on the fourth day of the first cricket Test between India and England at the Sardar Patel Stadium here Sunday.

Cook fights on as England lose top three (Lunch Report)

November 18, 2012 at 12:19 PM

Ahmedabad, Nov 18 (IANS) Captain Alistair Cook (batting 109) kept England in the game and propelled them to 182 for three in their second innings at lunch on day four of the first Test against India at the Sardar Patel Satdium in Motera here Sunday.

England 182/3 at Lunch, Day 4

November 18, 2012 at 11:55 AM

Ahmedabad, Nov 18 (IANS) England scored 182 for three at lunch in their second innings on day four of the first Test against India at the Sardar Patel Stadium in Motera here Sunday.

Cook leads England's fightback after follow?on

November 17, 2012 at 4:42 PM

Ahmedabad, Nov 17 (IANS) Captain Alistair Cook led the English fightback after they were made to follow on on day three of the first Test at the Sardar Patel Stadium at Motera here Saturday.

England 110/7 at Lunch, Day 3

November 17, 2012 at 11:46 AM

Ahmedabad, Nov 17 (IANS) Brilliant bowling by India's spin twins Ravichandran Ashwin and Pragyan Ojha reduced England to 110 for seven at lunch on day three of the first Test at Sardar Patel Stadium here Saturday.

England 41/3, trail by 480 at end of Day two

November 16, 2012 at 4:58 PM

Ahmedabad, Nov 16 (IANS) England ended the day's play at 41/3 on the second day of the first cricket Test against India at the Sardar Patel Stadium here Friday.

'Jab Tak Hai Jaan' and 'Son of Sardar' may soon join 100 crore club!

November 15, 2012 at 3:54 PM

Mumbai, November 15 (ANI): 'Jab Tak Hai Jaan' and 'Son Of Sardaar' have managed a grand opening at the box office with the Diwali release.

India 250/3 at tea against England on Day One

November 15, 2012 at 2:42 PM

Ahmedabad, Nov 15 (IANS) India were 250/3 at tea with Virender Sehwag scoring a run-a-ball 117 on the first day of the cricket Test match against England at the Sardar Patel Stadium here Thursday.

Son of Sardar: Movie review, story, release date, expectations

November 12, 2012 at 2:01 PM

The action comedy film of the year "Son of Sardar" starring Ajay Devgn, Juhi Chawla, Sanjay Dutt and Sonakshi Sinha in the lead roles is all set to release this Diwali on Nov 13 to entertain the audiences through some hilarious comedy. So, read for the moview review of Son of Sardar, pre-review of Son of Sardar, story, release date, expectations of Son of Sardar before the release of the movie.

Malala is symbol of courage: Pakistan minister

November 9, 2012 at 1:09 PM

New Delhi, Nov 9 (IANS) Pakistan minister Sardar Shah Jehan Yousuf Friday hailed teenage activist Malala Yousafzai as a "symbol of courage" and said she would be back home soon.

Ajay Devgan, Sonakshi Sinha promote 'Son of Sardar' in Ahmedabad

November 9, 2012 at 1:01 PM

Ahmedabad, Nov.9 (ANI): Actors Ajay Devgan and Sonakshi Sinha promoted their forthcoming romantic comedy film 'Son of Sardar' in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.

Sick of corruption, Paresh Rawal wants to take to gun

November 7, 2012 at 5:32 PM

Pune, Nov. Nov 7 (IANS) Well-known character actor and comedian Paresh Rawal created a flutter when he said he felt frustrated by corruption and sometimes felt like picking up a gun.

Hard issues agitating the public mind: Ansari

November 7, 2012 at 4:36 PM

New Delhi, Nov. 7 (ANI): The Vice President of India, M Hamid Ansari, on Wednesday said hard issues are agitating the public mind in different regions of the country have come to the fore and they are seeking acceptable solutions.

UP has no money for Mahatma Gandhi, ample for Ambedkar

November 7, 2012 at 3:56 PM

Lucknow, Nov 7 (IANS) Does Mahatma Gandhi belong to the Congress? In Uttar Pradesh, it would seem so as a Right to Information (RTI) poser has revealed that the state government "does not allocate any funds for celebrating the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi."

Sardar to lead Indian hockey team in Champions Trophy

November 5, 2012 at 7:19 PM

New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) Sardar Singh will be leading the Indian hockey team in the International Super Series and 34th men's Champions Trophy in Australia, Hockey India (HI) announced Monday.

Kolkata orthopaedic surgeons turn photographers

November 5, 2012 at 9:35 AM

Kolkata, Nov 5 (IANS) For Kolkata's orthopaedic surgeons, trading in their scalpels and knives for cameras and pointing, clicking and shooting a myriad variety of subjects is another way of looking at life and interacting with people.

Modi comments 'disgusting', says Sunanda Pushkar

October 31, 2012 at 5:56 PM

New Delhi, Oct 31 (IANS) Sunanda Pushkar Wednesday termed as "downright disgusting" and belittling of women the comment of Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi describing her as the "Rs.50-

Manmohan Singh, Advani pay tributes to Sardar Patel

October 31, 2012 at 3:56 PM

New Delhi, Oct 31 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, Leader of the Lok Sabha and union Home Minister Sushilkumar Shinde, Deputy Speaker Kariya Munda and senior BJP leader L.K. Advani paid floral tributes to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in Parliament House on his 137th birth anniversary Wednesday.

Sonakshi, Ajay play KBC for Being Human

October 28, 2012 at 5:35 PM

Mumbai, Oct 28 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan will soon be seen quizzing actors Sonakshi Sinha and Ajay Devgn on his "Kaun Banega Crorepati 6" game show and the two will donate the winning amount to Salman Khan's charitable organisation Being Human.

Congress spokesman Manish Tewari is MoS

October 28, 2012 at 12:15 PM

New Delhi, Oct 28 (IANS) Manish Tewari, Congress spokesperson, was Sunday sworn in as minister of state.

Acharya targets kids with 'Po po po' song

October 23, 2012 at 5:03 PM

Mumbai, Oct 23 (IANS) Ganesh Acharya says he has choreographed the "Po po po" song in "Son of Sardar" for children.

'Maryada Ramanna' likely to have Tamil remake

October 11, 2012 at 4:52 PM

Chennai, Oct 11 (IANS) Its Hindi verison is getting ready for a Diwali release as "Son of Sardar" and most probably S.S. Rajamouli's Telugu blockbuster "Maryada Ramanna" will also have a Tamil remake.

Ajay Devgn to delete offensive content from 'Son of Sardar'

October 4, 2012 at 8:22 PM

Mumbai, Oct 4 (IANS) Bowing before the sentiments of the Sikh community, actor-filmmaker Ajay Devgn has agreed to delete certain offensive dialogues and scenes from his forthcoming venture 'Son of Sardar', an official said here Thursday.

Pak Army would support political process to resolve Balochistan unrest: Kayani

October 4, 2012 at 2:14 PM

Islamabad, Oct. 4 (ANI): Pakistan's Army Chief, General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani, in a rare public statement on strife-torn Balochistan, has said the military would support any political process to resolve the unrest in the province - provided that it was within the constitutional framework.

Musharraf liable for death, says JWP chief

October 3, 2012 at 1:26 PM

Lahore, Oct. 3 (ANI): The chief of the Jamhoori Watan Party (JWP), Talal Bugti, has said former Pakistan President General (retired) Pervez Musharraf is liable for death in accordance with the tenets of Islam and democracy.

National Hockey: Karnataka beat Haryana to finish third

October 2, 2012 at 4:10 PM

Bangalore, Oct 2 (IANS) Karnataka defeated last year's winners Haryana 2-1 to finish third in the men's national hockey championship here Tuesday.

Punjab in national hockey final

October 1, 2012 at 5:10 PM

Bangalore, Oct 1 (IANS) Punjab scored a comprehensive 4-1 win over defending champions Haryana to enter the final of Hockey India's second senior men's national hockey championship here Monday.

Difficult times ahead for Musharraf as pressure mounts in Bugti case

October 1, 2012 at 2:06 PM

Islamabad, Oct. 1 (ANI): Former president Pervez Musharraf will have to prepare for difficult times ahead as pressure mounts to bring him to book over military actions and the killing of Nawab Akbar Bugti in Balochistan.

No military operation being conducted in Balochistan: Rehman Malik

October 1, 2012 at 11:34 AM

Islamabad, Oct. 1 (ANI): Rejecting allegations made by Balochistan National Party (BNP) chief Sardar Akhtar Mengal against the government, Pakistan's Interior Minister Rehman Malik has said that no army operation is being conducted in the restive province.