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

Karnataka CM allots portfolios, retains key departments

May 19, 2013 at 9:42 PM

Bangalore, May 19 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah late Sunday allocated portfolios to his new 28-member ministry, keeping key posts such as finance, energy, industries, IT and Bangalore city with himself.

Sohrabuddin case: CBI books Rajasthan BJP leader Kataria

May 15, 2013 at 12:30 PM

New Delhi, May 15 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has booked senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former Rajasthan Home Minister Gulab Chand Kataria and three others for murder charges in connection with the Sohrabuddin Sheikh fake encounter killing case.

'Sukumarudu': emotionally cheerful (Telugu Movie Review)

May 12, 2013 at 6:14 PM

Film: "Sukumarudu"; Cast: Aadi Pudipeddi, Nisha Aggarwal, Sharada, G. Krishna, Chandra Mohan, Bhavna Ruparel, Srinivasa Avasarala, Brahmanandam, Maruthi Rao, Raghu Babu, Jayaprakash Reddy, Rao Ramesh and Tanikella Bharani; Director: G. Ashok; Rating: **1/2

Nisha Aggarwal goes for good scripts

May 9, 2013 at 7:14 PM

Chennai, May 9 (IANS) Southern actress Nisha Aggarwal values scripts over roles and says she would rather do few quality films than a string of bad ones.

Karnataka election results: Siddaramaiah confident of becoming CM

May 8, 2013 at 9:12 PM

Bangalore, May 8 (ANI): With the Congress making a spectacular comeback in Karnataka, senior party leader K. Siddaramaiah on Wednesday said he is confident that the national leadership would back him to become the state's new chief minister.

BJP accepts defeat in Karnataka, says 'loss due to the split in votes'

May 8, 2013 at 7:28 PM

New Delhi/Bangalore, May 8 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday humbly accepted its defeat in Karnataka and attributed the loss to the spilt in votes.

Congress given mandate in Karnataka for good governance, says Narayanasamy

May 8, 2013 at 7:28 PM

New Delhi/Bangalore, May 8 (ANI): Minister of State in Prime Minister's office (PMO), V. Narayanasamy, on Wednesday said that the people of Karnataka have chosen Congress for good governance.

Congress gains absolute majority in Karnataka

May 8, 2013 at 6:08 PM

Bangalore, May 8 (ANI): The Congress Party on Wednesday returned to power in Karnataka with an absolute majority.

Allu Arjun's 'Race Gurram' to go on floors May 2

April 30, 2013 at 11:48 AM

Hyderabad, April 30 (IANS) Telugu actor Allu Arjun, who is awaiting the release of his romantic-drama "Iddarammayilatho", will begin work Thursday on his next project titled "Race Gurram".

Debutant Abhay to play lead in Srinivasa Ramanujan biopic

April 29, 2013 at 11:56 AM

Chennai, April 29 (IANS) Debutant Tamil actor Abhay, grandson of yesteryear actors Gemini Ganeshan and Savithri, is set to reprise the role of math genius Srinivasa Ramanujan in upcoming Tamil-English bilingual "Ramanujan".

Amala Paul gets a kick out of stress (With Image)

April 28, 2013 at 3:56 PM

Chennai, April 28 (IANS) Most people buckle under their job pressure, but southern actress Amala Paul, who admits having a stressful working schedule, says she enjoys the kick she gets out of it.

Carnatic violinist-composer Lalgudi G Jayaraman passes away

April 23, 2013 at 11:16 AM

Chennai, April 23 (ANI): Carnatic violist and composer Lalgudi Jayaraman passed away in Chennai on Monday evening following cardiac arrest. He was 82.

Nagarjuna's 'Greeku Veerudu' passed with U/A certificate

April 22, 2013 at 7:40 PM

Chennai, April 22 (IANS) Akkineni Nagarjuna-starrer Telugu romantic-drama "Greeku Veerudu" has been passed with U/A-certificate by the Censor Board of Film Certification (CBFC) of India. It is releasing worldwide May 3.

Row over Telangana mines for Vizag Steel Plant hots up

April 22, 2013 at 4:20 PM

Hyderabad, April 22 (IANS) The row over the allocation of iron ore mines of Telangana for Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (VSP) hotted up Monday with a minister from Andhra region asking Telangana leaders not to whip up regional feelings over the issue.

'India has an opportunity to become a major knowledge power in years to come', says President Mukhe

March 22, 2013 at 7:54 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 22 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee on Friday said India with a strong scientific and technical manpower has an opportunity to become a major knowledge power in the years to come, and added that there is a need to invest in research and development to make this dream a reality.

Thirty seven entries for South India Rally

March 18, 2013 at 2:57 PM

Chennai, March 18 (IANS) The 2013 FMSCI Indian National Rally Championship kicks off here this weekend with the AVT Premium South India Rally that has attracted a flattering 37 entries, including a Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 10.

Working birthday for Sushanth

March 18, 2013 at 12:25 PM

Chennai, March 18 (IANS) Southern actor Sushanth is not throwing a lavish bash for his

Some scripts choose actors: Sushant

March 14, 2013 at 2:38 PM

Chennai, March 14 (IANS) Busy wrapping up his upcoming third Telugu film "Adda", actor Sushant believes that the scripts choose him and then things fell into place. He describes it as an "unpredictable" movie.

3D films are crowd-pullers: Telugu producer

February 22, 2013 at 4:26 PM

Chennai, Feb 22 (IANS) Telugu producer Srinivasa Reddy, who is busy wrapping up upcoming 3D romantic-comedy "Vasthavam", feels that 3D films can draw the masses to the theatres provided they are presented with good content.

Government for modernisation of libraries: Culture minister

February 18, 2013 at 5:21 PM

New Delhi, Feb 18 (IANS) Union Culture Minister Chandresh Kumari Katoch Monday said the government was focussed on archiving for better documentation, cataloguing and accessibility to literature in libraries to ensure "better education" in the country.

Making remakes is challenging: Telugu director

February 5, 2013 at 12:22 PM

Chennai, Feb 5 (IANS) Telugu director Bhimaneni Srinivasa Rao, known for remake films such as "Sudigadu", "Dongodu" and "Annavaram", feels the art of remaking is challenging and requires creativity as well.

Senior NTR films' titles now turned into song

January 29, 2013 at 4:22 PM

Chennai, Jan 29 (IANS) Old film titles of Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao Sr. (NTR) have inspired the making of a song in upcoming Telugu action-drama "Eduru leni Alexander". The makers are planning to compose a song solely with the titles of old NTR films.

Centre's statement evokes strong reaction from Telangana groups

January 27, 2013 at 9:20 PM

Hyderabad, Jan 27 (IANS) The centre's statement that it needs more time to take a decision on the demand for separate statehood to Telangana has evoked sharp reaction from Telangana groups while Seemandhra leaders have hailed it.

Governor gives nod for Karnataka budget session

January 24, 2013 at 10:48 PM

Bangalore, Jan 24 (IANS) Karnataka Governor H.R. Bhardwaj has given consent to convene the state legislature from Feb 4 for the 10-day budget session even as 14 rebels of the ruling BJP have decided to resign from the assembly, precipitating the political crisis in the state.

Andhra may slip into political chaos over Telangana (Andhra Pradesh Newsletter)

January 19, 2013 at 12:25 PM

Hyderabad, Jan 19 (IANS) With the centre appearing set to announce its decision on the Telangana issue this month, Andhra Pradesh may once again slip into political chaos as leaders from both the Telangana and Seemandhra regions are threatening a showdown.

Seemandhra Congress leaders to discuss strategy Jan 17

January 15, 2013 at 5:05 PM

Hyderabad, Jan 15 (IANS) Opposing any move to divide Andhra Pradesh, Congress leaders from Andhra and Rayalseema regions will meet here on Jan 17 to chalk out their strategy.

PM chairs meeting of advisory council of overseas Indians

January 8, 2013 at 10:09 PM

Kochi, Jan 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Tuesday chaired the fourth meeting of Global Advisory Council of Overseas Indians which exchanged views on key international issues and their implications for India, including the global economic situation, developments in west Asia and energy security.

A.P.J. Abdul Kalam inaugurates children science congress

January 4, 2013 at 4:23 PM

Kolkata, Jan 4 (ANI): Former President Dr. A.P.J.Abdul Kalam inaugurated a Children Science Congress at the S.N.Bose National Center for Basic Sciences here today.

RTI activist in Andhra given poison shot

December 30, 2012 at 4:53 PM

Hyderabad, Dec 30 (IANS) Unidentified assailants forcibly administered a poisonous injection to a Right to Information (RTI) activist in Andhra Pradesh. His condition is said to be critical.

Indian math genius Ramanujan's theory finally proved right

December 29, 2012 at 6:53 PM

London, Dec 29 (IANS) Mathematicians from a US university have finally solved a cryptic puzzle renowned Indian mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan claimed came to him in his dreams while he was on his deathbed.

'Shadow' nearing completion: Telugu producer

December 26, 2012 at 6:37 PM

Chennai, Dec 26 (IANS) Telugu actor Venkatesh's action-thriller "Shadow", which has already created quite a stir with its trailer, is nearing completion, producer Paruchuri Kireeti says.

Ramanujan's genius 'may help open secrets of Black hole'

December 17, 2012 at 2:14 PM

London, December 17 (ANI): A US scientist has finally proved an unproven mathematical relation - discussed by Srinivasa Ramanujan with his mentor in one of his last letters - which could help unlock the mysteries of the black hole.

Indian techie convicted of groping woman in US

December 14, 2012 at 11:16 AM

Chicago, Dec 14 (IANS) An Indian software consultant working in the US has been convicted by a federal jury of groping a woman as she napped last year on a flight from Las Vegas.

Two RLNG terminals off Andhra coast to be ready in 2014

December 8, 2012 at 4:52 PM

Hyderabad, Dec 8 (IANS) Two floating re-gassified liquified natural gas (RLNG) terminals off Andhra Pradesh coast will be commissioned in two years, officials said.

'Love Cycle' about boundless love

November 11, 2012 at 2:11 PM

Chennai, Nov 11 (IANS) Telugu director Tapan Kumar says his upcoming Telugu romantic-comedy "Love Cycle" will explore the depths of a relationship that has no limits.

'Okkadine' high on sentiment: Producer

November 10, 2012 at 12:00 PM

Chennai, Nov 10 (IANS) Upcoming Telugu action-romantic "Okkadine" will be laced with sentiment, says producer C.V. Reddy.

Yeddyurappa urged to lead newly formed Karnataka Janata Party

November 9, 2012 at 3:57 PM

Bangalore, Nov.9 (ANI): The newly appointed interim president of the Karnataka Janata Paksha (Party - KJP), V Dhananjay Kumar, has urged former Karnataka chief minister B.S. Yeddyurappa, to lead the new party.

Ramanujan's 'genius' finally proven by mathematician

November 9, 2012 at 12:29 PM

London, Nov. 9 (ANI): A US scientist has finally proved an unproven mathematical relation - discussed by Srinivasa Ramanujan with his mentor in one of his last letters.

Eating genetically engineered tomatoes reduces plaque build-up in mice

November 6, 2012 at 11:04 AM

Washington, November 6 (ANI): Researchers have genetically engineered tomato plants to produce a peptide that mimics the actions of good cholesterol when eaten.

Failures teach what not to do: Rana Duggubati (Interview)

November 5, 2012 at 12:23 PM

Chennai, Nov 5 (IANS) In his short and "experimental journey" in filmdom, the probability of success and failure has been high, says Telegu filmstar Rana Daggubati and adds that failures have taught him not to repeat the same mistakes.

We need more realistic stories: Telugu producer

November 4, 2012 at 1:19 PM

Chennai, Nov 4 (IANS) Journalist-turned-producer Ravi K. Punnam feels filmmakers should focus on realistic stories to connect emotionally with the audience.

My films provide wholesome entertainment: Srikanth

October 29, 2012 at 4:04 PM

Chennai, Oct 29 (IANS) Telugu actor Meka Srikanth, known for movies like "Aame", "Khadgam" and "Sri Ramarajyam", says all his films should stand for wholesome entertainment.

'Sundarapandian' set for Telugu remake

October 7, 2012 at 6:05 PM

Chennai, Oct 7 (IANS) Tamil romantic action-drama "Sundarapandian" will be remade in Telugu by filmmaker Bhimaneni Srinivasa Rao.

'Pushpak' completes 25 years: Tinnu Anand, Amala go down memory lane

September 17, 2012 at 10:06 AM

Chennai, Sep 17 (IANS) As "Pushpak" completes 25 years, Tinnu Anand and Akkineni Amala, who were in the cast, recall their enriching shooting experiences and the powerful impact the film made on audiences.

'Damarukam' treat for Nagarjuna's fans

September 11, 2012 at 4:58 PM

Hyderabad, Sep 11 (IANS) Akkineni Nagarjuna's last Telugu release "Shirdi Sai" may have failed to create a stir at the box office, but director Srinivasa Reddy says he has whipped up a treat for the star's fans in the form of "Damarukam".

'Damarukam' release pushed to Oct 19 (Southern Movie Snippets)

September 8, 2012 at 3:27 PM

Chennai, Sep 8 (IANS) Akkineni Nagarjuna's new film "Damarukam" was slated to release Oct 12, but it has now been postponed to Oct 19.

Woman delivers while watching comedy film 'Sudigadu'

August 30, 2012 at 5:07 PM

Hyderabad, Aug 30 (IANS) A woman delivered a baby in a theatre while watching Telugu comedy "Sudigadu", starring actor Allari Naresh.

Rains, poor drainage cause flash floods in Bhubaneswar

August 18, 2012 at 9:08 PM

Bhubaneswar (Odisha), Aug 18 (ANI): Incessant downpour coupled with badly maintained drainage and sewers inundated most of the neighbourhood here on Saturday, throwing normal life out of gear, as floods entered residential premises from late hours on Friday.

Indian embassy in Oman moves to curb 'additional' visa fee by 'unauthorised agents'

July 17, 2012 at 2:24 PM

Muscat, July 17 (ANI): The Indian Embassy in Oman has urged citizens of the sultanate to approach only authorised outsourcing agency, BLS International, for Indian visa services, in an attempt to curb the overcharging of fees for visas.

Governor regrets BJP taking tainted people in Karnataka ministry

July 13, 2012 at 8:24 PM

Bangalore, July 13 (IANS) A day after the third BJP ministry in four years took office in Karnataka, embarrassment piled on the ruling party with portfolio allotment delayed due to lobbying and Governor H.R. Bhardwaj expressing displeasure over tainted legislators in the ministry.

Indian origin researcher's smart headlights that lets drivers see through rain

July 10, 2012 at 12:08 PM

Washington, July 10 (ANI): While driving in the rain, or when there is snow fall, visibility sometimes gets worse when the headlights are on.

Smart headlights cut through rain to improve visibility

July 6, 2012 at 5:12 PM

Washington, July 6 (ANI): While driving in the rain, or when there is snow fall, visibility sometimes gets worse when the headlights are on.

Andhra CID begins probe into leakage of CBI official's call data

June 29, 2012 at 6:04 PM

Hyderabad, June 29 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh Police's CID has taken over probe into the leakage of call data records (CDRs) of Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Joint Director V.V. Lakshminarayana and his friend Vasireddy Chandrabala.

Jagan case: Reporter, cop booked for revealing mobile call data

June 26, 2012 at 6:59 PM

Hyderabad, June 26 (IANS) The row surrounding the phone call data of a senior CBI officer took a new turn Tuesday with Cyberabad police Tuesday booking a journalist and a police officer on a complaint of a woman, with whom the CBI officer was in touch.

Will act if murder link proved: CPI-M

June 11, 2012 at 6:07 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) The CPI-M Monday denied its involvement in the murder of a former party leader in Kerala but vowed to take "strong action" if anyone within its ranks was founded involved.

11 get bail in Jagan's illegal assets case

May 28, 2012 at 1:03 PM

Hyderabad, May 28 (IANS) Barring YSR Congress Party leader Y.S. Jaganmohan Reddy and his close aide Vijay Sai Reddy, a special CBI court here Monday granted bail to 11 other people accused of involvement in his illegal assets case.

Janardhan Reddy gets bail in mining case in Andhra

May 11, 2012 at 6:30 PM

Hyderabad, May 11 (IANS) A CBI court Friday granted bail to former Karnataka minister Gali Janardhana Reddy in an illegal mining case in Andhra Pradesh.

Kannada writer Y. Avanindranath Rao awarded B.M.Shri. Pratishtana Literary Prize

May 1, 2012 at 9:09 PM

New Delhi, May 1 (ANI): Kannada writer and Central Secretariat Library officer Y. Avanindranath Rao was recently awared the RASA Sahitya Endowment Prize - 2011.

Kannada writer Y. Avanindranath Rao awarded B.M.Shri. Pratishtana Literary Prize

May 1, 2012 at 7:46 PM

New Delhi, May 1 (ANI): Kannada writer and Central Secretariat Library officer Y. Avanindranath Rao was recently awared the RASA Sahitya Endowment Prize - 2011.

CBI files additional chargesheet in Obulapuram case

March 30, 2012 at 6:38 PM

Hyderabad, March 30 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Friday filed an additional chargesheet in the Obulapuram Mining Company (OMC) case, naming Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Y. Srilakhsmi as an accused.

CBI questions Srinivasa Reddy over bank transactions in Bellary illegal mining case

September 17, 2011 at 7:04 PM

Bellary, Sep 17(ANI): Obulapuram Mining Company (OMC) Managing Director Srinivasa Reddy was today questioned by a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) team in Karnataka's Bellary district.

Special CBI Court rejects bail plea of Karnataka mining baron J.Reddy

September 13, 2011 at 12:52 PM

Hyderabad, Sep.13 (ANI): A special CBI court on Tuesday rejected the bail petitions of former Karnataka Minister and mining baron G Janardhan Reddy and his cousin and brother-in-law B.V.Srinivas Reddy and also granted the CBI custody of Reddy until September 19 on charges of ilegal mining in Andhra Pradesh.

BJP raps Digvijay Singh for dragging top leaders into illegal mining scam

September 6, 2011 at 7:46 PM

New Delhi, Sep.6 (ANI): Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader M. Venkaiah Naidu on Tuesday criticised senior Congress leader Digvijay Singh for accusing him and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Sushma Swaraj of having 'business relations' with mining baron G Janardhana Reddy, who was implicated and arrested in connection with the illegal quarrying scam in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.

Digvijay wants Sushma, Venkaiah 's links with Reddy brothers to be inquired

September 5, 2011 at 5:54 PM

Jammu, Sep 5 (ANI): Commenting on the arrest of former Karnataka Tourism Minister G Janardhan Reddy, Congress General Secretary Digvijay Singh on Monday said an inquiry should be done on links of BJP leaders Sushma Swaraj and Venkaiah Naidu's association with the Reddy brothers.

Should have faith in CBI investigation, says Rajiv Shukla

September 5, 2011 at 5:54 PM

New Delhi, Sep 5 (ANI): Commenting on the arrest of former Karnataka Tourism Minister, Janardhan Reddy, Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs Rajiv Shukla on Monday said the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is probing into the mining scam and the government does not interfere in its working.

Moily says Reddy's arrest a lesson for everyone that one should not misuse office

September 5, 2011 at 4:34 PM

New Delhi, Sep 5 (ANI): Commenting on the arrest of former Karnataka Tourism Minister G Janardhan Reddy, Union Corporate Affairs Minister M. Veerappa Moily on Monday said that this is a lesson for everyone that one should not misuse the office in such a way.

CBI has got no jurisdiction to investigate in Karnataka says Justice Hegde

September 5, 2011 at 12:50 PM

Bangalore, Sep 5 (ANI): Reacting to the arrest of former Karnataka Tourism Minister G Janardhan Reddy, former state Lokayukta Santosh Hegde on Monday said that the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has got no jurisdiction to conduct investigations in Karnataka.

Illegal mining: CBI arrests Janardhan Reddy

September 5, 2011 at 11:38 AM

Hyderabad, Sep 5 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday arrested mining baron and former Karnataka Tourism Minister G Janardhan Reddy and Managing Director of Obalapuram Mining Company B V Srinivas Reddy after conducting raids at their premises.

Jaganmohan Reddy begins seven-day fast for release of fees reimbursement fund

February 18, 2011 at 7:50 PM

Hyderabad, Feb 18 (ANI): Former Kadapa MP YS Jaganmohan Reddy began a seven-day fast here today demanding release of funds for the tuition fees reimbursement scheme by the Andhra Government.

First formula found for puzzle that captivated Indian scientist Ramanujam

January 28, 2011 at 10:42 AM

London, Jan 28 (ANI): A puzzle that caught the attention of the legendary Indian scientist Srinivasa Ramanujan seems to have become a little more clear, thanks to a new study.

Jaganmohan Reddy begins 48-hour hunger strike

December 21, 2010 at 1:15 PM

Vijaywada, Dec 21 (ANI): Following Telugu Desam Party (TDP) chief Chandrababu Naidu, former Kadapa MP Y S Jaganmohan Reddy on Tuesday launched his 48-hour 'Lakshya Deeksha', hunger-strike for farmers.

39-member Andhra Pradesh Cabinet sworn-in

December 1, 2010 at 7:19 PM

Hyderabad, Dec 1 (ANI): The new Andhra Pradesh Cabinet under Chief Minister Kiran Kumar Reddy was sworn in on Wednesday by the Governor, E. S. L. Narasimhan.

Asian Games: Srinivasa Rao wins first gold for India in weightlifting

November 13, 2010 at 1:35 PM

Guangzhou, Nov 13 (ANI): Weightlifter Srinivasa Rao Valluri won the first gold for India at the 16th Asian Games in the men's 56 kg weightlifting event here on Saturday.

Indian duo on round the world bicycle trip to raise global warming awareness

September 6, 2010 at 6:56 PM

Kuala Lumpur, Sept 6 (ANI): Indian environmentalists T. Srinivasa Rao and R. Gnanasekaran from, who are on their seventh globe-trotting expedition to raise awareness on global warming, have said that they believe in the importance of giving back and urged world to opt for green solutions.

Bollywood to make film about Jesus' childhood

September 1, 2010 at 12:13 PM

London, Sep 01 (ANI): A Bollywood director is all set to make the first film about the childhood of Jesus.

New material that turns oil into solid gel could help clean Gulf spill mess

August 7, 2010 at 1:13 PM

Washington, Aug 7 (ANI): Scientists have developed a new material containing soap like molecules, that can turn oil into a solid gel - a property that could help clean the Gulf oil spill mess.

Indian origin scientist develops new projection technology

July 7, 2010 at 5:05 PM

Washington, July 7 (ANI): AquaLux 3D, a new projection technology developed by an Indian origin scientist at Carnegie Mellon University's Robotics Institute, can target light onto and between individual water droplets, enabling text, video and other moving or still images to be displayed on multiple layers of falling water.

Hyderabad artist makes 16-foot long pen for Manmohan Singh

June 17, 2010 at 3:59 PM

Hyderabad, June 17 (ANI): To spread the message of compulsory education for every citizen of India, M. Srinivasa Acharya, an artist from Hyderabad, has created a 16-feet long fountain pen for Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.

Ghazibad residents block rail traffic for 5 hours

May 25, 2009 at 10:16 PM

Ghaziabad, May 25 (IANS) Angered commuters in Ghaziabad Monday disrupted traffic on the eastern railway track after two people in a running train were killed when they hit a signal pole, allegedly installed wrongly. Services could be resumed only after senior railway officials assured the pole would be removed.

Now, a spit test to detect diabetes

April 29, 2009 at 1:26 PM

Washington, April 29 (ANI): A research team, including an Indian-origin boffin, has developed a painless new method for detecting diabetes, utilizing saliva.

'Auto': viewers are advised to drive away

April 25, 2009 at 5:15 PM

Film: 'Auto'; Cast: Sathya, Shravani, Roshani, Kruththika, Srinivasa Prabhu, Padma Vasanthi, Sundar Raj; Camera: Satish Kumar; Music: Vijayakrishna; Producer: Mahendar Manoth; Story-Screenplay-Director: Mallikarjuna Mutthalageri; Rating: *

'Slumdog' star Rubina's mom drags her, ex-husband to police

April 19, 2009 at 9:02 PM

Mumbai/London, April 19 (IANS) 'Slumdog Millionaire' fame Rubina Ali's mother Khushi Sunday afternoon lodged a complaint with police following media reports that her estranged husband allegedly attempted to 'sell' their daughter, a police official said.

UAV 'NISHANT' to be handed over to Indian Army soon

February 12, 2009 at 4:25 PM

New Delhi, Feb 12 (ANI): The country's premier agency in the aviation sector, Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE) will hand over NISHANT, it's first indigenously made Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to Indian Army very soon.

PM's Global Advisory Council constituted

January 6, 2009 at 7:08 PM

New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) The government Tuesday constituted the Prime Minister's Global Advisory Council to facilitate a dynamic two-way engagement between stakeholders in India and the overseas Indian community.

Prof. Seshadri to be conferred Rathindra Puraskar from Visva Bharrati

November 21, 2008 at 9:41 PM

Chennai, Nov 21 (ANI/Business Wire India): Professor C. S. Seshadri, director of the Chennai Mathematical Institute (CMI) will receive the "Rathindra Puraskar" from Visva Bharati University for his outstanding contribution in the field of Physical Science.

Companies told to stick to basics during slowdowns

November 13, 2008 at 6:45 PM

Chennai, Nov 13 (IANS) During an economic slowdown, companies should stick to basics, quickly grab market share, cut costs, conserve cash, go in for acquisitions financed by long-term borrowings and bring down output prices to boost demand, a management meet attended by top managers concluded here Thursday.

PM 'happy' at House nod to deal, hopes for fruition soon

October 6, 2008 at 12:00 AM

New York, Sep 28 (IANS) As the US House of Representatives Saturday passed the 123 agreement by a clear majority, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said he was happy to hear about it and expressed confidence that the deal will complete "the last lap" soon.

PM lauds Indian-American 'brain bank' for backing n-deal

October 6, 2008 at 8:08 PM

New York, Sep 28 (IANS) Singalling the rise of India on the global stage, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Saturday said the 'historic' nuclear deal was 'nearing fruition' and lauded the Indian-American community for acting as the 'brain bridge' and thanked them for their support in promoting the landmark deal.

PM 'happy' at House nod to deal, hopes for fruition soon

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

New York, Sep 28 (IANS) As the US House of Representatives Saturday passed the 123 agreement by a clear majority, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said he was happy to hear about it and expressed confidence that the deal will complete "the last lap" soon.

PM lauds Indian-American 'brain bank' for backing n-deal

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

New York, Sep 28 (IANS) Singalling the rise of India on the global stage, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Saturday said the 'historic' nuclear deal was 'nearing fruition' and lauded the Indian-American community for acting as the 'brain bridge' and thanked them for their support in promoting the landmark deal.

Wipro's SOA solutions lab on Second Life

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Bangalore, Sept 18 (ANI/(Business Wire India): Wipro Technologies announced the inauguration of its SOA Solutions Lab on Second Life, one of the internet's most populous virtual worlds.

Wipro's SOA solution lab on second life inaugurated by farmers insurance

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Bangalore, Sept 15 (ANI/Business Wire India): Wipro Technologies, the global IT services business of Wipro Limited (NYSE:WIT), announced the inauguration of its SOA solutions lab on second life, one of the internet's most populous virtual worlds.

Ghatothkach, the new animated avatar

May 16, 2008 at 1:01 AM

Ghatothkach is the new hero who has become the cynosure of all eyes through the soon to be release animation film Ghatothkach