Indian-origin family wedding triggers political row
Durban, May 6 (IANS) A controversial wedding in an Indian-origin family in South Africa has allegedly created a rift between President Jacob Zuma and…
Chit funds pumped in unrealistic salaries: Bhutia
New Delhi, May 6 (IANS) Former India football captain Bhaichung Bhutia Monday said if only the chit fund scam was unearthed earlier, teams like…
Indian cinema brings emotional content to world: Sonam Kapoor
Mumbai, May 6 (IANS) Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor, who will be representing India at the 66th Cannes International Film Festival, feels Indian cinema is…
Bangladesh’s Shakib Al Hasan fined for dissent
Dubai, May 6 (IANS) BangladeshÂ’s Shakib Al Hasan has been fined 75 percent of his match fee after pleading guilty to a Level 2…
Up to Bansal to decide on resignation, says Nitish Kumar
Patna, May 6 (IANS) Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar Monday defended Railway Minister Pawan Kumar Bansal, saying it was his personal decision whether to…
Reliance Communications hikes mobile call rates by at least 20 percent
New Delhi, May 6 (IANS) Reliance Communications Monday raised mobile call rates by 20-30 percent across India, a company statement said. “We have now…
Sikh groups protest near parliament, detained
New Delhi, May 6 (IANS) Around 200 Sikh protesters were Monday detained near Parliament House after they blocked the high-security Vijay Chowk for over…
Sensex rises 98 points; Tata Steel, Hindalco rally
Mumbai, May 6 (IANS) A benchmark index of the Indian equities markets rose 98 points Monday, the highest closing level in almost three months,…
Ameesha to flaunt ‘desi’ look at Cannes red carpet
New Delhi, May 6 (IANS) Actress Ameesha Patel, who is set for her maiden appearance at the Cannes International Film Festival, will flaunt Indian…
Won’t allow bills to be passed amidst din: BJP
New Delhi, May 6 (IANS) As the government tried to debate the Food Bill in the Lok Sabha Monday, opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)…