Japan PM’s residence ‘not haunted’: Government
Tokyo, May 24 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The Japanese government has denied rumours which said the prime minister’s official residence was haunted. The denial came after…
Britain sends up fighters as Pakistani plane diverted
London, May 24 (IANS) Britain had to scramble fighter jets Friday for escorting a Pakistani International Airlines (PIA) plane after it was diverted from…
Jet Airway’s shareholders approve Etihad deal
Mumbai, May 24 (IANS) Jet Airways Friday said its shareholders have approved the company’s plans to offload 24 percent stake to Abu Dhabi-based Etihad…
PM asks SEBI to stop insider trading
Mumbai, May 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Friday asked the capital market regulator SEBI to root out the “pernicious disease” of insider trading,…
New sight correction surgery launched
New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) There is new hope for those who are sick of their glasses but have been refused Lasik surgery for…
IPL scam: Vindu, two others sent to police custody till May 28
Mumbai, May 24 (IANS) A court Friday granted police the custody of Bollywood actor Vindu Dara Singh Randhawa and two others, allegedly involved in…
Indian mining firms face human rights issues in Mozambique
New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) In a report with recommendations for Jindal Steel and Power (JSPL) and the Indian government, Human Rights Watch said…
Saga of dos, don’ts, and strict vigil – Eden security at its height
Kolkata, May 24 (IANS) CCTV cameras prying all-around, strict vigil on movement around players’ dressing rooms and heightened security — the Eden Gardens stood…
President concerned over crime against women
Shimla: Expressing concern over rising incidents of crime against women and children, President Pranab Mukherjee today called for effective measures to ensure their safety and…
Virbhadra submits memo for financial aid
Shimla: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh today submitted a memorandum to visiting President Pranab Mukherjee, seeking additional central financial assistance to overcome a shortfall…