Ahead of Chinese New Year, food and culture festival organized in New Delhi

New Delhi, Jan.31 (ANI): In run-up to the Chinese New Year on February 14, the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China organized a food and culture festival here on Sunday.... Read more.

CRPF adopts two villages in Chhattisgarh state

Jashpur (Chhattisgarh), Jan.31 (ANI): With an increase in Maoists attacks, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has adopted two villages in Chhattisgarh state.... Read more.

Hundreds participate in ‘Cancer walk’ in Delhi

New Delhi, Jan.31 (ANI): Hundreds of people participated in the Indian Cancer Society Walk held here on Sunday to show their solidarity to those affected by the disease.... Read more.

Husband and wife of same clan declared siblings in Haryana village

Rohtak (Haryana), Jan.31 (ANI): In a bizzre incident, a village council in Rohtak city of Haryana has nullified the marriage of a couple, who belonged to the same clan and declared the husband and wife to be brother and sister.... Read more.

Indo-Bhutan friendship car rally flagged off

Kolkata, Jan 31 (ANI): To promote motor sports and strengthen ties between the two neighbouring countries, the third edition of the India-Bhutan Friendship Car Rally was flagged off from Kolkata on Sunday.... Read more.

Jaya Prada criticises Amar Singh’s detractors

New Delhi, Jan 31 (ANI): A friend in need is a friend indeed, the age-old saying seemed to have inspired Lok Sabha member and cine actor Jaya Prada on Sunday when she came in full support of SP leader Amar Singh.... Read more.

BJP demands stern action from Prime Minister on border issue with China

Bangalore, Jan.31 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party on Sunday demanded Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to take stern action over off and on border problems being created by China.... Read more.

Federer blasts Murray to win fourth Australian Open, 16th Grand Slam title

Melbourne, Jan 31(ANI): Roger Federer on Sunday imperiously brushed off World No. 4 Andy Murray 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 (13/11) in a near-flawless display to win his fourth Australian Open and the 16th Grand Slam singles title of his career.... Read more.

‘Karthik Calling Karthik’ , a romantic thriller story of an introvert

Mumbai, Jan.31 (ANI): Bollywood’s latest romantic thriller promises to keep the audiences on the edge of their seats. ‘Karthik Calling Karthik’ by Vijay Lalwani is a romantic thriller which revolves around an introvert, Karthik.... Read more.

Manipur businessmen protest militants extortion demands

Imphal, Jan 31 (ANI): Manipur businessman staged a sit-in protest recently against frequent extortion demands made by militants.... Read more.

Assam’s picnic spot Chawki attracts tourists as insurgency recedes

Guwahati, Jan 31 (ANI): Nature has been generous to Assam by providing it with amazing natural beauty. And, as insurgency declines, people are making their way to various tourist spots across the state.... Read more.

CPI (M-L) condemns killings of innocent people in Orissa by Maoist

Bhubaneshwar, Jan.31 (ANI): The Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) has strongly condemned the killing of innocent people in Orissa by Maoists and has termed them “anti-people”.... Read more.

Lajong FC becomes first North east team to play in First Division league

Guwahati, Jan 31 (ANI): The Lajong Football Club- which is the pride of Northeast football, was recently promoted to the I-League First Division for the 2009-10.... Read more.

Sikkim promotes village tourism

Gangtok, Jan 31 (ANI): Endowed with spectacular scenic beauty, Sikkim is harnessing its natural bounty for sustainable development through village tourism.... Read more.

Man U to offer lucrative incentives to Rooney

London, Jan 31(ANI): Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney will be offered a series of jaw-dropping bonuses similar to what Cristiano Ronaldo received last year as part of the club’s strategy to keep him.... Read more.

International Criminal Court could soon try and punish those who wage illegal wars

London, Jan. 31 (ANI): If a proposal by the International Criminal Court is passed, those involved in a “crime of aggression” or “illegal wars” would be tried and punished in the Hague.... Read more.

No place for corruption in Indian Army: Antony

New Delhi, Jan 31 (ANI): Defence Minister A K Antony on Sunday strongly condemned corrupt practices in the armed forces.... Read more.

Inquiry launched into Indian-origin taxi driver’s death in Auckland

Auckland, Jan. 31 (ANI): A homicide inquiry has been launched in the death of an Indian-origin taxi driver in Auckland suburbs in the early hours of this morning.... Read more.

Terry to remain Chelsea skipper: Ancelotti

London, Jan 31(ANI): Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti has given his backing to skipper John Terry after he was accused of having an extra-marital affair with the former partner of his international team-mate, Wayne Bridge.... Read more.

Taliban rejects report about Hakimullah’s death

Islamabad, Jan.31 (ANI): The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has once again rejected reports regarding the death of its chief Hakimullah Mehsud, even as the Pakistan Army said it was still investigating reports which said the extremist chieftain was killed in a US drone attack earlier this month.... Read more.

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