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2012 London Olympics: Free Android Apps to Stay Connected with the Games

If you've been meddling between your daily tasks and watching TV to keep up with the latest developments of the 2012 London Olympics, you can opt for smarter ways to stay connected with the ongoing mega sports event.

Jul 30, 2012

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London Olympics 2012: New Zealand Brushes Aside Australia in Hockey Opener

New Zealand's Cathryn Finlayson's quick goal in the opening Group B match at the London Olympics broke the team's jinx of not winning a match against the Australian hockey team for the first time in the history of the Olympics.

Jul 29, 2012

London Olympics 2012: No Athletes Immune to Doping Tests

A special team of anti-doping scientists will be working round the clock in testing over 60,000 urine and blood samples of all participants of the London Olympics 2012 event.

Jul 29, 2012

Movie Review: 'Kyaa Super Kool Hain Hum,' Adult-comedy Gone Berserk

Think twice before watching 'Kyaa Super Kool Hain Hum' (KSKHH), if you are sensitive or allergic to hard-core sex comedies or double entendres, because this movie has them in loads.

Jul 28, 2012

London Olympics 2012: A Cinematic Touch to the Opening Ceremony [PHOTOS]

It was unpredictable yet predictable though the man behind the opening ceremony of the London Olympics 2012 promised surprise - at least the cinematic touch to the whole setup was.

Jul 28, 2012

London Olympics 2012: Complete List of Indian Participants

All eyes are on Indian athlethes as the London Olympics 2012 kick starts tonight. A record 81 athletes will represent the country in 13 disciplines in the games, as compared to 57 athletes for 12 events in the Beijing Olympics 2008. Here is the complete list of Indian participants at the London Olympics 2012:

Jul 27, 2012

London Olympics 2012: Opening Ceremony Live Coverage Information

The much awaited London Olympics 2012 is all set to kick start on Friday evening, and sports lovers can tune in to British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) television to watch the live coverage of the opening ceremony.

Jul 26, 2012

President of India Pranab Mukherjee a Strong Partner: Hillary Clinton

At a time when US-India strategic ties are smacked with investment policy issues, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on Wednesday sought to strengthen the relationship between the two biggest democracies, while congratulating Pranab Mukherjee on the occasion of his swearing-in ceremony as the 13th President of India.

Jul 26, 2012

6.4-Magnitude Quake Struck Indonesia's Sumatra; 1 Died of Shock

A strong quake of magnitude 6.4 struck off the west coast of Indonesia's Sumatra Island on early Wednesday, according to U.S. Geological Survey. The tremor at a depth of 22 kilometer (13.7 miles) struck Indonesia at around 07.30 am (00:30 GMT) at epicenter. The strong quake killed one man and terrified other residents to flee from their homes and buildings.

Jul 25, 2012

Box Office Hits & Misses: 'Eega' Rocks at US Markets; 'Billa 2' Going Good

Much-appreciated graphical extravaganza "Eega" (housefly) continues to rock the box office, it has become one of the top grossing movies at overseas.

Jul 24, 2012

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Playboy's (Mis)Conception: Sherlyn Chopra is 'Bollywood's Legend'

Playboy calls small-time actress as "Bollywood's Legend."

Jul 23, 2012

Indian Presidential Election Results 2012: Pranab First Bengali to Head Rashtrapati Bhavan

UPA nominee Pranab Mukherjee has won the President's post at an overwhelming majority against his rival former Lok Sabha Speaker PA Sangma. Pranab has been elected as the 13th president of India and he is the first Bengali leader to take over the business at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Jul 22, 2012

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Movie Reviews: 'The Dark Knight Rises' Gets Mixed Reaction From Critics

The final installment to the Batman franchise by Christopher Nolan, "The Dark Knight Rises", which was released on July 20, garnered mixed reactions from film critics and the reviews are already out online.

Jul 20, 2012

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"The Dark Knight Rises" Videogame Now on Android, iOS Smartphones [PHOTOS]

Creating videogames inspired by superhero movies for mobile users is nothing new and is part and parcel of a movie's promotional campaign. Now Christopher Nolan's much-awaited movie, "The Dark Knight Rises" has been released for Android and iOS users.

Jul 20, 2012

Outlook Pulls Time Magazine Stunt, Brands Obama 'The Underachiever': India Goes Tit-for-Tat?

Popular weekly Outlook India launched an all-out attack on US, with its latest edition brandishing President Barack Obama on its cover calling him "The Underachiever". The magazine's point-blank move was in direct response to Time magazine's recent wisecrack at Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who was labeled with the same tag by the US-based publication a week earlier.

Jul 20, 2012