India

What Indian Railways Can Learn from its Japanese Counterpart

Here is a look at how privatization can transform the Indian railways, vis-à-vis the railway network in Japan that is known to be the world's best.

Jul 8, 2014

Intersex Fish Discovered by Scientists in Major US Rivers

American authorities recently found intersex fish in three river basins in Pennsylvania, a severe indication that water may be contaminated with harmful chemicals.

Jul 8, 2014

Ganguly Remains Positive about India's Chances, Feels it is 'Dhoni's Best Chance' to Win in England

Sourav Ganguly feels India have a very good chance of beating England.

Jul 7, 2014

Shraddha Kapoor while promoting 'Ek Villain' on 'Entertainment Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega'

Shraddha Kapoor Apologises to Photographers for 'Unpleasant Behaviour'

Shraddha Kapoor, who of late was boycotted by media photographers for her unpleasant behaviour, cleared the air on Saturday after arranging an informal meeting with them.

Jul 7, 2014

Government Seeks All Parties' Cooperation for Smooth, Effective Functioning of Parliament Session

The Union government on Monday sought the cooperation of all 30 political parties in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha for the smooth and effective functioning of the Parliament.

Jul 7, 2014

Samsung Galaxy Mega 2 Spotted at Benchmarking Site; Key Specifications Revealed

Samsung Galaxy Note 4 Roundup: Expected Specifications, Release Date Details

Reports suggest that the new Galaxy Note 4 would be a major upgrade over its predecessor in terms of design and internal components.

Jul 7, 2014

Toyota Corolla Altis Automatic Demand Soars in India

Toyota's newly launched Corolla Altis is understood to be receiving great response in the country.

Jul 7, 2014

Salman and Shah Rukh Hugging Each Other at Baba Siddiqui's Iftar Party.

Baba Siddiqui's Iftar Party: Shah Rukh and Salman's Hug Episode Pre-planned?

Salman and Shah Rukh have hogged the limelight with their hug incident again, but unlike last year, this time it was all pre-planned.

Jul 7, 2014

Maruti Suzuki Ciaz to Debut in September; Bookings, Price Details

Maruti Suzuki S-Cross Continues Testing in India; Speculated Launch, Price Details

A test mule of Maruti's upcoming S-Cross has been spied undergoing testing in the country once again.

Jul 7, 2014

No Reason to Stay Gen Suhag's Appointment as Next Army Chief, Says Supreme Court

SC refused Gen Ravi Dastane's petition to stay Lt Gen Dalbir Singh Suhag's appointment as the next Army Chief.

Jul 7, 2014

Retrieval of Katchatheevu from Sri Lanka is Only Solution to Fishermen's Issues: Jayalalithaa

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa has stated that India should retrieve the Katchatheevu island from Sri Lanka to ensure the safety and security of Indian fishermen and their livelihood in the waters of Palk Bay.

Jul 7, 2014

1.4 Million Indian Children Remain Out of School as Government Cuts $278M Education Aid: UNESCO Report

The Indian government cut down a massive fiscal aid of $278 million between 2010 and 2012 for its primary education, which resulted in 1.4 million children remaining out of school.

Jul 7, 2014