India

Samsung Galaxy S3 to Defy Apple Suit; U.S. Release Date Unchanged

Samsung Electronics has decided to launch its flagship smartphone Galaxy S3 in the U.S. as planned despite the fact that the Apple had filed a sales injunction request against its sale in a court.

Jun 7, 2012

Over 100 Died of Heat Waves in West Bengal; Summer Vacation Extended To June 17 for Schools

More than 100 people have reportedly died due to heat waves in West Bengal in the last 48 hour. The death toll is on the rise due to inexorable extreme heat waves and soaring temperature.

Jun 6, 2012

Shahrukh Roping in Akon to Sing KKR's Anthem 'Korbo, Lorbo' in Bengali For IPL 6

After an astonishing victory in IPL this year, the co-owner of Kolkata Knight Riders, Shah Rukh Khan has already started planning for next session of the IPL well in advance.

Jun 6, 2012

Facebook Launches Mobile Ads in News Feed; Seeks Revenue Boost After Disappointing IPO

Facebook Inc. on Tuesday went live with advertisements on the mobile platform, in a bid to expand revenue prospects through increased marketing to smartphone users.

Jun 6, 2012

IIFA 2012: Rowdy Rathore's Sonakshi Sinha To Perform 'Munni Badnaam Hui'

Sonakshi Sinha, heroine of "Rowdy Rathore", is all set to perform for the first time at the 13th International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) awards ceremony to be held in Singapore from June 7.

Jun 6, 2012

Samsung Galaxy S3 Allowing Global Roaming to Verizon Users?

If the latest news is anything to go by, Verizon Wireless users will soon be able to talk to people around the world on Samsung Galaxy S3 smartphone.

Jun 6, 2012

Again! KRK Tweets Vulgar Comments About Sunny Leone; Says He'd Allow 'Free Sex' if Made India's PM

KRK, who considers himself rightful enough to make rude comments about an international adult film star, said that he'd give Sunny Leone "free" to every Indian if he becomes the Prime Minister of India.

Jun 6, 2012

French Open 2012: Leander Paes-Mahesh Bhupathi Clash in the Finals?

It was double joy for Indian fans at the Roland Garos on Tuesday with Indian tennis ace Leander Paes and Mahesh Bhupathi leading their respective teams to the French Open 2012 mixed doubles semifinals, thus opening up possibilities of a clash in the finals.

Jun 6, 2012

Eating Mango Skin May Help Reduce Obesity; Scientists Find Fat-Busting Components in the Peel

A new research states that eating mango peel may protect human body against obesity as its contains certain components that restrains the formation of fat cells.

Jun 6, 2012

Venus Transit 2012: Spectacular Images of the Century's Last Celestial Event From Around The World [PHOTOS]

Sky-gazing enthusiasts around the world witnessed the once-in-a-century celestial phenomenon of Venus sliding across the sun on June 5 and 6. Take a look at the spectacular images of the Venus transit captured from around the world

Jun 6, 2012

Porn MMS Scandal Shakes Jawaharlal Nehru University; 3 Students Suspended

Barely a year after a high resolution MMS featuring two Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) hostellers in an uncompromising positions hit the headlines, Delhi's most prestigious JNU is hit by another pornographic MMS scandal.

Jun 5, 2012

'Vote for S4' Brings Audi S4 to India; Priced Rs 4.5 Million Upwards

German luxury car maker finally unveiled its latest model, Audi S4, an advanced variant of regular A4, priced at 45.31 lakh onwards (ex-showroom Maharashtra).

Jun 5, 2012

Facebook May Lift Ban On Children Under 13 : How Safe Is It?

In a fresh bid to give a push to its struggling revenue and increase the fan base, facebook is contemplating to lift the ban on under 13s joining the social networking site

Jun 5, 2012

Nokia PureView 808 Releasing in India: Can Lofty Camera Alone Trump Rivals?

Finnish phone maker Nokia is all set to launch "PureView 808" in India on June 6, merely a week after Samsung's flagship phone Galaxy S3 went on sale in the country.

Jun 5, 2012

India Observes World Environment Day amidst Hot Summer: What is Green Economy?

Global warming has become a huge challenge to the world. Days are getting hotter and natural calamities are occurring more often. And on Tuesday, humanity observes World Environment Day (WED) with the theme 'Green Economy: Does it include you?' India observes World Environment Day amidst hot summer.

Jun 5, 2012