India

US Embassies to Shut Down in Muslim Nations on Possible Terror Threats

In a precautionary move, the United States has decided to shut down its embassies temporarily in Islamic countries, particularly the Middle-East, over 'credible and serious' terror threats against overseas American diplomats.

Aug 2, 2013

'B.A.Pass' Review Roundup: Critics Give Thumbs Up

Bollywood's latest release "B.A. Pass" starring Shilpa Shukla of "Chak De!" fame has hit the screens with average ratings from critics.

Aug 2, 2013

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Mamata Banerjee Wants a World Trade Centre in West Bengal

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and her state finance minister Amit Mitra met top business leaders in Mumbai on Friday. She briefed them about her ambitious plan to build the next World Trade Centre in the Kolkata capital of the state.

Aug 2, 2013

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Sri Lanka vs. South Africa T20 Preview: Live Streaming Information for T20 Series

Sri Lanka will host South Africa at Colombo for the first T20 international of the series on 2 August.

Aug 2, 2013

UK Rejects Salman Khan's Visa, 'Kick' Shooting Stalled

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan was caught up in trouble as his UK visa application has been rejected, probably on the lines of a court case in connection with the 2002 hit-and run incident.

Aug 2, 2013

Sony Xperia i1 aka Honami Images Leaked Again Ahead of Launch

Sony's upcoming flagship smartphone Xperia i1 aka Honami has been making headlines, with its specifications and purported images being leaked out periodically.

Aug 2, 2013

Malaysia: Hopes Rise as Abducted Cousins' Photo Surfaces after 8 Months

A photo of two Malaysian nationals who were abducted last November by a Filipino terror group has surfaced, leading to the possibility that the duo might still be alive.

Aug 2, 2013

Syrian Islamists Ban Croissant over Reference to 'Colonial Oppression'

A Sharia law committee in the rebellious region of the Syrian city of Aleppo has issued a fatwa banning croissants, saying they symbolise colonial oppression.

Aug 2, 2013

iBall Andi 5h Quadro Smartphone with 12.0-MP Camera Launched for ₹11,999

Indian technology company, iBall, has launched an affordable high-end smartphone called Andi 5h Quadro into the burgeoning handset market.

Aug 2, 2013

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Motorola Unveils Mid-Range Moto X with Rich User-Experience Features

Motorola on Thursday unveiled its much-awaited Moto X smartphone at a media event in New York.

Aug 2, 2013

Nokia's 26-27 September Event Sparks Speculation of Windows Tablet Debut

Nokia will reportedly host an event on 26-27 September this year, sparking speculation that the Finnish handset maker is gearing up to unveil a tablet PC.

Aug 2, 2013

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Outrage as Akhilesh Partyman Brags about IAS Officer's Suspension

Senior Samajwadi Party leader Narendra Singh Bhati was caught on camera claiming that he got IAS officer Durga Nagpal suspended 'within 40 minutes' for allegedly demolishing the wall of a complex that housed a mosque in the Kadalpur village of Noida.

Aug 2, 2013

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Rohit Shetty Opens Up About His Friendship With Shah Rukh, Ajay Devgn

"Chennai Express" director Rohit Shetty, who shares a cordial relationship with actors Shah Rukh Khan and Ajay Devgn, said he would never complain about one to the other just to please them.

Aug 2, 2013

Katrina Kaif Upset Over Leaked Photos with Ranbir, Says Press Intruded on Her Privacy

Bollywood actress Katrina Kaif, who is upset and furious with the media for publishing pictures of her along with alleged boyfriend Ranbir Kapoor while they were holidaying in Spain, issued an open letter to the press stating they have invaded into her personal space.

Aug 2, 2013