Photo Gallery

News

btown-celebs-revel-in-festive-spirit-immerse-lord-ganesha-in-mumbai Play

B'town celebs revel in festive spirit, immerse Lord Ganesha in Mumbai

Mumbai, Sep 3 (ANI): Bollywood celebrities took part in processions and chanted hyms as they immersed idol of Hindu god Ganesha on Tuesday, the fifth day of 10-day popular Hindu festival, symbolising a ritual see-off of his journey towards his abode. Bollywood actor Vivek Oberoi celebrated the immersion of the deity of prosperity, Ganesha, with religious pageantry along with his family. During the immersion ceremonies the Ganesha idols are taken through the streets in a procession accompanied by dancing and singing, and are immersed in a river or the sea in accordance with Hindu faith symbolizing a ritual see-off of his journey towards his abode in "Kailash", while taking away with him the misfortunes of all mankind. Sep 3, 2014
politicos-react-to-reports-of-cbi-director-associated-with-various-scam-accused Play

Politicos react to reports of CBI director associated with various scam accused

New Delhi, Sep 03 (ANI): Political leaders on Wednesday reacted to reports of CBI Director Ranjit Sinha being associated with people accused in various scams including 2G, Coalgate and Meat export. NCP leader Majid Memon said that law will take its course in deciding the charges against Sinha. SP leader Gaurav Bhatia said that Sinha had been related to various accused earlier too. JD (U) Chief Sharad Yadav said that his party also received information regarding Sinha’s contacts with crime accused people. CPI (M) leader Sitaram Yechury said that the case is now in Supreme Court and it will decide what course to take. Sep 3, 2014
goa-mla-says-dress-code-for-men-necessary-to-maintain-discipline-on-beaches Play

Goa MLA says dress code for men necessary to maintain discipline on beaches

Panaji, Sep 03 (ANI): The MLA of Goa whose dress code statement created a controversy clarified his statement on Wednesday. Michael Lobo said that he did not want to impose any restrictions but wanted to maintain discipline on the beaches. He added that there is no discipline on beaches in Goa regarding costumes worn by men which makes tourists uncomfortable so he suggested the State government to make costumes compulsory for all tourists visiting the beaches. Sep 3, 2014
bjp-s-move-to-appoint-ex-cji-p-sathasivam-as-kerala-governor-sparks-controversy Play

BJP s move to appoint ex CJI P Sathasivam as Kerala Governor sparks controversy

New Delhi, Sep 3 (ANI): The reported decision of the Modi government to appoint former CJI P Sathasivam as Kerala governor evoked strong criticism from other political parties on Wednesday. According to reports, Kerala CM Oommen Chandy has said the Centre had not consulted his government before taking the decision to appoint Sathasivam as governor. Sep 3, 2014
pm-modi-arrives-in-new-delhi-after-5-day-japan-visit Play

PM Modi arrives in New Delhi after 5 day Japan visit

New Delhi, Sep 3 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday arrived at New Delhi after his 5 day official visit to Japan. Modi was received by External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj at the New Delhi airport. Prime Minister was on a 5 day official visit to Japan to enhance bilateral ties between both the countries. He took some very important decisions to attract investors in India to improve business ties between India and Japan. Sep 3, 2014
three-day-indo-bangladesh-secretary-level-talks-in-dhaka-on-cross-border-crime Play

Three day Indo Bangladesh secretary level talks in Dhaka on cross border crime

Dhaka, Sep 3 (ANI): A team of Indian delegates led by Home Secretary, Anil Goswami, headed to Dhaka to attend the 15th Bangladesh-India Home Secretary-level talks on cross-border crimes and border management. Senior Secretary of Home Ministry, Mozammel Haque Khan, led the Bangladesh delegation. The two countries are expected to discuss issues on border crimes, border management, land boundary agreement, counter-terror initiatives and reopening of immigration points, besides reviewing progress and implementation of existing protocols and agreements. A Memorandum of Understanding on bilateral co-operation for prevention of human trafficking and rescue and rehabilitation of victims is most likely to be signed. The last round of talks was held in New Delhi in June, 2013. Sep 3, 2014
birthplace-of-renowned-poet-in-varanasi-to-be-first-e-village Play

Birthplace of renowned poet in Varanasi to be first E village

Varanasi, Sep 3 (ANI): As a part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision to develop smart cities in the country, a village of renowned Hindi poet, Munshi Premchand, which comes under Modi’s constituency of Varanasi, is set to develop as the first smart village. Lamhi village in Varanasi city in Uttar Pradesh will be equipped with all facilities and villagers will no longer have to visit other districts or cities for any administrative-related work. Data of each household will be collected and services would be just one step away. District Magistrate, Pranjal Yadav, said everything would be computerized and any application will be filled in the village itself. Data will be collected based on 36 points, including land, personal, income and others. A unique account number will be generated, which will be given to the villagers. On providing the unique account number, all the data of the person will be available. This will help villagers to avail facilities in their area only. Sep 3, 2014
nitin-gadkari-praises-mary-kom-priyanka-chopra Play

Nitin Gadkari Praises Mary Kom & Priyanka Chopra

New Delhi, September 03 (ANI) : Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari was in all praises for Mary Kom and Priyanka Chopra as the actress was in the capital for the promotion of her upcoming flick Mary Kom and went to meet the minister at his residence.Bollywood Diva Priyanka Chopra also praised Mary Kom and talked about the need of bringing out such inspirational stories for the growth and development of women in our society.Mary Kom is the first female biopic and presents the life struggle of woman sportsperson from Northeast. Sep 3, 2014
bse-closes-points-120-55-up-on-september-3 Play

BSE closes points 120.55 up on September 3

New Delhi, Sept 3 (ANI): Trading at the Bombay Stock Exchange today closed 120.55 points up to stand at 27,139.94. At the National Stock Exchange the Nifty closed 31.55 points up to stand at 8,114.60. OBEROI REALTY LTD. and EICHER MOTORS LTD. were among the top gainers of Group A with an increase of 15.24% and 8.46% along with GODREJ CONSUMER PRODUCTS LTD. and CASTROL INDIA LTD. with an increase of 7.33% and 5.88% respectively, while the top losers of Group A include JAIPRAKASH ASSOCIATES LTD. and NATIONALUM with a decrease of 3.07% and 3.06% along with JSW STEEL and JPPOWER with a decrease of 2.44% and 2.37% at the close of the markets. The Auto sector is up 118.40 points at 17,670.08 while the banking sector is down 22.93 points at 18,430.37 and the reality sector is up 38.39 points at 1,826.03. The Indian currency is up 0.33% at Rs 60.48 per dollar. Sep 3, 2014
pm-modis-visit-to-japan-draws-mixed-responses-from-indian-politicos Play

PM Modi's visit to Japan draws mixed responses from Indian politicos

New Delhi, Sep 3 (ANI): Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, departed for New Delhi on Wednesday (September 03) after completing his first major bilateral trip, a five-day state visit to Japan, where both countries mutually agreed to carry their strategic and business ties forward. However, Prime Minister Modi's visit to Japan drew mixed responses from Indian politicos. Leaders of NCP and Congress expressed disappointment over unsuccessful nuclear deal talks. However, the BJP said that Modi's visit has been a great boost for the country. Sep 3, 2014
politicos-take-on-modi-for-playing-politics-over-bhagwat-gita Play

Politicos take on Modi for playing politics over Bhagwat Gita

New Delhi, Sept 3 (ANI): Politicos from rival parties on Wednesday targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi for politicizing the issue of presenting Bhagwat Gita to the Emperor of Japan. Taking a jibe at the leaders of rival parties, Modi on Tuesday had said that his secular friends in India might not like him presenting the gift. Sep 3, 2014
priyanka-chopra-promotes-mary-kom-in-delhi Play

Priyanka Chopra Promotes Mary Kom in Delhi

New Delhi, September 03 (ANI): Bollywood beauty Priyanka Chopra was in the capital to promote her upcoming flick Mary Kom. The Movie is the first female biopic based on the life of five time World Champion and Olympic Bronze Medalist boxer Mary Kom. Talking about the movie at a promotional event the Desi Girl said. Priyanka is now keeping her fingers crossed as the movie is set to hit the theaters on 5 September. Sep 3, 2014
politicians-condemn-isis-for-killing-another-journalist Play

Politicians condemn ISIS for killing another journalist

New Delhi, Sept 3 (ANI): Politicians in India have condemned the ISIS that has recently uploaded another video purportedly showing the beheading of a second American journalist, Steven Sotloff, and warning President Barack Obama that as long as US airstrikes against the militant group continue, "our knife will continue to strike the necks of your people." Leaders from various political parties opposed the act of brutality by ISIS. Sep 3, 2014
politicos-react-as-goa-mla-asks-to-apply-dress-code-for-men-on-beaches Play

Politicos react as Goa MLA asks to apply dress code for men on beaches

New Delhi, Sep 03 (ANI): Political leaders on Wednesday reacted over the remark of a Goa MLA who asked for dress code for men on beaches. NCP leader Tariq Anwar said that some people want to take the country backward instead of forward. BJP leader Sambit Patra said that India is a democratic nation so one cannot impose restrictions of any kind. He added that in any way if a woman is being disturbed by a man, action should be taken against him. Sep 3, 2014
bjp-condemns-congress-comment-on-100-days-of-government Play

BJP condemns Congress' comment on 100 days of government

New Delhi, Sep 03 (ANI): BJP leaders on Wednesday strongly condemned the Congress party for commenting on BJP government's 100 days of governance. BJP leader Prabhat Jha has said that nothing else than giving unnecessary comments can be expected from the Congress party. BJP leader Sambit Patra said that the BJP government has tried to fulfill its target in the first 100 days. Meanwhile, BJP leader Nalin Kohli said that Congress should not be bothered about what Prime Minister Narendra Modi did in Japan, they should instead be worried about the condition of their own party. Sep 3, 2014
Prev 1530 1531 1532 1533 1534 1535 1536 1537 1538 1539 Next
IBTIMES TV
MOST POPULAR