Greece ushers in 2018 with party under Acropolis
Athens, Jan 1 (IANS) Greek revelers ushered in the New Year with music concerts and firework shows with the main open air party held on Sunday night in the foot of Acropolis Hill in the…
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Joe Russo says superheroes ought to feel ‘pain’
Los Angeles, Jan 1 (IANS) Director Joe Russo says it is important that superheros “feel pain”. Russo, who is co-helming “Avengers: Infinity War”, has underlined the importance of giving some human-like characteristics to on-screen superheroes…
12 killed in Costa Rica plane crash
San Jose, Jan 1 (IANS) At least 12 people have been killed when their small plane crashed in a mountainous region of Costa Rica’s Guanacaste province, the media reported. “There are no survivors,” the daily…
Citizens have right to criticise, not destroy: Rouhani
Tehran, Jan 1 (IANS) Iranians are free to protest against the government but must not jeopardise security, President Hassan Rouhani has said after four days of demonstrations. Speaking at a cabinet session, he acknowledged that…
Being solo performer more challenging: Liam Payne
London, Jan 1 (IANS) Singer Liam Payne says performing on stage as a solo artiste is more challenging than being in a group. After finding fame as a member of the popular boy band One…
US alert to possible human rights violations in Iran: Trump
Washington, Jan 1 (IANS) US President Donald Trump has said his government is on the alert for any human rights violations that could occur within the context of protests in Iran. “Big protests in Iran….
Tips on party looks, make-up removal
New Delhi, Jan 1 (IANS) After putiing on oodles of make-up products like matte primer, concealer, foundation, blush-on and mascara for a party or outing, use jojoba oil to wipe off the layers, suggest experts….
200 arrested during anti-government protests in Tehran
Tehran, Jan 1 (IANS) At least 200 people have been arrested during the rallies held in Tehran to protest the government’s economic policies, Iranian officials said. The protesters were arrested on Saturday on charges of…
Use virtual route to pamper loved ones
New Delhi, Jan 1 (IANS) Save time, effort and get more variety to choose from with virtual gifting, suggest experts. Rahul Singh, Founder at The Beer Cafe (URBar), Abhishek Ahluwalia, e-commerce lead at Mondelez India…
Film Nagar Cultural Center (FNCC) New Year Celebrations Set 3
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Frenzy, revelry grip Bengaluru as New Year dawns
Bengaluru, Jan 1 (IANS) Braving wintry chill, thousands of Bengalurueans celebrated the dawn of New Year in the early hours of Monday amid tight security and surveillance of drones, cameras and floodlights. At the stroke…
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Assam publishes part draft of NRC
Guwahati, Jan 1 (IANS) The Assam government has published the part draft of National Register of Citizens (NRC) which includes names of 1.9 crore of people of total 3.29 crore people in the state. Register…
UN chief urges world to come together in 2018 to tackle challenges
United Nations, Jan 1 (IANS) In his New Year message, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for unity among the global community to tackle overwhelming challenges and defend values shared by all. “On New…
Putin stresses love for family in New Year greeting
Moscow, Jan 1 (IANS) Russian President Vladimir Putin called on the people to express love to their family members in his traditional New Year greeting that went on air Sunday. Putin said the New Year…
Kenyan security forces hunt for Al-Shabaab militants who attacked police camps
Garissa (Kenya), Jan 1 (IANS) Kenya’s elite security forces have intensified a manhunt for Al-Shabaab militants who attacked two police camps in northeastern parts of the country on Saturday, officials said on Sunday. North-eastern Regional…
Deputy killed, 4 officers injured at Colorado apartment complex shootout
Los Angeles, Dec 31 (IANS) A deputy was killed and four officers were injured after they were called to respond to a domestic disturbance Sunday morning at an apartment complex in US’ Colorado state’s Douglas…
Russian bank to fund Iran’s development projects
Tehran, Dec 31 (IANS) Iran will use funds from the Eximbank of Russia to implement some infrastructure projects, media reports said on Sunday. The Central Bank of Iran and the Export Insurance Agency of Russia…
