5.3 magnitude earthquake hits Lakshwadeep
New Delhi, Oct 12 (IANS) An earthquake measuring 5.3 on the Richter scale hit the Lakshadweep Sea region on Wednesday, the weather office said. However, there were no immediate reports of loss of lives or…
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Operation resumed against holed-up militants in Kashmir
Srinagar, Oct 12 (IANS) Security forces on Wednesday morning resumed operation against holed-up guerrillas inside a government building near Pampore town in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pulwama district as the standoff has continued for over 36…
Pakistan seeks bigger Saarc to counter India’s influence
Washington, Oct 12 (IANS) Pakistan is exploring the possibility of creating a greater South Asian economic alliance to counter India’s controlling hold on the eight-member South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (Saarc), diplomatic observers said….
UNGA to appoint Antonio Guterres as new chief
United Nations, Oct 12 (IANS) The UN General Assembly will appoint Antonio Guterres as next Secretary-General on Thursday to replace the retiring Ban Ki-moon on January 1 next year. According to a letter sent by…
Parikrama bassist explores theme of violence with debut single
New Delhi, Oct 12 (IANS) “Bonzo”, a new single by popular Indian rock and roll band Parikrama’s bassist Gaurav Balani, was inspired by some gardeners beating up stray dogs. The artiste says the track touches…
I’m not that brave to be ahead of my times: Masaba Gupta
By Uma Ramasubramanian Mumbai, Oct 12 (IANS) Masaba Gupta, who has uplifted the fashion quotient in the Indian market with her quirky and colourful creations and signature prints, feels her fashion is very current and…
Clear Wednesday morning in Delhi
New Delhi, Oct 12 (IANS) It was a clear Wednesday morning here with the minimum temperature recorded at 20.2 degrees Celsius, the season’s average, the weather office said. “It was a clear sky with mist…
Restrictions in Srinagar to prevent Muharram procession
Srinagar, Oct 12 (IANS) Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir imposed restrictions in parts of Srinagar on Wednesday to prevent a Muharram procession here. Fearing violence, authorities in the valley have not allowed the main Muharram…
Australia weather bureau hacked by foreign spies
Canberra, Oct 12 (IANS) A foreign power has managed to hack the Australian Bureau of Meteorology’s computer system to steal sensitive documents and compromise other government networks, an official cyber security report revealed on Wednesday….
Trump thrashes top Republican
Washington, Oct 12 (IANS) Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump thrashed House Speaker Paul Ryan saying he did not want “want” or “care” about having his support. “I don’t want his (Paul Ryan) support,” Trump said…
Apes may also understand what others are thinking
Washington, Oct 12 (IANS) It appears our closest relatives, apes, might also be able to understand what others are thinking, even when it does not match reality, a finding indicating these animals may be more…
Margot Robbie gushes about Cara Delevingne
London, Oct 12 (PTI) “The Legend of Tarzan” star Margot Robbie has praised actress Cara Delevingne, saying she has “never met anyone” like her before. The 26-year-old actress, who has worked with Delevingne, 24, in…
Kevin Hart receives star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Los Angeles, Oct 12 (PTI) Actor Kevin Hart was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The 37-year-old star, who was joined by his family and friends and actress Halle Berry, took…
Kanye West’s unreleased songs surface online
Los Angeles, Oct 12 (PTI) Two of rapper Kanye West’s unreleased tracks have surfaced online. The 39-year-old record producer’s one song named “Baby’s Coming” was recorded before his debut album “The College Dropout”, while the…
Hollande calls for ‘frank, firm’ talk with Russia over Syrian war
Paris, Oct 12 (IANS) French President Francois Hollande has said that talks with Russia over major differences on Syria were necessary but must be “frank and firm” to stop the five-year civil war which has…
Nicole Scherzinger wants to get married before having kids
London, Oct 12 (PTI) Singer Nicole Scherzinger insists she wants to get married before having a baby because that is what her Christian faith dictates. The 38-year-old “X Factor” judge, who is currently dating tennis…
Shirley MacLaine lands career achievement honour
Los Angeles, Oct 12 (PTI) Veteran actress Shirley MacLaine is set to receive a lifetime achievement honour at the Los Angeles Film Critics Association Awards. The “Steel Magnolias” icon, 82, will be a special guest…
Guy Ritchie to direct live-action ‘Aladdin’ movie
London, Oct 12 (PTI) Filmmaker Guy Ritchie is reportedly in talks to direct Disney’s live action “Aladdin” film. If Ritchie signs on to direct the film, it will reunite him with producer Dan Lin, who…
Luke Bryan undergoes surgery
London, Oct 12 (PTI) Country star Luke Bryan has vowed to press on with his scheduled tour dates after undergoing surgery on his arm. The “Crash My Party” singer suffered a broken clavicle after a…
Luke Evans splits from Jon Kortajarena
London, Oct 12 (PTI) Actor Luke Evans has confirmed he’s single after a reported romance with Spanish model Jon Kortajarena. The “Fast & Furious 6” star ‘came out’ as gay in 2002 and was linked…