Articles by Raju Sagi
Modi leaves for India
Osaka (Japan), Nov 12 (IANS) Concluding his three-day visit to Japan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi left for India from the Japanese city of Osaka on Saturday. “Sayonara Japan! An important friendship stands strengthened as PM…
Cancelling breaks, crowds throng Mumbai banks
Mumbai, Nov 12 (IANS) Huge crowds of people, many of who had to cancel their long weekend break, continued to throng banks and ATMs on Saturday to exchange demonetized Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 notes…
First Chinese trade convoy arrives in Pakistan’s Gwadar port
Islamabad, Nov 12 (IANS) The first Chinese trade convoy carrying 75 containers for export to the Middle East and Africa arrived in Pakistan’s Gwadar port through the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor while a Chinese ship docked…
Rohit undergoes knee surgery in London: BCCI
New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) Star batsman Rohit Sharma has undergone successful surgery on his right upper quadriceps tendon in London, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed on Saturday. Rohit, who…
‘The Croods 2’ taken off production schedule
Los Angeles, Nov 12 (IANS) DreamWorks Animation and Universal Studios have pulled the plug on the long-gestating sequel to the 2013 hit “The Croods”. Universal Pictures Chairman Donna Langley met with workers at DreamWorks Animation’s…
Iranian films to be screened in Pakistani cinemas
Islamabad, Nov 12 (IANS) After a ban was imposed on airing Indian content in Pakistan, the country’s cinemas are all set to screen Iranian films. The move comes in a bid to save the declining…
Cosby plans to restart career once legal battles end
Los Angeles, Nov 12 (IANS) Actor-comedian Bill Cosby intends to restart his career after sexual assault woes subside, his lawyer said. The 79-year-old is being sued for defamation by several alleged victims in federal court…
Filmmakers are mirror of the society: Hrishikesh Pandey
Mumbai, Nov 12 (IANS) Director-producer-writer Hrishikesh Pandey, who has worked on several social campaigns, says filmmakers reflect the truths of the society. “Filmmakers are mirror of the society. I take it as a responsibility to…
Banks, ATMs mobbed for third day, cash chaos continues
New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) Tempers flared at many places outside banks and ATMs on Saturday as tens of thousands of anxious people waited for the third consecutive day to deposit or exchange their spiked…
First Test: India all out for 488, concede 49-run lead
Rajkot, Nov 12 (IANS) India were bowled out for 488 on the fourth day, trailing by 49-runs against England in the First Test match at the Saurashtra Cricket Association stadium here on Saturday. For the…
Delhi Metro stations to sell Trade Fair tickets
New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) People can buy tickets to the India International Trade Fair (IITF) from all Metro stations, the transporter announced on Saturday. The tickets for business days at the IITF can be…
Greater engagement with Japanese industries will benefit Indian MSMEs: Modi
Kobe (Japan), Nov 12 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that greater participation and engagement of industries in Japan will benefit India’s micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) sector. “Greater participation and engagement…
Scarlett Johansson to star in ‘Tangerine’
Los Angeles, Nov 12 (IANS) Actress Scarlett Johansson has been roped in for psychological thriller “Tangerine”. “Tangerine” is a psychological thriller set against the political climate of 1950s Morocco. Imperative Entertainment acquired the film rights…
WC qualifiers: England beat Scotland, France edge past Sweden
Madrid, Nov 12 (IANS) England defeated Scotland 3-0 in the fourth round of the European qualifiers for the 2018 World Cup even as France had to come from behind to secure a 2-1 win over…
Four killed in blast in US airbase in Afghanistan
Kabul, Nov 12 (IANS) At least four persons were killed and 14 injured in a blast inside Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan’s eastern province of Parwan early on Saturday, sources said. “An explosive device detonated on…
‘Dil Chahta Hai’ sequel with girls would be fun: Farhan Akhtar
Mumbai, Nov 12 (IANS) Actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar says he would love to make a sequel of his hit film “Dil Chahta Hai” with girls. “Dil Chahta Hai” released in 2001 with actors Aamir Khan, Saif…
‘Dreamers’ fear nightmare scenario in Trump’s America
Washington, Nov 12 (IANS) Republican Donald Trump’s victory is the US presidential election has shattered the hopes and ignited fears amongst thousands of undocumented immigrants known as “dreamers”. They are the young people who were…
‘Padmavati’ to release next November
Mumbai, Nov 12 (IANS) Actor Ranveer Singh, known for his quirky streak, announced the release date of his upcoming film “Padmavati” in Roman style. The actor shared the release date in Roman numerals. The Sanjay…
Panama beat Honduras 1-0 in World Cup qualifier
San Pedro Sula (Honduras), Nov 12 (IANS) Panama topped Honduras 1-0 here in the central American qualifying round for the 2018 World Cup in Russia. The away victory on Friday extended the Panamanians’ unbeaten streak…