Thursday, July 24, 2008

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Photo exhibition for Beijing Olympics 2008 in ...

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 12:45 AM CDT

Kochi in southern Kerala plays host to a photo exhibition based on the forthcoming Beijing Olympics 2008. The exhibition has been organized to boost friendly ties between the two countries that ...

Nature safaris in Kashmir attract tourists

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 12:45 AM CDT

In an effort to revive tourism in Kashmir, the state tourism department has introduced nature safaris, trekking and nature camps and tourists are now thronging the Dachigam National Park.

Communists hold nationwide protest against UPA

Posted: 23 Jul 2008 11:17 AM CDT

The former Communists allies of the Congress led UPA government on Wednesday met Mayawati, and other leaders of the third front to strategize a nationwide campaign against the government.

CPI-M expels Somnath Chatterjee

Posted: 23 Jul 2008 11:17 AM CDT

The Communist Party of India-Marxist politburo met on Wednesday and expelled Lok Sabha Somnath Chatterjee from the party.

Smuggling of fertilizer causes scarcity

Posted: 23 Jul 2008 11:16 AM CDT

Farmers in Gorakhpur have alleged that the smuggling of fertilizer along the Indo-Nepal border, has led to a scarcity of fertilizer in the region.

Market cheers UPA win, Sensex ends 6 percent up

Posted: 23 Jul 2008 11:16 AM CDT

A day after the Congress led UPA government won the trust vote in Parliament; shares extended their rise to about 6 percent on Wednesday.

Congress savors win as analysts see new ...

Posted: 23 Jul 2008 11:15 AM CDT

The United Progressive Alliance government's victory in the confidence vote sparked more celebrations at Congress party headquarters in New Delhi on Wednesday.

Eight BJP MPs expelled over trust vote

Posted: 23 Jul 2008 11:15 AM CDT

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday expelled eight of its Lok Sabha MPs for voting for UPA or abstaining during the parliament trust vote.

New tie ups crop up in the political scenario

Posted: 23 Jul 2008 08:15 AM CDT

As India woke up to a confident Congress led United Progressive Alliance after the government won the crucial confidence vote, several political parties in the opposition have signaled new tie ups.

Gowarikar to try his hand at Romantic Comedy

Posted: 23 Jul 2008 08:15 AM CDT

Lagaan, Swades and Jodha-Akbar,After three intense films, Ashutosh Gowarikar is ready to get into a light frothy romance that he says requires no research and no historical details.

Business News

Business News

Japan camera maker Canon says profit drops 13 percent as strong yen erodes overseas sales

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 04:20 AM CDT

TOKYO (AP) _ Japanese camera maker Canon Inc. said Thursday its second-quarter profit fell 13 percent from a year ago as a stronger yen chipped away at the value of booming overseas sales of color copiers.

South Korea's Hyundai Motor says 2nd-quarter net profit declines; vows to increase exports

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 04:09 AM CDT

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) _ South Korea's Hyundai Motor said Thursday that its second-quarter net profit declined despite a gain in sales, and vowed to fight high oil prices by aggressively exporting more fuel efficient vehicles.

Malaysia's inflation surges to 7.7 percent in June after fuel price hike, hits 27-year high

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 04:04 AM CDT

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) _ Malaysia's annual inflation rate spiraled to a 27-year high in June after a fuel price hike sent the cost of food and transport soaring, the government said.

Tax payers can pay income tax through any bank account

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 03:56 AM CDT

New Delhi, July 24 (PTI) Tax payers can now deposit income tax from the bank accounts of any person in addition to credit and debit cards, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) said.

Cabinet approves State Bk of Saurashtra, SBI merger

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 03:55 AM CDT

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - The Cabinet has approved the merger of State Bank of Saurashtra with its parent State Bank of India, to help the small bank face challenges better, a cabinet minister said on Thursday.

India's June oil processing up 5.6 pct yr/yr

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 03:47 AM CDT

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Bollywood News

Bollywood News

My next will not be about three friends: Chetan Bhagat

Posted: 23 Jul 2008 11:42 PM CDT

New Delhi, July 24 (IANS) After writing youth-based books like 'Five Points Someone', 'One Night @ The Call Center' and 'Three Mistakes Of My Life', of which two dealt with a group of three friends, author Chetan Bhagat has no plans to base his next book on the same theme.

Mallika Sherawat dominates her 'man' in 'Ugly Aur Pagli'

Posted: 23 Jul 2008 11:37 PM CDT

New Delhi, July 24 (IANS) Contrary to her sentimental and lovelorn image in 'Pyaar Ke Side Effects', Bollywood's oomph girl Mallika Sherawat is all set to take on her man in a dominating role in forthcoming romantic comedy 'Ugly Aur Pagli'.

Abhishek and I are very well-matched: Sonam Kapoor

Posted: 23 Jul 2008 10:37 PM CDT

Mumbai, July 24 (IANS) Abhishek Bachchan is Sonam Kapoor's second co-star and the newcomer, who is enjoying his company on the sets of 'Dilli 6', says they make a good pair.

Darsheel Safary gets offers for Rs. 75 lakhs?

Posted: 23 Jul 2008 09:31 PM CDT

Mumbai, July 24 (IANS) Ever since Darsheel Safary became the youngest star of Bollywood to get nominated for the best actor award, there has been much speculation about which film he would do next. What's more, his going price is apparently Rs.75 lakhs (7.5 million)!

Priyanka gets into a swimsuit for 'Dostana'

Posted: 23 Jul 2008 08:55 PM CDT

Mumbai, July 24 (IANS) Although Priyanka Chopra had decided not to do a lip lock or don a bikini on screen, she has agreed to get into a swimsuit for Karan Johar's romantic comedy 'Dostana'.

Never say never

Posted: 23 Jul 2008 03:10 PM CDT

Rahul Bose has bought the rights of Pakistani British author Mohsin Hamid's Moth Smoke. He had planned to start shooting the film by the year end but now will start only next year. Juggling with multiple projects, he just doesn't have the time, or so the buzz goes.

It's party time

Posted: 23 Jul 2008 03:10 PM CDT

The countdown has begun... with barely a day and a half left for the party of the year to begin, the 80 lucky winners of the HT City Party with Bollywood contest are gearing up for the big night. This Friday they will meet and party with Bollywood hotshots John Abraham, Deepika Padukone, Sameera Reddy and Neil Nitin Mukesh.

Bolly mania

Posted: 23 Jul 2008 03:10 PM CDT

From maang-tikkas and henna to jewellery and ghaghra-cholis to the jhatak-matak song and dance rountine - Bollywood mania has America firmly in its grip. And everybody wants to cash in on it. So much so that reality show So You Think You Can Dance introduced 'Bollywood Dance' as a genre for the first time amongst other dance styles like Ballroom, Salsa and Hip-Hop.

Actress accused of visa fraud allowed to travel abroad

Posted: 23 Jul 2008 01:07 PM CDT

Chennai, July 23 (IANS) South Indian film actress Flora Shiny, accused of being involved in a US visa racket, was Wednesday allowed by the Madras High Court to travel abroad.

World's first cricket gaming portal launched

Posted: 23 Jul 2008 10:37 AM CDT

Mumbai, July 23 (IANS) A website claiming to be the world's first cricket gaming portal was launched here Wednesday, aiming to cash in on the newfound genre of 'cricketainment'.

Entertainment News

Entertainment News

Popular US TV shows to get early release in Singapore

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 03:22 AM CDT

HONG KONG (AP) _ More than 50 popular American TV shows like "Lost" and "Grey's Anatomy" will air in Asia shortly after their U.S. debut under a deal between three Hollywood studios and a Singapore broadcaster.

The Dark Knight set to create history

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 03:11 AM CDT

After just six days of release in North America, the new Batman sequel The Dark Knight has grossed more domestically than its predecessor did in its entire run, distributor Warner Bros.

Scottish family loses Narnia domain name fight to C S Lewis' estate

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 03:05 AM CDT

London, July 24 (ANI): A Scottish couple has lost the battle in a property dispute with the estate of the author C.S. Lewis over a Narnia Internet domain name that they purchased for their 11-year-old son as a birthday gift.

Madame Tussauds immortalizes Amy Winehouse in wax

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 03:05 AM CDT

London, July 24 (ANI): A waxwork model of singer Amy Winehouse has been unveiled at London's Madame Tussauds wax museum.

Christian Bale's marriage 'rock solid'

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 03:05 AM CDT

Washington, July 24 (ANI): Dark Knight star Christian Bale's eight-year-old marriage to wife Sandra Blazic is 'rock solid'.

Hollywood's Best-Paid Actors

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 03:00 AM CDT

The silver screen's leading men collectively banked $487 million over the course of the year.

Hollywood News

Hollywood News

Madame Tussauds immortalizes Amy Winehouse in wax

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 03:05 AM CDT

London, July 24 (ANI): A waxwork model of singer Amy Winehouse has been unveiled at London's Madame Tussauds wax museum.

Scottish family loses Narnia domain name fight to C S Lewis' estate

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 03:05 AM CDT

London, July 24 (ANI): A Scottish couple has lost the battle in a property dispute with the estate of the author C.S. Lewis over a Narnia Internet domain name that they purchased for their 11-year-old son as a birthday gift.

Christian Bale's marriage 'rock solid'

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 03:05 AM CDT

Washington, July 24 (ANI): Dark Knight star Christian Bale's eight-year-old marriage to wife Sandra Blazic is 'rock solid'.

Hollywood's Best-Paid Actors

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 03:00 AM CDT

The silver screen's leading men collectively banked $487 million over the course of the year.

Ozzy Osbourne to be honoured with Living Legend Award

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 02:35 AM CDT

London, July 24 (ANI): Rock Legend Ozzy Osbourne will be honoured this year with the Living Legend award in the Classic Rock Roll of Honour.

'Winehouse's problems like Jackson, Hendrix'

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 02:02 AM CDT

London, July 24 (IANS) Rapper Nelly has compared the problems of British singer Amy Winehouse, whose drug addiction has taken a toll on her health and who is suffering from emphysema, to those of Michael Jackson and guitar legend Jimi Hendrix who died when he was just 27.

Ronnie Wood wants to keep both mistress and wife

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 02:01 AM CDT

London, July 24 (IANS) Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood claims he wants to save his marriage but also wants to keep seeing his Russian girlfriend Ekaterina Ivanova.

Jimmy Page snub might affect Led Zeppelin reunion

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 01:27 AM CDT

London, July 24 (IANS) Singer Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin is upset with former bandmate Jimmy Page for not mentioning his name in his acceptance speech at the MOJO Honours ceremony. Now their reunion might be off for good, reports thesun.co.uk.

Bale pushed his sister when she asked for money

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 01:23 AM CDT

London, July 24 (IANS) Christian Bale reportedly lost his temper when his sister asked for money to help raise her three children.

Photographer drops case against Pierce Brosnan

Posted: 24 Jul 2008 12:38 AM CDT

New York, July 24 (IANS) Photographer Rob Rosen, who claims he was assaulted by former Bond actor Pierce Brosnan in Malibu last October, has had his case dismissed.

Entertainment-The Times of India

Entertainment-The Times of India

The confused couple: Priyanka-Harman

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It seems, Harman and Priyanka are very confused about the status of their relationship.

Eesha’s universal appeal

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Eesha Koppikar is very happy to have judged the Miss Universe contest.

Eva can't wait to have kids

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As her character in 'Desperate Housewives' is turning into a homemaker with two kids, Eva wants to do the same off-screen as well.

Divya’s new look charms Dev Anand

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Divya Dutta's recent makeover has found many takers and more importantly admirers from within the industry.

JLo laughs off 'diva' tag

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Jennifer Lopez has laughed off the tag that she's a 'tantrum throwing diva', blaming media for exaggerating such reports.

Kareena rocks!

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Rapper Kingston puts Kareena in new song ... it's about Bollywood and its beautiful actresses.

Clooney, 'Hollywood's Top Bachelor'

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The hunky star has topped a new list of 'Hollywood's Top Bachelor', compiled by a U.S. celebrity news show.

I didn’t think before taking the leap: Vidya

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That's how Vidya Malavade managed to jump off a helicopter in her new reality adventure show.