Gold prices fell by Rs 170 to Rs 29,950 per 10 grams
Snapping a two-day rising trend, gold prices fell by Rs 170 to Rs 29,950 per 10 grams in the national capital Monday on profit selling by stockists at existing higher levels, influenced by a weak global trend. Silver also met with resistance after four days of gains, and lost Rs 750 at Rs 44,250... read more »
Explosives found outside Musharraf’s house
Islamabad – Explosives were recovered from the vicinity of former Pakistan president Pervez Musharraf’s farmhouse Monday, a media report said. According to police, five packets of explosives were found — each containing around 400-500 gm of explosive material while one pack had a... read more »
Kerala assembly no longer model for the country: Antony
Thiruvananthapuram – The Kerala assembly is no longer a model for the country, Defence Minister A.K. Antony said Monday, addressing the valedictory function of the 125 years’ celebration of the legislature of Kerala. “There was a time when the functioning of the Kerala assembly... read more »
Shifted to CCU, Suchitra Sen’s condition now stable
Kolkata – The condition of iconic Bengali actress Suchitra Sen, who was shifted to the critical care unit (CCU) of a nursing home, has stabilised, a medical bulletin said Monday. Undergoing treatment for a chest infection, Suchitra was Sunday night rushed to the CCU after her condition... read more »
Camels vying for Beauty Crown in UAE contest
London – Abu Dhabi’s Al Dhafra Camel Festival is home to a unique beauty contest, where the contestant is not your average long-legged-stunners but camels. The Al Dhafra festival,... read more »
Golden rules for staying fit and healthy in old age revealed
London – Experts have jotted down five golden rules for a healthy lifestyle which according to them are a key to staying healthy and fit during old age. The experts have revealed that... read more »
Justin Bieber urged to take year long break by manager
Wellington – Justin Bieber’s manager has said that he is forcing the singer to take a year off. Scooter Braun told Access Hollywood that he will force the 19-year-old singer because... read more »
Google Doodle celebrates astrologer, astronomer Johanes Kepler’s 442nd birthday
London – Google is commemorating 17th century astrologer, astronomer and mathematician Johanes Kepler’s 442nd birthday with its latest doodle. Kepler was born on 27 December 1771... read more »
Nadal says staying fit in 2014 more important than winning Grand ...
Johannesburg – World number one Rafael Nadal has said that staying fit is more important for him than adding to his 13 Grand Slam titles. The Spaniard had one of the best seasons of his career... read more »
