63 Boko Haram militants killed: Nigerian military
Lagos – At least 63 Boko Haram fighters were killed during Nigerian army’s raids following a recent pre-dawn attack on military barracks in Bama town by the militant sect in the northern state of Borno, a military spokesperson said Monday. The military launched ground and air operations... read more »
Merkel extremely dismayed over Schumacher’s fall
Berlin – German Chancellor Angela Merkel was “extremely dismayed” as she heard about the skiing accident of German racing legend Michael Schumacher, her spokesperson said Monday. “Like millions of Germans, the chancellor and government members were extremely dismayed when... read more »
‘Russian blasts necessitate upgrading anti-terror system’
Moscow – Russian experts Monday urged an upgrade of the terror prevention system after two suicide bombings hit the Volgograd city within 24 hours and left 32 killed and over 70 injured. Russia tightened security nationwide after the attacks. “Stopping a terrorist on the spot is not... read more »
44 Iraqi lawmakers resign over anti-Sunnis government actions
Baghdad – As many as 44 members of Iraqi parliament announced their resignation Monday to protest against the government’s latest moves on Sunni Arabs, including the demolition of a protest site and the arrest of a Sunni parliamentarian in the Anbar province. The parliamentarian from... read more »
Steyn, Morkel strike as India reaches 271 for 5 at tea
Dale Steyn and Morne Morkel on Friday struck in the extended second session as they dismissed Murali Vijay, Cheteshwar Pujara, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli before tea. India reached 271 for... read more »
Deadly explosion rocks Lebanese capital Beirut, 5 Killed
Mohamed Shattah, Lebanon’s former finance minister, has been killed by a car bomb that exploded in the centre of the capital Beirut along with at least five others, officials told Al... read more »
Benefits of honey for skincare in winters
New Delhi – Honey has been hailed as a moisturizer and antiseptic for skin as it is a natural antibacterial, making it great for acne treatment and prevention. Honey is also a great... read more »
Goodness of tropical fruits
The tropics is blessed with sunshine all year long along with abundant rainfall and some of the most popular fruits in the world. Read on to find out about their health benefits as... read more »
Naseeruddin Shah believes chemistry with Arshad Warsi better in `...
New Delhi – Naseeruddin Shah has said that his chemistry with Arshad Warsi in the upcoming film ‘Dedh Ishqiya’ is better and warmer than what they shared in the 2010 hit ‘Ishqiya’. In... read more »
