Ganguly writes to CJI over sexual harassment issue
Kolkata – Denying allegations of sexual harassment, retired Supreme Court judge A.K. Ganguly Monday wrote to Chief Justice of India P. Sathasivam raising several questions about the apex court panel’s report which indicted him of “unwelcome behaviour”. “After deep... read more »
History behind common Christmas traditions revealed
Wellington – Do you know how the tradition of kissing under mistletoe came about or why fruitcake is the most common Christmas gift? According to Stuff.co.nz, the custom of kissing underneath mistletoe began in the Victorian era when people believed it lead to marriage and promoted... read more »
Freed Russian tycoon Khodorkovsky will work to release other political pris...
Washington – Former Russian oil tycoon Mikhail Khodorkovsky has said he will spend the rest of his life working towards the release of other political prisoners in the country. Khodorkovsky, who castigated the Kremlin throughout the decade he spent in prison, is not going into politics, but... read more »
Follow these simple tips to travel safe this holiday season!
New Delhi – With the holiday season at its peak, International SOS has issued guidelines for travellers to stay healthy and have safe and secure trips, which include minimizing weather-related disruptions and avoiding road dangers. Senior Vice-President for Medical Services at International... read more »
Iran to hold military drills in Persian Gulf
Tehran – Iranian air force will start military drills over the Persian Gulf Friday, Xinhua reported Thursday. Deputy Commander of Iran’s air force Brigadier General Alireza... read more »
China wants more US high-tech imports
Beijing – Chinese Premier Li Keqiang has urged the US to relax limits on China’s high-tech imports. “We expect the US to relax restrictions on high-tech exports to China... read more »
Putin denies deployment of n-missiles in Kaliningrad
Moscow – Russia has not deployed its Iskander tactical nuclear missiles in Kaliningrad, President Vladimir Putin said Thursday. “Iskander is not our only means of defense and... read more »
At 89, Leslie Phillips to marry again
London – British actor Leslie Phillips is “making the most” of time by marrying again at the age of 89. The funnyman proposed to his girlfriend, social worker Zara Carr,... read more »
46 killed, 100 injured in Iraq violence
Baghdad – At least 46 people were killed and 100 wounded in violent attacks in Iraq Thursday, including a wave of bombings against Shiite pilgrims, police said. The deadliest attack occurred... read more »
