Egypt declares Muslim Brotherhood ‘terrorist’ group
Johannesburg – Egypt has declared the ousted president Mohammed Morsi’s Muslim Brotherhood movement a “terrorist” group, banning all its activities. Deputy Prime Minister Hossam Eissa said that the military-led government now has the authority to charge any member of deposed... read more »
Knee pain? Surgery may not be a solution
New York – Are your knees troubling you? Physical therapy may be a better solution than undergoing surgery, especially an unnecessary one, according to a new study. Arthroscopic surgery on the torn meniscus — the crescent-shaped cartilage that helps cushion and stabilise knees —... read more »
Books and videos commemorate Mao
Beijing – A number of books and videos on former Chinese leader Mao Zedong – founder of the People’s Republic of China – were released to commemorate his 120th anniversary. A 50-part television series, co-produced by the publicity authorities of central China’s Hunan... read more »
Turkish PM Recep Tayyip Erdogan reshuffles Cabinet after resignations
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan reshuffled his Cabinet on Wednesday after three Ministers resigned amid a corruption probe, Anadolu news agency reported. Mr. Erdogan named new Economy, Environment and Interior Ministers to replace the officials who had resigned. He also replaced... read more »
Priyanka creates playlist for New Year gig
Mumbai – Priyanka Chopra is gearing up to give her fans in Chennai a memorable New Year’s eve. The actress-singer is making a list of songs for her live performance. Her... read more »
Tejas gets initial official clearance
Bangalore – Tejas, India’s indigeneously-designed Light Combat Aircraft, Friday got initial operation clearance (IOC-II). Defence Minister A.K. Antony handed over release to... read more »
Sensex gains 173 points during pre-noon trade
Mumbai – A benchmark index of Indian equities markets gained 173.01 points or 0.84 percent during the pre-noon trade Friday. The rally was led by IT, oil and gas, auto and banking... read more »
Will not accept US mockery: Kamal Nath
New Delhi – Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kamal Nath Friday said India will not accept this US “mockery” and demanded it drop charges against Indian diplomat Devyani... read more »
Adhyayan gets autographed bat from Sachin Tendulkar
By Subhash K. Jha Mumbai – Master blaster Sachin Tendulkar, who graced the music release of Adhyayan Suman-starrer “Heartless” here earlier this week, also gave the young actor a... read more »
