27 killed in Iraq attacks
Baghdad – At least 23 people and four suicide bombers were killed and 14 wounded in separa! te violent attacks across Iraq Monday, police said. In one attack, gunmen broke into the offices of Salahudin satellite TV channel and the nearby Iraqia official television’s headquarters in... read more »
Panel suggests independent authority for higher education standards
New Delhi – A committee named to draft rules on distance education on Thursday suggested setting up of an independent authority through an act of Parliament to regulate the standards of higher education. It is likely to be called the Distance Education Council of India (DECI), which could... read more »
Kim Jong-Un rounds up executed uncle’s relatives
Sydney – North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un has reportedly rounded up hundreds of people connected to the country’s former second in command and his executed uncle Jang Song-Thaek. According to the media reports, hundreds of people, including relative s connected to Jang’s father,... read more »
Tips to make your clothes versatile
Los Angeles – From strappy heels to blazers, you can now take any fashion item ! from day to night. People.com shares tips on how to transform your daywear into evening outfit: – White button-down shirt: The quintessential 9-to-5 shirt can extend its working hours by getting tucked into... read more »
Jacob Zuma unveils giant Mandela statue
A 9-metre-tall statue of former South African president and anti-apartheid activist Nelson Mandela was unveiled Monday at the seat of government, a day after his tribute-laden funeral... read more »
Candles lit at Munirka bus stand in memory of Dec 16 victim
New Delhi – People lit candles and held solidarity marches in remembrance of the horrific Dec 16 Delhi gang-rape that shook the nation, as the victim’s parents demanded the... read more »
Remove make-up with care
New Delhi – Pop colours can brighten up your face, but to improve your skin ensure that you clean it with mild face wash once you get back home from your outings. Makeover expert... read more »
JD-U to support Lokpal Bill: Nitish Kumar
Patna – Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar Monday said his Janata Dal-United (JD-U) will support the Lokpal Bill in parliament. “My party will support the Lokpal Bill in Rajya... read more »
Can’t forget this day: B’town on Dec 16 gang rape
Mumbai – A year since the brutal gang rape of a 23-year-old trainee physiotherapist in the capital city, Bollywood celebrities like Gauri Shinde and Mallika Sherawat said days like this... read more »
