Nepal to deploy security force at customs points
Kathmandu – Amid rising complaints from the private sector about feeble security situation and cases of anomalies at customs points, the Nepal government is set to form the Industrial and Revenue Security Force (IRSF) to maintain order. Though envisioned three years ago and followed by... read more »
Africa must ensure its own security: France
Paris – France has said it is up to African leaders to guarantee people’s security in the continent. Heading a two-day Africa summit on peace and security, French President Francois Hollande Friday said it was up to African leaders to guarantee people’s security in the continent,... read more »
South Korea mourns Nelson Mandela’s death
Seoul – South Korean President Park Geun-hye Friday condoled the passing away of former South African President Nelson Mandela, describing him a “great statesman” who peacefully ended the apartheid that divided South Africa for a long time. “I express my deepest condolences... read more »
Noel Gallagher: Miley Cyrus embarrassing
London – Singer Noel Gallagher finds Miley Cyrus embarrassing and says that her outrageous acts cast a shadow on female artists. He isn’t impressed by the “Wrecking Ball” hitmaker and says she should channel her energies into writing a good song rather than dressing... read more »
Secrets behind McDonald’s food revealed
Melbourne – Famous fast food chain McDonald’s has addressed some common concerns among customers regarding their food. When the company was asked if their milkshakes have pig... read more »
Tejpal seeks time till Saturday to appear before Goa police
Tehelka Editor Tarun Tejpal, who was asked to appear before the Goa police by 3 pm on Thursday, has sought more time to present himself before the crime branch investigating the complaints... read more »
MBBS entrance racket shocks J&K
By Sheikh Qayoom Srinagar – The plot behind the Jammu and Kashmir MBBS entrance test 2012 racket was so blatant and shocking that it could be the inspiration for a sequel to Vidhu... read more »
If you give your 100 percent, results will follow: Deepika Padukone
By Radhika Bhirani New Delhi – She has scored a hat-trick of hits on the Bollywood pitch, with each film offering a different flavour of her versatile talent, but Deepika Padukone is... read more »
Racist graffiti against Sikh model in New York subway
New York – The Indian American community has been stunned by the racist graffiti on a Gap advertisement featuring Sikh actor and model Waris Ahluwalia at a New York City subway station. The... read more »
