Hamas, Islamic State group ‘branches of same poisonous tree’: Netanya...
In a blistering speech to the United Nations, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned on Monday that Hamas and the Islamic State group are “branches of the same poisonous tree,” both bent on world domination through terror, just as the Nazis were. Netanyahu also lashed back at... read more »
Protestors ignore Hong Kong leader’s call to end demo
HONG KONG: Hong Kong’s embattled leader called Tuesday for an immediate end to street demonstrations that have drawn tens of thousands and paralyzed the city, but protesters refused to move until Beijing grants the financial hub genuine democracy. In his first public comments since... read more »
Terrorism, economy major focus areas for India, US
Tackling terrorism, climate change and promoting economic growth is going to be the major focus of India and the United States strategic partnership. The vision Statement for the US India Strategic Partnership said, “Chalein Saath Saath: Forward Together We Go”. The Indo-US strategic... read more »
WHO advocates salt reduction to prevent heart disease
New Delhi: The World Health Organisation (WHO) Sunday advocated salt reduction to prevent and control non-communicable diseases as high salt intake increases the risk of high blood pressure and is associated with heart disease and stroke. “The WHO recommends a daily salt intake of less than... read more »
Calcutta HC Stays United Bank’s ‘Wilful Defaulter’ Tag Against Kingfisher
Grounded airline Kingfisher Airlines Ltd has obtained a stay order from the Calcutta High Court on the decision of the United Bank of India, declaring the airline and its directors... read more »
Broad market shows strength
A range bound movement was witnessed as key indices moved near the flat line in afternoon trade. The broad market showed strength, with more than two gainers for every loser on BSE. The... read more »
IDBI Bank rises 3%, borrowing limit hiked to Rs 15000 cr
Shares of IDBI Bank was up 3 percent intraday on Monday after its board meeting. In the meeting held on September 26, the board has approved to increase borrowing limit to Rs 15000... read more »
Snapdeal, Flipkart and Amazon may spend up to Rs 200 crore this festive season
BANGALORE: If Amazon chief Jeff Bezos had wanted a ringside view of the intense marketing battles taking place in India’s ecommerce terrain, he couldn’t have chosen a better... read more »
O Panneerselvam sworn-in as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister
Chennai: After a special court in Bangalore announced its verdict in the disproportionate assets case and sentenced J Jayalalithaa to four years imprisonment, the AIADMK chief’s confidante O... read more »
