Shimla, Nov 1 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh Governor Urmila Singh Saturday stressed upon the need for identifying diseases posing a threat to potato crop and strategies to protect it from the effects of climate change. Speaking at a national seminar on ‘Emerging problems of potato’, organised jointly by the Indian Potato Association and the Central Potato Research […]
Kathmandu, Nov 1 (IANS) In the line with the announcement made by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the first week of August, the “Bharat-Nepal Shiksha Maitri Karyakram” for Nepalese students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate courses in various disciplines in Nepal was announced here Saturday. The programme, fully funded by the Indian government, envisages visits by […]
Baghdad, Nov 1 (IANS) A total of 1,273 Iraqis were killed and 2,010 others were injured in terrorist attacks and violence in October in Iraq, according to a statement issued Saturday by the UN Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI). The statement said that 856 civilians, including 139 policemen, and 417 Iraqi security forces personnel were killed, […]
New Delhi, Nov 1 (IANS) A court here Saturday issued a bailable warrant against Congress leader Digvijaya Singh after he failed to appear before it in a criminal defamation case lodged against him by union minister Nitin Gadkari. Metropolitan Magistrate Gomati Manocha also warned Road Transport and Highways Minister Gadkari of dismissing his plea if he […]
New Delhi, Nov 1 (IANS) Dedicated to non-fiction literary works, the two-day India Non-Fiction Festival will begin in the national capital Nov 15, a statement said Saturday. In its fourth edition, the festival will bring together noted authors and personalities from diverse fields and they would engage in discussions on issues ranging from business and sociology […]
New Delhi, Nov. Nov 1 (IANS) General Motors India sold 4,263 vehicles in October against 7,715 units sold in the corresponding period last year — a drop of 44.74 percent, the company said Saturday. “Even though the lower fuel prices are encouraging, the market is not showing any movement apart from new entries. Even the festival […]
When it comes to shutting down your digital life after you pass away, whether it’s Facebook, Instagram or an email account, it’s important to plan ahead. “Nine out of 10 Australians have a social media account of some description, yet the vast majority have not even had a conversation – let alone written anything down […]
Nairobi, Oct 31 (IANS) Kenya’s cabinet Thursday announced elaborate measures as part of a contingency plan for Ebola preparedness and response to ensure the east Africa nation remains free from Ebola. The cabinet which met under the chairmanship of President Uhuru Kenyatta, directed the formation of an experts committee to monitor the country on a 24-hour […]
Los Angeles, Oct 31 (IANS) A fashion faux pas can happen with one of the world’s most iconic models too. Kate Moss is a case in point who ended up flashing much of her derriere in a see-through attire. The 40-year-old was dressed provocatively for Mario Testino’s 60th birthday bash. She not just showcased her perky […]
Jammu, Oct 31 (IANS) At least one person was killed and 28 people were injured late Thursday when a bus rolled down a deep gorge in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district, police said. “The accident occurred at Budhi Morh on the Rajouri-Kotranda road late yesterday (Thursday)” after the driver of a mini bus lost control over […]