India
Madras University revamps syllabus for good
Industry consulted; changes to incorporate latest developments in various fields
13 starvation deaths in Bengal, groups demand reforms
The NGOs urged the state government to 'convince' the central government to make certain amendments in the proposed Food Security Bill.
Himachal inks $100 million loan pact with World Bank
The agreement would focus on climate-smart development in energy, watershed management, industry and tourism.
Radcliffe eager to star in Frankenstein project
The actor is reportedly interested in portraying the lead character, Hunchback, in the movie adaptation of Mary Shelley's novel.
'Aiyyaa' is riding on Rani's shoulder: Prithviraj
Rani has delivered several hits like 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai', 'Black', 'Hum Tum' and 'Veer Zaara' in the past.
English Vinglish: Special screening for Rajinikanth
Sridevi will be playing a teacher in the film. It features Ajith Kumar in a cameo appearance in Tamil.
'Jesus' wife' papyrus a fake: Vatican
Harvard Professor Karen King's study divided the academic community, with some hailing it as a landmark discovery while others rapidly expressed their doubts.
Tallest statue of Christ in country unveiled
The statue, made out of a mixture of resin, catalysts, fibre and wax, is made by popular Malayalam film art director Premachandran.
Ang Lee's 'Life of Pi' opens NY film festival
The black-tie audience got the first glimpse of the spiritual story of a boy stranded on a boat with a tiger.