Apr 5, 2011

Maharashtra assembly recommends Bharat Ratna for Tendulkar


The country's highest civilian award for Sachin Tendulkar was moved by Maharashtra CM Prithviraj Chavan and supported by all parties.


After World Cup loss, Sangakkara quits as Sri Lanka captain


Sri Lanka's cricket captain Kumar Sangakkara said he was resigning from the job three days after his team lost to India in the World Cup final.


New UK immigration rules to hit Indian professionals


The rules come into effect on Wednesday as part of the David Cameron government's efforts to reduce migration from non-EU countries.


2G spectrum scam: Anil Ambani quizzed by PAC


Anil Ambani was questioned by Public Accounts Committee in connection with alleged irregularities in 2G spectrum allocation.


Luxury villas worth total of Rs 9cr for Team India


Real estate firm Amrapali on Tuesday said it will gift villas worth a total of Rs 9 crore to the entire World Cup winning Indian cricket team at its township in Noida extension.


2G trail: Govt objects to SC appointed prosecutor


The Centre on Tuesday objected to the SC suggestion to appoint senior advocate Uday Lalit as the special public prosecutor for the trial in the 2G scam.


Women cheaper than liquor in Goa: Bollywood film


"Over here liquor is cheap, and women are cheaper," are lines that actress Bipasha Basu delivers in the trailor of the Hindi movie Dum Maaro Dum.


IIIT-A students vacate hostels, continue stir


Even as the Indian Institute of Information Technology here has been closed sine die, the students continued their stir on Monday.


Secrecy through Chinese phones, BlackBerry over


Data from Chinese mobile phones and BlackBerry, till now a big headache for security agencies, can now be retrieved with the development of a technological solution.


Man returns from Gulf in vegetative state


Dubai-based NGO Valley of Love will fly down on Tuesday Sheikh Alavudeen, a resident of Thanjavur, who suffered brain damage due to electric shock he suffered at his work place in Dubai.


Personality traits: Dhoni adaptable, Sachin ethical


With the World Cup trophy back in India after 28 years, hero worship of Team India continues unabated into the second day. In a country of 1.21 billion where cricket is a religion, it's therefore only natural that our Men in Blue have been the subject of intense discussion-heir leadership styles, personality traits, likes dislikes and what have you.


Management lessons from CEO Dhoni


What Mahendra Singh Dhoni as CEO of the Indian cricket team did to ensure the country won the World Cup will be etched as learnings for leaders across all walks of life. Captains of India Inc, leading business schools and HR leaders have taken note of Dhoni's style of management.


Brand: Filmstars safer bets than cricketers


Cricketers still lack the reliability factor which Bollywood stars offer to brands. M S Dhoni and Sachin Tendulkar, are the only two safe bets.


3 CPI(M) activists held in connection with Balan's death





Chief Minister denies having written against Pinarayi Vijayan to Prakash Karat





Prime Minister to address election campaign on April 9





UDF wave to be visible: MM Hassan





BJP eyeing Opposition slot in Kerala Assembly: Sushma Swaraj





Electioneering picks up momentum in Kerala





Kerala legislator readies for 12th victory





Long road to recovery for Mexes


Roma and France defender Philippe Mexes will be sidelined for at least four months after undergoing knee surgery on Tuesday.


Capello captivated by Scudetto race


England manager Fabio Capello believes the Scudetto race is wide open with seven Serie A games remaining.


Rooney rant undermines Fergie's praise


Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson last Thursday picked the wrong time to hold Wayne Rooney up as the example for Mario Balotelli to follow.


Barcelona vs Shakhtar Donetsk Preview


Barcelona head into their UEFA Champions League clash against Shakhtar Donetsk in buoyant mood.


Twente chief hails Preud'homme


FC Twente chairman Joop Munsterman has praised the work of coach Michel Preud'homme in his first season at the helm.


Japan withdraw from Copa America


Japan have withdrawn from this summer's Copa America in the aftermath of last month's earthquake and tsunami.


Sangakkara quits as skipper


Team selection in World Cup final led to widespread criticism, say Sri Lankan Cricket insiders.


Dortmund: Gotze not for sale


Borussia Dortmund chairman Hans-Joachim Watzke has ruled out selling teenage star Mario Gotze.


Japan withdraws from Copa America


Japan have withdrawn from this summer's Copa America as the fall-out from last month's earthquake and tsunami continues.


Super15: Kirchner ready for Bulls


Zane Kirchner has been passed fit to take his place in the Bulls line-up for the clash against the Crusaders in Timaru.


Raul will return to Real Madrid


Real Madrid legend Raul expects to return to the club in some capacity when his playing days are over.


Rooney absent from United training


Wayne Rooney was absent from Manchester United's group session during training ahead of the Champions League quarter-final against Chelsea.


Button unfazed by Sepang heat


The Malaysian Grand Prix will be one of the toughest physical challenges for the drivers, but Jenson Button is not deterred.


Rugby: Thompson to fly with Falcons


Newcastle Falcons hooker Matt Thompson has extended his contract at the club ahead of the match against Leeds Carnegie.


Vettori to lead RCB in IPL 4


New Zealand's Daniel Vettori will be the captain of Royal Challengers Bangalore for the fourth edition of the Indian Premier League, starting April 8 in Chennai.