September 10, 2013
WASHINGTON: Researchers led by an Indian-origin scientist have developed a new 'crash-proof ' driver-less car that can safely navigate its way through busy roads.
September 10, 2013
WASHINGTON: President Barack Obama conceded on Monday night he might lose his fight for congressional support of a military strike against Syria, and declined to say what he would do if lawmakers reject his call to back retaliation for a chemical weapons attack last month.
September 10, 2013
NEW YORK: Rafael Nadal claimed his second US Open title and 13th Grand Slam crown when he defeated world number one Novak Djokovic 6-2, 3-6, 6-4, 6-1 in a lung-busting, big-hitting final on Monday.
Rafael Nadal bites the trophy as he celebrates winning the US Open final against Novak Djokovic in New York.
September 9, 2013
NEW YORK: In a freak accident, an 18-year-old Indian-origin girl was killed in the US when she jumped out of a closet to surprise a friend, who shot her thinking she was an intruder.
September 9, 2013
SRINAGAR: A top Lashkar-e-Taiba ( LeT) commander was arrested on Monday by security forces from Baramulla district of Kashmir.
Manzoor alias Shams Bhai, the 'chief coordinator' of the militant outfit was arrested during a joint operation by Army and police from Pattan area of Baramulla, an Army official said.
September 9, 2013
WASHINGTON: The United States has seen a mysterious surge of asylum seekers from India entering America illegally through the southwestern desert state of Arizona bordering Mexico, according to a media report.
September 9, 2013
MUMBAI: Analysts and heads of treasuries at banks have opined that "the Rajan effect"' — the impact of the measures unveiled by new Reserve Bank governor Raghuram Rajan — will continue to play out in the forex market this week as well.
Market participants see the rupee rising to 63 against the dollar this week and trading in the 63-65.50 range.
September 9, 2013
NEW DELHI: Jhumki's (name changed) red and white sakha-pola (wedding bangles) and sindoor jar sharply with her starched uniform. She was forced by her father to marry when she was barely 11 but she feels lucky to be allowed to attend school.
September 9, 2013
PARIS: The United States left the door open on Sunday to seeking a United Nations Security Council resolution that could endorse punishing Syria for a chemical weapons attack last month and indicated Arab countries were seeking a tough response.
September 9, 2013
BUENOS AIRES: Seven months after losing its Olympic place, wrestling was reinstated for the 2020 Olympics on Sunday as the IOC overturned a decision that many members thought was a mistake.
