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Indian-Americans part of Illinois Guv scam: report

As lawmakers moved closer to impeach disgraced Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich, a media report on Saturday claimed that two Indian-American businessmen were involved in a fund-raising campaign to......

Indian-American a key figure in corruption trial

Raghuveer Nayak, an Indian-American Chicago businessman, has emerged as a key figure in the corruption trial of former governor Rod Blagojevich at the Dirksen Federal Courthouse in Chicago on......

Obama hit below the belt with castration comment

Politicians must always beware of microphones especially during studio interviews, on the off-chance that it may not be switched off. This must rank as one of the basic lessons in politics,......

Special UN meet to honour Nelson Mandela on 95th birthday

A special meeting of the United Nations General Assembly will mark Nelson Mandela International Day on July 18, honouring the South African anti-apartheid leader's contributions to democracy,......

Fidel Castro, in pictures

Fidel Castro, who symbolised revolution for close to 60 years, passed into the ages on Friday, November 25.Glimpses from the Commandante's colourful life: Fidel with Jawaharlal Nehru in New York.......

IMF: Incompetence by design or default?

Part I: Is the IMF incompetent or... They no longer use bullets and ropes. They use the World Bank and the IMF Jesse Jackson The seeds of the present consternation in the global financial......

Why Indian IT firms may face bigger US visa hurdle this year

According to experts, while allegations against Indian IT firms of visa misuse are nothing new, this time the scrutiny could be much greater Earlier this month, reports surfaced that two of the......

Prince no more: Fans, peers pay tribute to legendary musician

Fans and fellow musicians have paid glowing tributes to legendary musician Prince, who passed away on Thursday in his Paisley Park Studios in Minneapolis. Actress Whoopi Goldberg tweeted:......

STUNNING! Jessica Chastain on the Oscars red carpet

Hollywood's biggest stars attended the 94th Annual Academy Awards to honour the talent that contributes to every unforgettable film. Kevin Costner rubbed shoulders with Nicole Kidman while Benedict......

Big Bang, Modern Family rule Forbes' highest paid list

There's an Indian actor in top ten!After releasing its annual highest paid list of actors and actresses, Forbes' highest paid TV actors 2015 is now out. And two of our favourite shows dominate the......

Casey Affleck: From Oceans to an Oscar by the Sea...

The journey of the star who swept the Best Actor of the Year awards at the Oscars, the Golden Globes and the BAFTAs. One of Casey Affleck's earliest movies was the Academy darling Good Will......

10 Shows To Watch During Lockdown

Binge watching television shows on streaming services has become the new way for us to be entertained at home. And that is not surprising since many of these shows are far better than the films we......

Sha'Carri Wins Her First Gold At Last!

For five years now, ever since the then 19 year old ran the 100 metres US collegiate race in 10.75 seconds and become one of the 10 fastest women in history, Sha'Carri Richardson has been the......

Women's WC: Harmanpreet's fifty in vain; NZ thrash India

Images from the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup match between India and New Zealand in Hamilton on Thursday. Scorecard IMAGE: India’s Harmanpreet Kaur a reacts. Photograph: Andy......

Muhammad Ali's life celebrated by thousands at prayer service

IMAGE: Boxing gloves with well wishes are left at a makeshift memorial for late boxing champion Muhammad Ali in Louisville. Photograph: Lucas Jackson/Reuters. A Muslim funeral for Muhammad Ali on......

PHOTOS: Ali feted by the famous and fans in final farewell

IMAGE: A hearse carrying the body of the late Muhammad Ali enters Cave Hill Cemetery in Louisville, Kentucky, US. Photograph: John Sommers II /Reuters Religious and political leaders joined......

There will never be another Muhammad Ali...the world reacts

IMAGE: Boxing great Muhammad Ali waves to the crowd. Photograph: John Sommers II/File Photo/Reuters. Former world heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali died on Friday, aged 74. Following are......