Trump announces troop cuts in Afghanistan, Iraq; draws fire

The United States has announced to reduce the number of American troops in Afghanistan and Iraq to 2,500 each by January 15 next year, which drew sharp reaction from influential lawmakers across......

Is India the American buffer against China?

Aziz Haniffa reports from Washington, DC on how the American Enterprise Institute, a leading neo-conservative DC think-tank, wants the US to boost its military relationship with India. On the day......

Syrian bloodbath triggers global condemnation

The UN Security Council held an emergency meeting on the situation in Syria, condemning a massacre in which 108 people were killed including men, women and children in the Syrian village of Houla.......

Return of the Rahul Congress

The Queen has retired, the bosses have left, long live the prince as king, says Shiv Visvanathan. Often, as Narendra Modi turns predictable and his economics sounds as if it appears from a common......

Would you believe these are made from waste?

Recycling can lead to some amazing creations check these out! Models wear clothes made from recycled material during a Recycled Fashion Show at a nightclub in Phnom...

Lessons to learn from Battle of Aberdeen

Throughout history, wars have left an indelible mark on human psyche. Serious debates have been held on the morality of and the strategic necessity for war. And yet, like every dark cloud that has......

India not to ban BlackBerry services: RIM

Research in Motion (RIM) has got an assurance from the Indian government that the smartphone maker's BlackBerry services in the country won't be banned. "We are working to provide a final......

BlackBerry data encryption deadline on March 31

The government has set a deadline of March 31 for telecom operators to provide an interception solution for BlackBerry enterprise services.The home ministry has directed the Department of......

Brad Pitt to produce stalled Marilyn Monroe biopic

Brad Pitt has signed up to produce an Australian filmmaker's stalled Marilyn Monroe biopic, according to reports.The 48-year-old star has stepped in to help director Andrew Dominik get his......

Russell Crowe rescued by coast guard

Gladiator star Russell Crowe was rescued by a US Coast Guard boat at the weekend after getting lost during a kayak trip.The 48-year-old actor set off with his friend and personal trainer Chris......

Hollywood actors who're totally worth the millions they're paid

Keeping up with its series of annual lists of star achievers, Forbes's latest is of Hollywood stars who are the best actors for the buck. They may charge insane remunerations for their acting......

Hollywood stars lose their Midas touch

Sometimes even the biggest names lose their drawing power. We looked at Bollywood stars who aren't as big as they used to be, and the same is true for the big names in Hollywood. So with Knight......

Indian umpires Chaudhary, Nandan to officiate at ICC Under-19 World Cup

Indian umpires Anil Chaudhary and C K Nandan will be a part of the 14-strong panel of officials for the Under-19 World Cup starting January 13 in New Zealand, the International Cricket Council......

Real Madrid rally to win Club World Cup after Ronaldo hat-trick

IMAGE: Real Madrid Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring a goal with teammates during the FIFA Club World Cup final against Kashima Antlers at International Stadium Yokohama in Yokohama, Japan, on......

PHOTOS: Messi injury blow as Barca go top with win over Sevilla

News from the La Liga, Bundesliga and Ligue 1. IMAGE: Barcelona's Lionel Messi receives medical attention after sustaining an injury during Saturday's La Liga match against Sevilla. Photograph:......

How much do you know about World Cup batting records?

In a three part series, Rajneesh Gupta highlights all the important numbers from cricket World Cups held between 1975 to 2015. Check out Part I   Most Consecutive Wins IMAGE: Team Australia......

PHOTOS: Suarez, Messi sink Atletico after Costa sees red

Bayern Munich demolish Dortmund; Real Madrid, Juventus win IMAGE: Lionel Messi celebrates scoring Barcelona's second goal in Saturday's La Liga match against Atletico Madrid. Photograph: Albert......