The US has vetoed a UN Security Council resolution that would have condemned Israeli settlements as "illegal" and called for an immediate halt to all settlement building. All 14 other Security Council members voted in favour of the resolution, which was backed by the Palestine Liberation Organisatio

After a rousing opening ceremony greeted with passion and unbridled joy by the people here, the ICC ODI World Cup is all set for its lung-opener. India will meet Bangladesh in the inaugural match at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium here on Saturday. The 10th edition of the premier ODI event, held every f

NEW DELHI: India's Drug Technical Advisory Board (DTAB) has decided to ban two controversial drugs - Gatifloxacine and Tegaserod - because of their side-effects. The decision was taken by DTAB's sub-committee headed by Dr Y K Gupta from AIIMS which met on Thursday. DTAB, however, could not make u

Bhatkal - 18 Feb 2011: Markazi Khaleefa Jamtul Muslimeen yesterday conducted a Jalsa on 'Seerat-un-Nabi' here in-front of Khaleefa Jama Masjid, Bhatkal. The program began at 9:00 pm with the Qirat of Hafiz Mohammed Anees Buddu. Moulana Jafer Faqibhav Nadvi delivered the welcome speech and Mr Ismail

Shots were heard around Pearl roundabout in Manama after nightfall, at least 23 wounded. The circumstances of the shooting after nightfall on Friday were not clear. A former Shia lawmaker said troops shot at the protesters and wounded at least 23. Bahrain's crown prince, meanwhile, called for calm,

A lot has changed in the nearly four years since the peace of Hyderabad was shattered - first by the May 2007 Mecca Masjid blasts and, three months later, by the twin blasts at the Gokul Chat Bhandar and Lumbini Park. Some 20 Muslim boys who were picked up randomly in the aftermath of the blasts an

AHMEDABAD: A suave customer flashing a Rado watch, gold necklaces and expensive clothes on Thursday walked into a car showroom on SG highway and took off with an Audi Q7 worth around Rs 80 lakh. The showroom officials realised, too late, that the chic demeanour was a ploy and the customer was a th

Dhaka - 17 Feb 2011: Rock star Bryan Adams provided the sparks as a dazzling opening ceremony, showcasing a vibrant blend of sub-continental traditions and modernity, on Thursday launched the 10th edition of the cricket World Cup, setting the stage for 43 days of high-voltage cricketing extravaganza

Bahrain - 17 Feb 2011: Six people were killed in Bahrain as riot police unleashed rubber bullets and tear gas to drive panicked protesters out of a square in the capital, Manama, the opposition said yesterday. ''They attacked the square, where hundreds of people were spending the night in tents,'' s

Bhatkal - 17 Feb 2011: A 2-day Management Fest, "Anjumanii Vision - 2011" conducted by Anjuman Degree & P G Center was successfully concluded here at Anjuman College premises, Anjuman Abad, Bhatkal. Ramaiah College Bangalore clinched the championship and was awarded with Trophy and Rs 25,000/- cash.

Bhatkal - 17 Feb 2011: The black rock with Shivling which recently became the topic of discussion in the town was finally handed over to the Department of Archaeological Survey of India. With the intervention of Bhatkal Assistant Commissioner Dr Anuradha and senior police officials this matters was

YANGON, Feb 16,2011 (AP): From almost the moment Le Yati Min was born, her mother knew the girl had a little something extra.'I asked the nurses whether my kid was born complete with hands and legs,' says her mother. 'They replied that the baby even has more than she needs.'Born with 12 fingers and

Bhatkal - 16 Feb 2011: On the occasion of 12thRabiul Awwal, Bazm-e-Faizul Rasool, a local organization held a Milad-un-Nabi procession to celebrate the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad (SAW). The procession began in the evening from Eidgah grounds and after passing through several landmarks inc

Bhatkal - 16 Feb 2011: One person killed on the spot while crossing the track near Bhatkal Railway Staion. According to the sources the accident took place today morning at around 8:30 am when Delhi bound Rajdhani Express in its full speed knocked down a man who was crossing the railway track. The d

Bhatkal - 16 Feb 2011: Anjuman Degree College, Bhatkal wins Zonal Level Kabaddi Tournament defeating Anjuman BBA College Bhatkal by huge margin of 29 points. The tournament was played here at Mahasati Degree College, Ulga. It was fourth consecutive championship win for Anjuman Degree College at Zona

Murdeshwar - 16 Feb 2011: RNS Polytechnic Murdeshwar recently organized a Blood Donation Camp here at College premises. The event was co-sponsored by Society Development & Planning Govt of India, Konkani Kharvi Sangha Bhatkal and Lions Club Murdeshwar. In his inaugural speech Bhatkal DySP Mr M Naray

Bhatkal, 16 Feb 2011 (Bhatkallys News):Mr Ismail Hasan Damudi was elected as new vice-president 2 of Anjuman Hami-e-Muslimeen, Bhatkal. The post was held by Muallim Zaferali saheb and after his death the vacancy had to be filled. It may be recalled that Ismail Hasan Damudi had also earlier served as

Bhatkal - 16 Feb 2011: Two persons severely wounded when the bikes they were riding collided each other near Hotel City Light here at National Highway, Nawayath Colony Bhatkal. The injured have been identified as Manjunath Shetty from Basti-Murdeshwar and Erappa Naik from Jali. Both injured have bee