Ronaldo to continue playing despite rape claim, says Juventus coach
Turin, Oct 19 (IANS) Cristiano Ronaldo will continue playing for Juventus despite a police investigation into a rape allegation against the Portuguese star, coach Massimiliano …
Despite ending Haj subsidy, no financial burden on pilgrims: Naqvi
Mumbai, Oct 17 (IANS) Despite the removal of the Haj subsidy from the 2018 pilgrimage season, there was no financial burden on the pilgrims as …
Sensex erases losses despite tick-up in wholesale prices
Mumbai, Oct 15 (IANS) The key equity indices on Monday erased their initial losses, despite a tick-up in the wholesale price-based inflation index. Wholesale price …
Holder rues heavy defeats despite batting-friendly pitches
Hyderabad, Oct 14 (IANS) West Indies captain Jason Holder on Sunday said the manner of defeats in India hurt the team considering the fact that …
Home construction stalls despite population boom
It is a bit of a mystery as to why Canada’s housing market has slowed down drastically at a time when its population is booming. …
2002 Gujarat riots: Despite request to CM Modi, Army lost a crucial day waiting for vehicles, says retired Lt. General (Exclusive)
New Delhi, Oct 5 (IANS) On the intervening night of February 28 and March 1, 2002 when Gujarat was engulfed in flames, Lt. Gen Zameer …
2002 Gujarat riots: Despite request to CM Modi, Army lost a crucial day waiting for vehicles, says Lt. General (Exclusive)
New Delhi, Oct 5 (IANS) On the intervening night of February 28 and March 1, 2002 when Gujarat was engulfed in flames, Lt. Gen Zameer …
Juncker defends Iran n-deal despite US sanctions
Vienna, Oct 5 (IANS) The EU should remain strong on its commitment to the Iran nuclear deal and not be swayed by a change in …
Despite progress, 12% of world still defecates in open: UNICEF chief
New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) UNICEF Executive Director Henrietta Fore on Monday broke inspiring news ahead of Mahatma Gandhis 150th birth year that India has …
Why toilets remain aspirational for the urban poor despite subsidies
Mumbai, Oct 1 (IndiaSpend/IANS) A 65 per cent shortfall in subsidies is affecting Maharashtra’s push to ensure a toilet in every urban household under the …
Oil sales to India will continue despite US sanctions: Iran
Tehran, Sep 30 (IANS) The Iranian Foreign Minister said Iran’s oil sales to India will continue despite the US threats of sanction pressures against Iran …
HAL to pursue growth opportunities despite challenges
Bengaluru, Sep 28 (IANS) State-run Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) will pursue growth opportunities despite facing challenges, said a top official of the aerospace major on …
Pakistan won’t abandon peace efforts despite India’s reluctance: Foreign Minister
Washington, Sep 24 (IANS) Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi has said that despite Indias reluctance, Islamabad would not close doors on its efforts to …
‘Equalizer 2’: An enjoyable vigilante film despite mediocrity (IANS Review, Rating: ***)
Film: “Equalizer 2”; Director: Antoine Fuqua; Cast: Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal, Ashton Sanders, Bill Pullman, Melissa Leo, Jonathan Scarfe, Orson Bean; Rating: *** This vigilante …
Despite rupee’s decline, paint industry expects robust growth
Kolkata, Sep 18 (IANS) The Indian paint industry, which remains bullish in its outlook with an anticipated 15 per cent growth in the current fiscal …
Cruz Azul stays in 1st place in Liga MX despite loss to Necaxa
Mexico City, Sep 17 (IANS) Necaxa defeated first-place Cruz Azul 2-0 over the weekend in Liga MX Apertura tournament action. Cruz Azul, which is led …
Barça management wants to play La Liga match in US, despite players’ refusal
Barcelona, Sep 12 (IANS) Barcelona’s club management on Wednesday said it was still interested in playing a competitive La Liga match in the United States …
England take healthy lead against India despite Jadeja heroics (Roundup)
London, Sep 9 (IANS) Playing in his final Test, Alastair Cook looked solid and helped England take the upper hand in the fifth and final …
Delhi celebrates Janmashtami despite rain
New Delhi, Sep 3 (IANS) Heavy rain and blocked roads did not stop Delhiites from celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna – Janmashtami – as …
Cruzeiro in Copa Libertadores quarts despite losing to Flamengo 0-1
Rio de Janeiro, Aug 30 (IANS) Brazilian football club Cruzeiro has qualified for the quarter-finals of the Copa Libertadores despite losing 0-1 to their compatriots …
Delhi Book Fair sees good footfall despite rains
New Delhi, Aug 29 (IANS) Even as the Pragati Maidan venue seemed to be flooded due to the rains, the organisers of 24th Delhi Book …
‘Most Indian parents posting their kids’ photos online despite threats’
New Delhi, Aug 28 (IANS) Although Indian parents are aware that images of their children posted online could end up in the wrong hands, most …
Despite efforts, Rohingyas remain vulnerable in Bangladesh: WHO
New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) The World Health Organization (WHO) on Friday expressed concern over the health condition of Rohingya refugees living in Cox’s Bazar …
‘India seeks to continue importing Iran oil despite US sanctions’
New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) With India seeking ways to maintain its bilateral ties with Iran in the face of US sanctions reimposed on the …
Old parents left to fend for themselves, despite welfare law (Social Feature)
New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) With a wall-mounted personal shrine, pictures of deities hanging on walls, a rack containing utensils and a few boxes with …
Infiltration on despite Pakistan’s pledge to act against ‘inimical elements’
Srinagar/New Delhi, Aug 19 (IANS) A militant was killed in a gunfight with the Indian Army after an infiltration bid by a group of gunmen …
Google admits tracking users on smart phones despite disabled feature
San Francisco, Aug 18 (IANS) Google has updated a help page for customers of mobile phones to acknowledge that they still can be tracked for …
Vajpayee refused to dismiss DMK government despite threat to his government: Stalin
Chennai, Aug 17 (IANS) Condoling the death of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, DMK Working President M.K. Stalin said the late leader did not …
Derailments on the rise despite Railways’ massive repairs exercise
New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) Despite the massive track repair and maintenance work being undertaken by the Indian Railways, the instances of train derailment have …
Devotees throng Himachal temples despite rains
Shimla, Aug 12 (IANS) Thousands of devotees from across the region on Sunday thronged temples in Himachal Pradesh to mark the onset of the eight-day …
Saudi Arabia won’t cut oil supplies to Canada despite row
Riyadh, Aug 9 (IANS) Saudi Arabia announced on Thursday that its oil supply to Canada will not be affected despite an escalating diplomatic rift between …
British defence secretary defends JCPOA despite Trump’s disdain
Washington, Aug 8 (IANS) British Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has said here the current Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) was the “best possible” and …
Europe delivers 5 more ATR planes to Iran despite US pressures
Tehran, Aug 5 (IANS) The French-Italian aircraft manufacturer ATR delivered five more turboprops to Iran on Sunday, the official IRNA news agency reported. The ATR …
Global cues, macro data lift equity indices despite rate hike (Market Review)
Mumbai, Aug 4 (IANS) Broadly positive global cues, along with healthy macro-economic data and better-than-expected quarterly earnings, lifted the key Indian equity indices during the …
Exports of jute products to rise despite concerns over quality
Kolkata, Aug 3 (IANS) Despite challenges in procuring quality raw jute, exports of diversified products made of the golden fibre are expected to grow over …
China to join naval drills in Australia despite tensions
Sydney, Aug 1 (IANS) China will participate in multilateral naval exercises due to begin in August in Australia, despite tensions between the two countries, officials …
China’s ‘MeToo’ surges on despite unique difficulties
Beijing, July 28 (IANS) The “MeToo” movement in China is facing some unique difficulties as other than being ignored or accused of lying, they are …
17 dams’ water level low despite rains in MP
Bhopal, July 24 (IANS) Despite heavy rains across Madhya Pradesh, there are still 17 dams that have not reached their maximum water level capacity, officials …
Google’s parent Alphabet beats expectations despite EU fine
San Francisco, July 24 (IANS) Taking the latest $5 billion fine by the European Commission into account, Google’s parent company Alphabet reported $26.24 billion in …
People interacting more with near ones, despite digital revolution
New York, July 23 (IANS) With Skype or WhatsApp, you can talk to anyone from anywhere. And Amazon allows you to shop from the comfort …
Despite heavy rain, MP reservoirs deficient
Bhopal, July 20 (IANS) The water level in most of the 17 major reservoirs in Madhya Pradesh continues to remain below the highest level despite …