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In-Depth: Top Achievements of RBI Chief Raghuram Rajan

Raghuram Rajan, who recently took over the reins of Reserve Bank of India, shored up investor confidence in his first speech. But his real task lies in uplifting the nation's poor economic conditions and on reviving the sliding rupee value.

Sep 6, 2013

Teacher's Day 2013: Famous Scholars of India's Past

On Teacher's Day today (5 September), we go back in time to learn about the contributions of some famous Indian teachers to society.

Sep 5, 2013

Samsung Unpacked 2013: Galaxy Note 3, Galaxy Gear Expected Specifications, Live Streaming Information of Launch Event

The much-anticipated Samsung phablet Galaxy Note 3 and the South Korean company's first ever wearable Galaxy Gear smartwatch are all set to make their grand debut in Berlin on 4 September.

Sep 4, 2013

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Indian Idol Junior: Bangalore Girl Anjana Crowned Winner in Singing Reality Show

Bangalore-based Anjana Padmanabhan was crowned the winner of the first season of "Indian Idol Junior" at a grand finale in Mumbai on Sunday (1 September).

Sep 3, 2013

Pakistan Live Talk Show Host Gives Away Babies on Air, Draws Flak

A Pakistani television show host boosted the ratings as well as drew flaks from critics by giving away free babies on air as gifts to couples.

Aug 3, 2013

Doug Engelbart, Computer Mouse Inventor, Dies at 88

American inventor and visionary Doug Engelbart, the father of the computer mouse, died Wednesday morning at the age of 88, as announced by the Computer History Museum.

Jul 4, 2013

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Google Science Fair 2013: Indian Girl Among 15 Global Finalists

An Indian school girl is among 15 global finalists of the 2013 Google Science Fair.

Jul 1, 2013

'Man of Steel' Critics Review: A Mixed Bag with Unending Action Sequences and Warm Emotional Quotient

Warner Brother's latest superhero installment 'Man Of Steel' has British actor Henry Cavill stepping into the 'Superman' suit sans his trademark curls and the red undergarment. The movie directed by Zack Snyder and produced by Christopher Nolan has had a massive opening and has managed to score mostly average reviews from critics

Jun 15, 2013

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Facebook's 'West Campus' Joins Apple and Google in High-Tech Office War [PHOTOS]

Social networking giant Facebook unveiled design images of its proposed office building on Friday.

May 28, 2013

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Cannes Film Festival 2013: Lesbian Romance ‘Blue Is the Warmest Colour’ Bags Prestigious Palme d’Or Award

The Cannes jury panel gave away the prestigious Palme d'Or to the intrepid lesbian romantic film "Blue is the Warmest Colour" at the French film festival on Sunday.

May 27, 2013

Worst Dressed Celebrities at Cannes Film Festival 2013: Milla Jovovich, Von Teese, Bai Ling and More [PHOTOS]

Fashion and film festivals go together, and the 66th Cannes Film Festival is no exception. Celebrities from around the world added glamour to the event in their stunning designer outfits at the red carpet while some hit the headlines for their outrageous dressing sense. Here are some of the worst dressed celebrities at Cannes Film Festival 201

May 25, 2013

Best Outfits at Cannes Film Festival 2013: Sharon Stone, Aishwarya Rai, Kylie and More [PHOTOS]

It's celebrity galore at the ongoing 66th Cannes Film Festival with actresses and models from across the globe walking the red carpet in stunning and glamorous designer outfits. Celebrities like Sharon Stone, Aishwarya Rai, Kylie Minogue, Petra Nemcova, Nicole Kidman, Jessica Biel and several others have walked the red carpet.

May 23, 2013

Lydia Davis, Renowned Short Story Writer, Wins Booker International Prize

American writer Lydia Davis, whose work redefines brevity, according to the observer critic William Skidelsky, has just won the fifth edition of Man Booker International Prize on Wednesday.

May 23, 2013

Most Glamorous Celebrities at Cannes Red Carpet: Jennifer Lawrence, Jessica Biel, Nicole Kidman and More [PHOTOS]

The ongoing 66th Cannes Film Festival would be dull if not for the presence of celebrities from around the world who walk the red carpet in glamorous designer outfits. Several celebrities from entertainment industry - actors, singers and models - have hit the red carpet at Cannes ever since the film festival kicked off on Wednesday.

May 21, 2013

Samsung Unveils $800,000 Worth Challenge for Galaxy-Specific Apps

Samsung has thrown a challenge for all techies out there, with its new Samsung Smart App Challenge 2013 competition.