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Indian Badminton League: Smashers thrash Banga Beats 4-1
The Jwala Gutta-led Delhi Smashers weakened the hopes of Banga Beats to reach the semi-finals after they defeated the hosts 4-1.
Rafael Nadal brings winning streak into US Open
Rafael Nadal has won past 10 matches heading into the first round against the 97th-ranked Ryan Harrison.
J&K: Pakistan violates ceasefire again, fires at Balakot sector
According to reports, the heavy firing from Pakistan's side targetted eight Indian posts.
Goa, the new destination for smuggled gold?
Commissioner Customs Rao said that Customs authorities had netted gold worth Rs 2.66 crore in eight seizures since January.
UAE to host International Conference for Plastics Conversion
The Expo Centre Sharjah will play host to the fifth International Conference for Plastics Conversion, the high-profile industry gathering of plastic converters scheduled for 2014, an official release said on Sunday.
Iraq denies halting services to Iranian exile camp
An Iranian dissident group has accused the Iraqi authorities of cutting off water and electricity to a contested northern camp used by its members, a charge the Iraqi government denied on Sunday.
Archaeologists use drones in Peru to map and protect sites
In Peru, home to the spectacular Inca city of Machu Picchu and thousands of ancient ruins, archaeologists are turning to drones to speed up sluggish survey work and protect sites from squatters, builders and miners.
Russia warns US not to repeat the 'past mistakes' in Syria
Russia warned the United States on Sunday against repeating past mistakes, saying that any unilateral military action in Syria would undermine efforts for peace and have a devastating impact on the security situation in the Middle East.
Pakistan orders shut down of government offices near LoC: Report
Pakistan has ordered a complete shutdown of its government offices near the LoC for an indefinite period amidst continued tension in the area, a media report said on Sunday. Tension along the Line of Control between Pakistani and Indian forces has increas...
VHP's Ayodhya yatra: Praveen Togadia sent to judicial custody for 14 days
VHP leader Ramvilas Vedanti was the first one to be arrested at a temple near Ayodhya.
Shiv Kapur finishes 24th at Geneva
Shiv Kapur rounded off the week with a one-under 71 that saw him finish in a tie for 24th place at the Rolex Trophy.
Ancelotti keeps mum on Bale move to Real Madrid
Bale's move to the Spanish capital has been widely flagged in Spanish and British media and is said to be worth 99 million euros.
No land demarcation problem between India and Bangladesh, say officials
There is no land demarcation problem between Bangladesh and India and all pending issues between the two countries have been resolved, top executives of land records departments of the neighbouring countries announced on Sunday.
Rajasthan clash: Locals block highway, prohibitory orders imposed
Locals, mostly Gujjars, blocked National Highway-11 connecting Jaipur with Agra causing traffic disruptions on the route.
Why does Tom Cruise want a house in London?
Tom Cruise is reportedly eyeing up the upmarket Notting Hill and St. John's Wood areas in London.
Archery World Cup: India women upset Korea to win recurve team gold
Indian women's team of Deepika Kumari, Laishram Bombayla Devi and Rimil Buriuly beat their Korean opponents 219-215 in the final.