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Pope invites Muslim leaders for talks
Pope has invited the ambassadors of Muslim countries to a meeting at his summer palace.
Daytime naps can improve memory
A siesta in the afternoon can boost memory, says a new study that should bring cheer to many.
A Q Khan embarrassed me: Musharraf
Musharraf says his 'most embarrassing moment' was when a US official gave him evidence of A Q Khan's nuke network.
Romario closing in on 1,000-goal mark
Romario says he's 16 goals short of reaching the 1,000 mark and has got an offer to continue his career in Australia.
World champion Hidayat loses in Madrid
Taufik Hidayat's hopes of retaining his world badminton title evaporated when he lost to China's Chen Hong.
Branson goes green, pledges $3 bn
‘We must not be the generation responsible for irreversibly damaging the environment,’ says rebel billionaire.
Yale Univ offers free courses on Web
Yale University will offer digital videos of some courses on the Internet for free to make itself more accessible.
Anti-terror warriors warn: Don't trust Pak
The experts are wary of the Centre’s plan to set up a join anti-terrorist mechanism with Pakistan.
Think before invest in close-ended funds
One small advantage of a close-ended fund is that it makes the investor take a long-term view of the markets.
Highest close for Sensex since May 12
In yet another strong session, mkts make some hefty gains on the back of buying seen in scrips across sectors.
Special: Alternate sexuality in India
Once condemned to silence and secrecy, homosexual and eunuch community is far more visible today than it ever was.
Mumbai train blasts 'almost' solved
Mumbai Police Commissioner and Deputy CM say probe almost complete, announcement will be made soon.
Delhi cops pulled up for collecting hafta
Delhi HC pulls up Delhi Police for not taking action against cops who demanded hafta from street children.
Garib Rath to miss Gandhi Jayanti
Kapurthala based Rail Coach Factory has rolled out coached for Garib Rath in a record time of three months.
New judge ejects Saddam from trial
The new chief judge in Saddam's genocide trial ejected the ousted Iraqi leader from the courtroom for refusing to sit down.
Opinion: Guess who is at Thai dinner!
Thailand has had a long history of military coups since absolute monarchy ended way back in 1932.