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Indian-American boy to play Mowgli in Disney film

July 16, 2014 0

New York, July 16 (IANS) An Indian-American boy will play Mowgli’s character in Disney production’s “The Jungle Book” adaptation. Neel Sethi, 10, a New York boy, will star in the film as the young boy who is raised by jungle animals, according to the The Hollywood Reporter. Disney has slated it for release in 3D Oct 9, 2015. Jon Favreau is the director of the film and the script was written by Justin Marks.

Anderson claim is tactic by India, says Cook

July 16, 2014 0
England's captain Cook sits with team-mate Anderson during a training session before Thursday's second cricket test match against India at Lord's cricket ground in London

(Reuters) – India’s accusation that paceman Jimmy Anderson “abused and pushed” spinner Ravindra Jadeja during the first drawn test at Trent Bridge may be a tactical move by the tourists, England skipper Alastair Cook said on Wednesday. England are contesting the misconduct charges brought against Anderson by the International Cricket Council (ICC) – and the episode is threatening to overshadow the second test which begins at Lord’s on Thursday. It’s probably a tactic by India, if we are being honest,” Cook told reporters.

Yellen rejects move to set up formula for Fed

July 16, 2014 0
Yellen rejects move to set up formula for Fed

Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen said Wednesday it would be a serious mistake for Congress to require the nation’s central bank to adopt a formal policy rule to guide its decisions on setting interest …

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Obama pushes to stop corporate overseas tax moves

July 16, 2014 0

The Obama administration is urging Congress to act swiftly to curtail a growing trend in which U.S. corporations reorganize overseas with foreign entities in part to trim their tax bills back home. Treasury …

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US plans to transfer 6 from Guantanamo

July 16, 2014 0

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. officials said Wednesday the Pentagon has notified Congress of its intent to transfer six Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, detainees to Uruguay.

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Sunny Leone enjoys being showstopper at jewellery showcase

July 15, 2014 0

Actress Sunny Leone was awed by the “breathtaking designs” that she flaunted at the India International Jewellery Week (IIJW) as the showstopper of Sumit Sawhney‘s jewellery brand Apala by Sumit here.

Adorned in exquisite hand-crafted jewellery, Sunny stole the show as she sashayed down the ramp wearing a Hasli with Victorian elements and gold claws, which added a tribal touch to her look.

She also flaunted a bold calf-piece, and even a back-piece, which was a wreath embellished with Jade, cascading on the actress’ back. She also wore earrings, cufflinks and head-pieces.