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Sunny Leone professional, punctual: Nageshwar Reddy

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Adult movie star and actress Sunny Leone, who is making her Telugu debut with “Current Theega”, has impressed everybody with her professionalism, says the film’s director G. Nageshwar Reddy.

“She was extremely punctual and professional. We were all surprised that she maintained professional attitude on sets throughout the course of the shoot,” Reddy told IANS.

Sunny plays a cameo of a school teacher in the film, which is the official remake of Tamil hit “Varutha Padatha Valibar Sangam”.

2 Indian-American to pay USD 380,000 to resolve fraud charges

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Two Indian-American cardiologists will pay USD 380,000 to resolve allegations that they entered into fraudulent management agreements with a local hospital in exchange for referral of cardiology procedures and other healthcare services.

Satyabrata Chatterjee and Ashwini Anand of Kentucky, who jointly owned a physician group that provided cardiology services, have agreed to pay the sum to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act by entering into sham management agreements with Saint Joseph Hospital in exchange for the referral of cardiology procedures.

Cairn India Q2 net profit dips 33% to Rs 2,278 crore

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Cairn India Tuesday reported a 33 percent drop in its September quarter net profit on back of lower oil prices and production from its prime Rajasthan oilfield.

Net profit in July-September quarter fell to Rs 2,278 crore, or Rs 12.10 a share, from Rs 3,385 crore a year ago, or Rs 17.68 per share, Cairn said in a statement.

Revenue dipped 14 percent to Rs 3,982 crore “on account of lower volumes due to planned maintenance shutdown (at Rajasthan fields), realizations impacted by the softer global crude prices and higher profit petroleum tranche in Rajasthan.”

US only country that can galvanize the world community: Obama

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President Barack Obama has said the United States is the only country to galvanize the world community for any major crisis, referring to the formation of two broad international coalition against ISIL and Ebola.

“The United States is the only country that can galvanize the world community to help do something about it,” Obama said at a Democratic Party fund raiser event in Chicago. Obama said a few recent events have raised the anxiety level of the people.

Vidarbha MLAs root for Nitin Gadkari as Maharashtra CM

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Union Minister Nitin Gadkari did not appear to rule out his return to Maharashtra politics as 39 BJP MLAs met him at his residence here and demanded that he be made the state’s Chief Minister.

The MLAs — all from Vidarbha region — greeted Gadkari on his arrival here from New Delhi and urged him to become the Chief Minister.

Gadkari later told the electronic media that the MLAs who met him “have a lot of respect for me and they are requesting me to be the Chief Minister.

Cyclone ‘Hudhud’ affects ‘Oka Laila Kosam’ box office collection

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Actor Naga Chaitanya-starrer Telugu romantic-comedy “Oka Laila Kosam” minted Rs.7.8 crore in first three days of its release, but couldn’t register bigger opening due to the aftermath of cyclone ‘Hudhud’ in Andhra Pradesh, says expert.

“The film minted Rs.7.8 crore worldwide in its opening weekend. Since most theatres in Visakhapatnam and a few neighbouring places still remain shut due to cyclone ‘Hudhud’, the film has lost big chunk of collections from these key areas,” trade analyst Trinath told IANS.

People in metropolitan cities prefer masculine men, feminine women

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A new study has demonstrated that assuming that humans want their men to be manly and their women feminine is a new urban habit.

A team of psychologists, anthropologists and biologists, led by Brunel University London, surveyed 12 populations around the world, showed that only in the most industrialised and urbanised environments did people hold the well-worn opinion that highly feminine women and highly masculine men are attractive.

iPad app detects signs of glaucoma in Nepal patients

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Using an iPad-based app, a team of researchers from the US has successfully detected early signs of glaucoma in nearly 200 patients in Nepal.

The results show promise for populations that have limited or no access to traditional eye care and certain ethnic groups that have a high risk of developing the disease, the researchers said.

Katy Perry’s birthday wish comes true

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Singer Katy Perry’s wish of getting her name on the Shakey’s (pizza chain) signboard has come true.

As the pop star’s 30th birthday approaches, she decided to kick off her birthday week by making it known what she wanted on her birthday, eonline.com reports.

“All I want for my birthday is my name on the Shakey’s Pizza marquee on Santa Monica Blvd (Boulevard). Please,” she tweeted. To which, the pizza chain responded: “@katyperry Stay tuned!”

It wasn’t late before her wish came true with the help of one of her friends, even though her birthday isn’t until Saturday.

Vijay assures release of ‘Kaththi’ on Wednesday

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Actor Vijay has assured that his Tamil film “Kaththi”, whose release seemed doubtful after Tamil groups protested against the film due to its producers’ alleged “unproven link” with Sri Lankan government, will hit the screens Wednesday.

On Monday, Tamil fringe groups had demanded the removal of Lyca Productions’ name from all the publicity material of the film for its smooth release in the state.

Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy feels Pak film industry is witnessing rebirth

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Pakistan’s first Oscar winner Sharmeen Obaid-Chenoy hopes that her efforts to make animation mainstream in her home country herald a new era in the country’s film industry, which is witnessing a “rebirth” with “bold and socially conscious cinema”.

“Saving Face”, a film about the horrors of acid attacks, brought her the prestigious Academy Award and global acclaim in 2012.

BJP’s win in Haryana, Maharashtra will affect J&K assembly polls: Omar

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Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said BJP’s win in Haryana and Maharashtra would have some effect on the assembly elections in the state, but maintained that the influence would not be as much as previously expected.

“While obviously, the BJP will have some effect in Jammu and Kashmir, I don’t think it will be as much as previously expected,” Omar told reporters here.

The Chief Minister said though BJP did well in the elections in the two states, the results were not upto their expectations.

Dengue cases in Delhi cross 200; rise of over 42 pc in one week

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There has been an increase of over 42 per cent in dengue cases in the national capital in the past one week, taking the total number of cases reported this season to over 200.

A total of 225 cases has been reported in Delhi till October 18, while the figure stood at 158 till October 11, according to a report released by South Delhi Municipal Corporation on Monday.

Telugu actor hopes ‘Porkuthirai’ finds him more work in Tamil films

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Telugu actor Chaitanya Krishna, who has starred in Tamil film “Rowthiram” earlier in his career, hopes to find more work in the industry through his upcoming Tamil revenge drama “Porkuthirai”.

“I hope people will appreciate the film and offer me more work in Tamil. I’ve already worked in a Tamil film where I’ve played a villain, so I wish to work again in the language,” Chaitanya, who has decent command over his Tamil, told IANS.

“Porkuthirai” is the Tamil dubbed version of Telugu film “Kaalicharan”. Chaitanya spent nearly two years on the project.

US group to contest immunity for PM Modi

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A US group that has filed a case against Prime Minister Narendra Modi for alleged crimes against humanity has said it would contest the Obama administration’s “suggestion of immunity” for the Indian leader.

American Justice Centre, which filed the case against Modi during his recent visit to the US, said even as sitting head of government Modi can’t escape prosecution for actions prior to assuming the Prime Minister’s office.

Idols of Jain Tirthankaras belonging to 4th century unearthed

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As many as twelve idols of Jain Tirthankaras dating back to the 4th-5th century, have been found at Keesaragutta on the city outskirts.

“Twelve panchaloha (five metal) idols of the Jain Tirthankaras were unearthed during the course of conservation work on October 18, while the pathways were being laid between two temples near steps at a depth of one foot,” director of Archaeology and Museums (Telangana), B Srinivas, told reporters here.

No probe into Flipkart’s ‘Big Billion Day’ sale: Commerce Minister Nirmala Sitharaman

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Union Commerce and Industries Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said there was no inquiry into complaints against e-commerce giant Flipkart of predatory pricing of goods and unfair trade practices during its recent ‘Big Billion Day’ sale.

“I would like to state that no inquiry has been planned or proposed on the e-retailer on the concerns raised by customers on the big billion day sale,” she told reporters.

IIMC to be upgraded to Communication University: Javadekar

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Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Prakash Javadekar said on Monday that the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) would be upgraded into a ‘Communication University’.

“Steps would be taken to initiate this process and a roadmap would be prepared soon by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting,” Javadekar said during the convocation ceremony and launch of golden jubilee celebrations at Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) on Monday.

Phone hacking scheme used to finance Mumbai attack: Report

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Phone hackers in the US are bilking unsuspecting customers of billions of dollars every year through a scheme that was used to finance the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks, according to the New York Times.

In 2011, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and police in the Philippines arrested four men who used the scheme to make $2 million in fraudulent calls.

The revenue was directed to a Saudi Arabian militant group that US officials cited by the influential daily believe financed the 2008 Mumbai terrorist bombings.

Digangana Suryavanshi’s fan gifts her a gold ring for birthday

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Actress Digangana Suryavanshi, who is seen in the title role in TV show “Ek Veer Ki Ardaas…Veera”, was in for a pleasant surprise when she received a gold ring from her fan as a birthday gift.

“I was taken aback when my biggest fan presented me with a gold ring. It was an extremely kind gesture and I am truly humbled by the love and affection. I am feeling very proud for having touched so many hearts,” said Digangana in a statement.

Anni Dewani was thinking of getting divorce even as she arrived in Cape Town for honeymoon, says cousin

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Anni Dewani’s cousin, Sneha Mashru , has reportedly revealed that newly married Anni was thinking of getting a divorce even as she arrived in Cape Town for her honeymoon.

Text messages exchanged between Anni and Mashru were read out in court and showed that the victim was thinking of finding a way out of the marriage. Her cousin however, advised her to be with her husband and if she felt that she couldn’t be with him when she comes back then the two of them would think of options to leave, reported The Daily Star.

Japan catches world attention through conventional and modern novelty

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“Sadou”, a tea ceremony, is one of the Japanese traditions to serve “Matcha”, a kind of powdered green tea.

“Sadou” is usually a formal event, but in Tokyo a large scale tea ceremony was held to introduce the traditional Japanese tea culture.

They brought a number of “Sadou” schools together to serve it to people from overseas and those unfamiliar with the tea ceremony.

Tokyo Grand Tea Ceremony was held at Hamano-Rikyu Gardens, one of the traditional and most beautiful Japanese gardens in Tokyo.

IS relying on brutal female brigade to enforce Sharia Law on women of caliphate

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WHAT’S HOT:The Islamic State is relying on a cadre of young and brutal women to ensure strict adherence of Sharia Law by females of its self-styled caliphate.

According to FOX News, the brigade dubbed Al-Khansa consists of about 60 armed women between the ages of 18 and 24 who patrol the Islamic State’s Syrian stronghold and terrorize females who fail to keep up to the standard of strict Sharia.

Their duty is to detain and beat women who disrespect Islam by exposing their ankles or wrists and walk in public without males escorts.