Audi unveils new concept car 'Spyder'

German motor giant Audi has unveiled its bizarre new concept car at the Frankfurt International Motor Show.

Spyder – the nippy little lithium-ion battery-powered two-seater, which rolls on 21-inch wheels is said to be ideal for “extended city tours”.

According to Audi, the car “does not fit under any of the conventional categories” and combines elements of “a racing car, a fun car and an urban car”.

The Tribute in Light WTC and Ground Zero

The Tribute in Light rises above One World Trade Center and Ground Zero in New York.

Volkswagen recalls 30,000 Jetta Sedans

Volkswagen is recalling more than 30,000 Jetta sedans from the 2011 and 2012 model years because the tailpipes can stick out too far and burn people.

Azharuddin’s son is still critical

Mohammad Ayazuddin, younger son of Mohammad Azharuddin’s condition is still critical. The Apollo doctors have performed emergency surgery and he continues to remain on ventilator support. 

Ayazuddin was critically injured in a road accident when the bike he was speeding on hit a road divider near Narisningi on the outskirts of Hyderabad.

9/11 memorial

Mementos are left at a 9/11 memorial bench at the Pentagon in Washington.

63rd founding anniversary of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea

North Korean leader Kim Jong-Il (right) and his son Kim Jong-un (second left) appear at a military parade to celebrate the 63rd founding anniversary of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea in Pyongyang.

First look: Nayanatara as Sita

This is the first look photo of Nayanatara in the role of Sita in the Balakrishna starrer film Sri Ramarajyam. Balakrishna is playing the role of lord Ram. Bapu is the director.

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Gali Janardhan Reddy's 'Golden Throne'

Rosaiah sworn in as Governor of Tamil Nadu

K Rosaiah being greeted by Chief Minsiter J Jayalaitha after he was sworn in as the new Governor of Tamil Nadu in Chennai on August 31.

Ramadan prayers at Taj Mahal

Women members of Pakistan's anti-terrorist squad

Members of Pakistan's anti-terrorist squad patroal in a market of Multan to ensure security during Eid-ul-Fitr shopping.

Anna Hazare as lord Ganesha

An artist gives final touches to an idol of Ganesh, inspired by social activist Anna Hazare, ahead of Vinayaka Chaturthi in Ahmedabad. 

Faithful offering Ramzan prayers at Jama Masjid in New Delhi

People offer Eid ul-Fitr prayers to celebrate the ending of the holy month of Ramadan at Jama Masjid in New Delhi. 

Apple to launch ‘Apple TV’

Apple is all set to launch Apple TV – a slick user friendly device that could potentially revolutionize the TV market. The Apple TV is expected to hit the market in 2012.

Al-Saadi Gaddafi, son of Ali Mohammad Gaddafi ready to surrender

According to unconfirmed reports Al-Saadi Gaddafi son of Mohammad Gaddafi is negotiating with the rebel leaders to guarantee safety to his life if he surrenders.

Tony Tan elected Singapore’s 7th President

71 year old Tony Tan has been elected as the new President of Singapore. He defeated his nearest rival Tan Cheng Bock by a slender margin of 7,269 votes.

Victorious Anna Hazare breaks fast after 12 days

Social activist Anna Hazare drinks coconut water and honey offered by Simran, second left, and Ikra to break his fast in New Delhi, on Sunday.

Mumbai bomb blast pictures

At least 13 people were killed and 81 people were injured in serial bomb blasts in Mumbai on July 13. The blasts occurred in Zaveri Bazar, Opera House and Dadar areas in Mumbai.

Nayanatara as Sita

Nayanatara is playing the role of the pious Sita in the film Sri Ramarajyam. Balakrishna is playing the role of lord Rama in the film being directed by Bapu.

Matchmaking event for wealthy men in China

Chinese women at a matchmaking event for wealthy men, with assets over 30 million yuan held at the East Lake beach in Wuhan, central China's Hubei province. China's wealthiest are getting richer, with the minimum amount needed to make the top 400 rising to 425 million dollars from 300 million in 2010.

ANR with son Nagarjuna at film studio inauguration

Akkineni Nageswara Rao and Nagarjuna with Kurt Inderbitzin at the unveiling of a studio at International School of Film & Media in Hyderabad.

Scribbled protest at Tahrir Square in Cairo

 A man reads signs against the government at Tahrir Square in Cairo, Egypt.

New light train service in Jerusalem

Israelis walk past Jerusalem’s new light train service during a inaugural trip organised for the press. The light rail system, initiated in 2002, has been riddled with delays following political, structural and economic setbacks. 

Officials hope the USD 1.4 billion project will be operative in the near future, streamlining transport in and around the holy city.

Crocodile with satellite tag

Wildlife rescue unit pulls a crocodile fit with a satellite tag back to the beach in Malaysia's Sabah state.

Two-headed Python

A year old python regius with two heads in southern Germany.

Amarnath Yatra 2011 begins

The first batch of 2,096 devotees left for the Jammu base camp amidst tight security for the Amarnath Yatra, 2011 on June 28.

Sachin Tendulkar with wife Anjali at Wimbledon

Chiranjeevi caught with a gun!

Actor turned politician Chiranjeevi is seen posing with a gun at the launch of a private TV channel in Hyderabad.  

Royal couple William and Kate at Wimbledon

Britain's Prince William and his wife Catherine the Duchess of Cambridge at the 2011 Wimbledon Tennis Championships, London.

Richard Gere at Borobudur temple in Central Java

US actor Richard Gere accompanied by a monk visits the Borobudur temple in Magelang in Central Java province.

Getting ready for Puri Jagannath Ratha Yatra (Car Festival)

Construction work for the three chariots is underway ahead of Jagannath Yatra in Puri, Orissa.

New Zealand Prime Minister John Key and wife Bronagh at Taj Mahal

New Zealand Prime Minister John Key and wife Bronagh pose in front of the historic Taj Mahal monument in Agra, India.

'Father of Separate Telangana Movement' Prof. Jayashankar is dead

Professor Kothapalli Jayashankar considered the mentor of the TRS chief K Chandrashekar Rao and the father of the separate Telangana movement is dead.  Jayashankar breathed his last at his residence in Hanamakonda at 11.30 this morning.

Jayashankar was a bachelor. He was battling with cancer for some time. He was 77.

'Barefoot' artist Maqbool Fida Hussain is dead

MF Hussain one of India's most well known artists died in London after a massive heart attack. He was 95. Hussain has been living in London and Dubai since 2006.