PM registers condolence message for Nelson Mandela

Last Updated: Monday, December 9, 2013, 22:51

Manmohan Singh on Monday visited South African High Commission to register his condolence message for Nelson Mandela, whom he described as "a giant among men".

Mandela had "wonderful time" in last few days: daughter

Last Updated: Monday, December 9, 2013, 19:20

Nelson Mandela had a "wonderful time" in his last few days as his wife Graca, his children and grandchildren were all there to say goodbye, the anti- apartheid icon`s daughter has said.

South Africa begins preparations to bid adieu to Mandela

Last Updated: Saturday, December 7, 2013, 17:02

South Africa began preparations to host leaders from across the world set to converge on the country to pay respect to Nelson Mandela during memorial events to be held in the ten days of mourning for the anti-apartheid icon.

Empire State Building lit up in colours of S Africa`s flag

Last Updated: Saturday, December 7, 2013, 10:58

New York`s iconic skyscraper the Empire State Building is shining with the colours of South African flag, honouring the legacy of anti-apartheid revolutionary leader Nelson Mandela.

Nelson Mandela’s funeral to be held on Dec 15

Last Updated: Saturday, December 7, 2013, 09:33

Just as Nelson Mandela united South Africans of all races in life, his death is bringing them together to celebrate his exemplary journey and achievements rather than grieving over his passing.

Nelson Mandela symbol of people struggling for freedom, democracy: CPM

Last Updated: Friday, December 6, 2013, 21:17

Left parties on Friday paid glowing tributes to Nelson Mandela, describing him as "a lofty symbol" of people struggling for freedom, democracy and human dignity, and said real homage could be paid only by struggling for a world free from injustice, discrimination and inequality.

Nelson Mandela had six names

Last Updated: Friday, December 6, 2013, 20:16

Though the world knew him as Nelson Mandela, South Africa`s anti-apartheid hero had five other names, including "Tata".

Mandela `one of the greatest modern politicians`: Putin

Last Updated: Friday, December 6, 2013, 15:51

Russian President Vladimir Putin hailed Nelson Mandela as "one of the greatest politicians in modern times", saying the former South African president was a man who never betrayed his convictions.

Preparations begin for Nelson Mandela`s funeral

Last Updated: Friday, December 6, 2013, 14:42

Preparations began Friday for the state funeral of South Africa`s liberation hero Nelson Mandela, as the world mourned the peace icon`s passing.

De Villiers reminds India of their poor record

Last Updated: Wednesday, December 4, 2013, 23:32

South African cricket captain AB de Villiers Wednesday reminded India of its poor track record in South Africa as the three-match series starts Thursday with the first ODI at the Wanderers here.

‘Nelson Mandela putting up courageous fight from deathbed’

Last Updated: Wednesday, December 4, 2013, 17:48

The family of ailing first black president of South Africa Nelson Mandela has told national broadcaster SABC in an interview that he is putting up a courageous fight from his `deathbed`.

Steyn, Kallis will be fit for first ODI: Proteas coach

Last Updated: Wednesday, December 4, 2013, 16:56

South African cricket coach Russell Domingo has stated that his key players pace spearhead Dale Steyn and veteran all-rounder Jacques Kallis would be fit in time for the first One Day International (ODI) cricket match against India at the Wanderers slated for Thursday.