Coup no solution to Thailand’s political stalemate: army chief

Bangkok, May 10 (IANS) Thailand’s army chief Saturday insisted that a military coup will not solve the country’s political predicament, and soldiers would always be the people’s last resort. Army chief Prayuth Chan-ocha called on all parties involved to end the current unrest in Thailand through legal means and not to resort to violence, Xinhua reported. […]

British Gujaratis seek liquor permits for home visits

London, May 10 (IANS) Expressing disappointment over stoppage of the facility of issuance of liquor permits by the Indian mission in Britain for their visits to Gujarat, overseas Gujaratis have sought the intervention of the high commissioner for its restoration. The issue was raised by the National Congress of Gujarati Organisations (NCGO) earlier this week at […]

Umbrellas with political symbols soar high in Bengal summer

Kolkata, May 10 (IANS) Saving us from the scorching heat and nagging rains, the ever-lofty umbrellas are now at a new high. Decked up with symbols of political parties, these mobile shades are being used as effective campaigning tools with the mercury soaring during the ongoing Lok Sabha polls. The crammed Pagya Patti lane in central […]

Must-try fitness trends

London, May 10 (IANS) Looking to shape up for summer? Try high-intensity interval training (HIIT), a form of exercise in which one can alternate between very intense periods and slower recovery periods for a shorter and smarter workout. Get ready to see some major changes in your body and your fitness levels with these fitness details […]

NBA names Parsons interim CEO of Clippers

New York, May 10 (IANS) The National Basketball Association has named former Citigroup chairman and ex-Time Warner boss Dick Parsons as the interim chief executive of the Los Angeles Clippers. Parsons appointment came Friday and he will oversee the franchise while the NBA tries to force owner Donald Sterling to sell it following his lifetime ban […]

Leaders arrive in Myanmar for ASEAN summit

Nay Pyi Taw, May 10 (IANS) Leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have started arriving in Myanmar Saturday to attend meetings that will focus on many issues including Thailand’s political crisis, an official said. Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak, who will be the next chair of the Southeast Asian bloc, will lead a […]

Figure flattering tips for curvy ladies

London, May 10 (IANS) Everyone has body hang-ups, some likes to flaunt it while others like to cover it up with clothes to look good and confident. From maxi to wrap dresses, one can try out different cuts, patterns and sizes to hide body flaws. Whether its your legs, arms or belly, don’t hide your figure […]

Rahul’s no to Third Front: Ploughing a lonely furrow?

The implications of Rahul Gandhi’s summary dismissal of the idea of Congress support for the Third Front are not clear. Nor is it clear whether the Congress vice president’s views are the party’s last word on the subject. Considering that some of his theories, such as not giving ticket to the tainted, haven’t been accepted […]

British girl gets jail for attacking elderly Sikh man

London, May 10 (IANS) The British teenaged girl who attacked an 80-year-old Sikh pensioner in a city centre in Britain’s Coventry last year has been jailed for two years by the Warwick crown court. Coral Millerchip, 20, attacked frail pensioner Joginder Singh at the city centre in August last year, an act which was captured on […]