The Sheesh Mahals of Rajasthan

The Sheesh Mahals of Rajasthan

BY SHONA ADHIKARI New Delhi Mirror-work has traditionally played a very important role in decor of all kinds and Rajasthan and Gujarat, can be credited with introducing the world to innovative methods of using mirrors. The urge for decoration permeates all facets of life in Rajasthan and Gujarat and it was initially used to decorate […]

Make Holi special with these delicacies

Make Holi special with these delicacies

New Delhi Mouth-watering gujiyas and malpuas make the colourful festival of Holi complete. As you revel in the festival of colours this month, make sure to prepare some delicacies for a good time with friends and family. Recipes shared by Chef Naresh Singh Rawat, Jr. Sous Chef, Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru ORR. Ingredients 1. 600 […]

We enjoy the atmosphere on field: Mithali Raj

We enjoy the atmosphere on field: Mithali Raj

BY PUJA GUPTA Mumbai Indian women’s cricket ODI captain Mithali Raj made her debut on the runway at the Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2020, turning showstopper for designer Payal Singhal in association with Corcal Bone and Beauty. Mithali, who sashayed the ramp wearing a pale blush off shoulder top and lehenga on Saturday, told: “It’s […]

Indian food has grown in Australia: Stephanie Alexander

Indian food has grown in Australia: Stephanie Alexander

BY N. LOTHUNGBENI HUMTSOE New Delhi Veteran Australian restauranter, food educator Stephanie Alexander AO, who is also known for her groundbreaking work in creating the “Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation” talks on the sidelines of a press conference to cater prospective Indian students, during her recent visit to India. Q: How is Indian food perceived […]

Alia, Priyanka and Sonam to raise funds for Aussie bushfire relief

Alia, Priyanka and Sonam to raise funds for Aussie bushfire relief

BY SIDDHI JAIN Mumbai In an effort to raise funds for relief efforts in bushfire-devastated Australia, Bollywood actresses Alia Bhatt, Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Sonam Kapoor Ahuja, are selling select pieces from their personal wardrobes, starting Monday. The joint wardrobe is available for sale, which went live on Monday through Mi Wardrobe is Su Wardrobe […]

AR Rahman: I am politically illiterate by choice

AR Rahman: I am politically illiterate by choice

BY ARUNDHUTI BANERJEE Mumbai Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman feels although the world is going through a socio-political turmoil, and every second person is expressing political opinion in an aggressive manner, he chooses to channelise his energy in making music, stories and art that can bring about a positive change in the mind of the youngsters. […]

Rajeev Suri steps down as Nokia President, CEO

Rajeev Suri steps down as Nokia President, CEO

After serving for more than a decade as President and CEO of Nokia and Nokia Siemens Networks, Rajeev Suri has stepped down, paving the way for Pekka Lundmark to wear his shoes in the global role, the company announced on Monday. Suri indicated earlier to the Nokia Board’s board of directors that he was considering […]

Australian Treasurer Josh Frydenberg accused of racism towards Hindus

Australian Treasurer Josh Frydenberg accused of racism towards Hindus

Australia’s Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has been accused of making “racist” comments about Hinduism and other Indian religions in Parliament. Frydenberg made several references to the Indian religions in Parliament on February 28 while responding to the Opposition Labor Party’s proposal to pursue a “wellbeing budget”. “They (Labor) are inspired by their spiritual leader, the member […]

UN asks India to mediate between Israel & Palestine

UN asks India to mediate between Israel & Palestine

The Un is exploring ways to engage India for mediation between Israel and Palestine to resolve the protracted conflict between the two in the Middle East. A delegation of the UN Committee on the Exercise of the Inalienable Rights of the Palestinian People was on a two-day visit to New Delhi beginning from Monday. The […]