T he distance of the sea between India and Malaysia has not come in the way of Ramli Ibrahim’s love for Odissi. In fact, he is responsible for spreading the dance form in his country and been feted with several top awards – a pointer to the age old links between India and Southeast Asia. […]
Strained diplomatic ties between India and Pakistan are back in focus only days after leaders of both the nations discussed how to defuse tension. But the unanimous success of Eid release “Bajrangi Bhaijaan” – a Salman Khan starrer that propagates a positive message of peace, unity and brotherhood – on both sides of the border […]
As the country marks the 16th anniversary of the Kargil war on Sunday, former army chief Gen. V.P. Malik, who headed the Indian Army during the conflict, says the force is still facing problems of shortage of weapons and equipment, though there has been much progress since 1999. “There was a shortage of weapons and […]
New Delhi, July 26 Stopping tobacco use and adopting a healthy lifestyle can prevent almost 80 percent of head and neck cancer cases in India, say doctors. Head and neck cancer cases account for 30 and 10 percent of total cancers in males and females respectively between 2007 and 2011, according to a consolidated report […]
I will travel to New York next week to seek the establishment of an international criminal tribunal by the UN Security Council (UNSC) to hold to account those responsible for the downing of Flight MH17. One year ago the UNSC unanimously demanded accountability for the downing of MH17, which claimed 298 lives, including 39 […]
Australia opener Chris Rogers has revealed former skipper Steve Waugh’s words of wisdom inspired him to score an unbeaten knock of 158 runs on the first day of the second Ashes Test here. Australia ended the first day’s action at 337/1 with Rogers and Steven Smith (129 not out) scoring fine centuries to put the […]
Real Madrid coach Rafael Benitez on Friday insisted senior defender Sergio Ramos is not leaving the club this season. Ramos has been subject of persistent transfer speculations in the ongoing transfer season with reports linking him to a move to English giants Manchester United. But Benitez reiterated that Real will not be selling the 29-year-old […]
Avoid whites and long trousers or skirts too look more professional and feel comfortable at work during the monsoon season, says an expert. Sheena Agarwaal, director, Urbanista Image Consultancy, has shared tips: * Colours: You can beat the grey and dull weather with blues, reds and oranges. Avoid whites into the closet for a couple […]
The agro vertical of automotive maker Mahindra & Mahindra on Friday said it has forayed into the edible oil segment, investing Rs.8-10 crore in this space. “We have come up with edible mustard oil which is available in West Bengal and will gradually be made available in other eastern markets. For the edible oil segment, […]
The Indian junior hockey team will look to make a positive start in the Volvo International Under-21 Tournament when it faces Germany here on Saturday. After claiming the Sultan of Johor Cup title, India, coached by Harendra Singh, are confident of continuing their good work. Later, they beat Australia and New Zealand in the Test […]