AAP to hold state convention on Bhagat Singh’s birth anniversary
Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) newly appointed Punjab convener Sucha Singh Chhotepur said his party would hold a state-level convention at Khatkar Kalan in Nawanshahr district on September 28, on the birth anniversary of Shaheed Bhagat Singh. Chhotepur said the party’s four members of Parliament—... read more »
Can India really provide bank accounts to 1.2 billion people?
His recent pledge to provide bank accounts to all of his country’s 1.2 billion people – and in particular its poorest citizens – is one of the most audacious ever announced by an Indian government. It is ambitious because nearly 40% of Indians, or some 480 million people, have... read more »
‘Lusty’ vs ‘Napunsak’: Sena trash talks BJP but wil...
On the face of it, there’s no end in sight to the tussle between the Shiv Sena and BJP over the seat sharing formula for the upcoming state elections in Maharashtra. And this is despite them seemingly having the upper hand due to strong feelings of anti-incumbency against the Congress-NCP... read more »
After SpiceJet, Jet Airways, AirAsia India Join Fare conflict
AirAsia India is offering fares as low as Rs. 1,290 under a special promotional offer. This offer is applicable on bookings till September 21, 2014, and travel period between September 16, 2014 and March 31, 2015. Meanwhile, Jet Airways is also offering promotional fares on tickets purchased before... read more »
Kareena Kapoor styles her own look for Singham 2
Actor-couple Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan turned heads with their glamorous style on the red carpet recently at an awards ceremony in Tampa Bay, Florida. And now, sources claim... read more »
Russian Travel Operators Say Tourism Affected By Ukraine Crisis
Moscow’s interference in Ukraine has caused a sharp drop in foreign tourism to Russia, with scores of travel cancellations for political and security reasons coming ahead of the... read more »
Yoga can prevent anxiety, depression in pregnant women
London – Moms-to-be, take note! Yoga can reduce the risk of anxiety and depression in pregnant women, according to a first-of-its-kind UK study. While it has long been assumed by... read more »
Sahara case: Subrata Roy to stay in jail as Supreme Court rejects plea
The Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected the plea by Sahara chief Subrata Roy challenging its March 4 order sending him to judicial custody for not complying the order to return investors... read more »
Let Modi not be lost in the Varanasi fair
Varanasi: It’s 10am and the campus of the hallowed Benaras Hindu University (BHU) is bustling with activity. A huddle at the entrance to the Department of Arts. The topic of discussion? Whether... read more »
