Trade union strike cripples transport, banking services in many cities
Millions of workers across India went on a 24-hour strike on Wednesday to protest against changes in labour laws and privatisation of PSUs, affecting life in many cities. More than 15 crore workers from 10 central trade unions, including those in the banking, manufacturing, construction and coal... read more »
Former Pakistan cricketer Arshad Khan driving Uber cab in Sydney
NEW DELHI: How would you picture the life of a former international cricketer? Probably nurturing the upcoming generation of cricketers, commentating, working for a cricket board, running his own cricket academy, dealing with the nitty-gritties of his business or simply sunbathing in a faraway... read more »
Captain’s knock: Kohli shows maturity in Sri Lanka Test series win
India, pleased as they must be at the series win, should still feel a bit disappointed that the scoreline is 2-1 and not 3-0 in their favour. India lost the first Test after having dominated the match for the most part, but a stunning batting collapse saw them lose from a position of strength. When... read more »
Sensex closes 587 points down on weak GDP data
MUMBAI: Renewed fears about the slowing Chinese economy, combined with the less-than-expected doemstic GDP growth for June quarter, spooked Dalal Street investors on Tuesday. As a result, the sensex lost 587 points (or 2.2%) to close at 25,696 with 29 of the 30 of its components in the red. On the... read more »
Blue-eyed people have this bad habit
People with blue eyes might have a greater chance of becoming alcoholics, according to an interesting new study. The study by researchers at the University of Vermont in the US is the first... read more »
Japanese retail giant teams up with Tajima for new life wear
To create a new life wear for women, Japanese retail giant Uniqlo has join hands with Muslim fashion designer Hana Tajima. The retail giant, whose new collections includes long, flowing... read more »
Couple married for 75 years dies hand-in-hand
An American couple, who had been married for 75 years fulfilled their final wish to die in each other’s arms after they passed away holding hands, within hours of each other. Jeannette... read more »
How to beat the heat in summer
Are you finding it tough to tackle the scorching heat? Lets take a look at simple tips from experts on staying cool during summer. Closing windows and doors during the hottest parts of the... read more »
Around 100 events organised in UK to mark Srebrenica killings
Around 100 events are being organised across the UK to remember the thousands of Muslim men and boys from Srebrenica who were killed by Bosnian Serb forces in 1995. According to the BBC, UK Prime... read more »
