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Monthly archives: January 2016

Five Reasons Why Swami Vivekananda Is Still Relevant To Our Generation

National Youth Day is round the corner. That is Swami Vivekananda’s birthday. As we read and re-read Swami Vivekananda’s writings we are amazed. He is so relevant even today, not only for the youth, but entire mankind as well. I wonder such a modern man walked on the face of earth way back in the 19th century. He is often a father, a guide, best friend to the Swami-ji on […]

India-Pakistan Talks: What’s The Next Course Of Action?

The recent terrorist attacks in India has perhaps clarified one basic fact that whether talks with Pakistan proceed at a desired pace or not, it is unlikely to address the core issue of terrorism in India which is being continuously abetted by Pakistan. If we chart out even the immediate history in terms of Indo-Pak talks, one fact is amply clear and that is the painful similarity of the way […]

A foodies guide to kolkata

For those of you who’re from the wonderful ‘City of Joy’ called Kolkata, you’ll relate to this post more than who’ve not been to Kolkata. If you belong to the later community, you’re missing out on a lot of good food. And when we say GOOD FOOD, we mean GOOD FOOD! An outsider can tell you the posh places to go when in Kolkata, but if you want to taste […]

 
 
 

Ground Control to David Bowie:Songs to Remember Him By

DAVID BOWIE IS DEAD AND HE WON’T BE FALLING BACK TO EARTH. ROCK HAS LOST ONE OF ITS GUIDING LIGHTS AND AS THE WORLD MOURNS THE THIN WHITE DUKE, WE CELEBRATE THE EXTRAORDINARY LIFE HE LIVED THROUGH HIS MUSIC. SPACE ODDITY, HEROES AND CHINA GIRL ARE SOME OF HIS GREATEST HITS The stars look very different today. David Bowie is dead and he won’t be falling back to earth. Rock […]

Acid attack survivor Laxmi now becomes face of clothing brand

Acid attack survivor and activist Laxmi, known for her campaigns against acid attacks on women in the country, has now become the brand ambassador of clothing brand Viva N Diva. According to the Hindustan Times, “the initiative marks the beginning of a campaign, led by Viva N Diva, in which more acid attack survivors will get the chance to be faces of different brands.” “Such initiatives change mindset. I have […]

Golden Globes 2016: The Revenant wins top three awards

The Revenant has triumphed at this year’s Golden Globes, winning the night’s most coveted prize for best dramatic film. Leading man Leonardo DiCaprio won best actor in a drama, while Alejandro G Inarritu won for its direction.  Ridley Scott hit The Martian was named best comedy or musical film, winning a further Globe for star Matt Damon.  Room star Brie Larson was named best actress in a drama, while Jennifer […]

Meet Maggie Doyne, CNN's 'Hero Of The Year 2015' And A Doting Mother To 51 Nepalese Children

Allow us to introduce you to an exceptional young woman, who packed her bags at the age of 18 in pursuit of a life that she had no clue would become the very foundation of her existence.Maggie Doyne, CNN’s ‘Hero of the Year 2015’ had just passed out of high school when she decided to take a gap year and travel before starting college. Little did she know that fate […]

24-year-old, holding doctor and IAS degrees, quits to become an e-tutor for free

Adept at wearing many hats, a young IAS officer bucked the trend by deciding to quit his coveted job to tutor civil service aspirants for free through his online initiative. 24-year-old Roman Saini, with a vision of providing free education to aspirants through ‘Unacademy’, had completed his graduation from the prestigious All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) prior to joining the prestigious IAS. The thirst to serve the country […]

Moon villages’ could be a reality by 2030: Experts

Villages on the Moon, constructed through cooperation between astronauts and robotic systems on the lunar surface, may become a reality as early as 2030, scientists say. Moon villages could serve as a potential springboard for future human missions to Mars and potentially other destinations, a team of scientists, engineers and industry experts said at the European Space Agency’s (ESA) symposium “Moon 2020-2030 – A New Era of Coordinated Human and […]

Ayurvedic Remedies For Obesity

According to Ayurveda taking honey is an excellent home remedy for obesity. It helps mobilize the extra fat, moves it into circulation to be utilized as energy for normal functions. Honey And Lemon Juice Drink Take 1 glass of warm water and add 1 tsp of honey and lemon juice. Mix well and drink in the morning on an empty stomach. Black Pepper And Honey Take 1 cup of water, […]