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Prakash Raj slams PM Modi for his silence over Gauri Lankesh's murder

Actor Prakash Raj on Monday lashed out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his silence over journalist Gauri Lankesh’s murder. Speaking at the 11th state meet of the Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI) in Bengaluru, Prakash Raj was quoted by The News Minute as saying, “Gauri’s killers may not have been caught yet but what is more distressing is those who celebrated her death. We may not be able […]

World Tourism Day 2017: Best weekend getaways in India

The world is a beautiful place and every country has something special to offer when it comes to tourism. On the occasion of World Tourism Day today which happens to fall near a long weekend, here’s a list of the best weekend getaways in India! Kasauli If you love hill stations then this is a place you must visit! Apart from the other beautiful hill stations such as Nainital, Shimla, […]

Microsoft's Satya Nadella has a message for you: Keep hitting the refresh button

What is striking about Satya Nadella is the almost yogic energy, intensity and confidence he exudes as he strides into his office at the Microsoft headquarters in Seattle, US. Wearing a casual black T-shirt, dark blue jeans and sneakers with padded heels, Nadella, 50, looks superbly fit as he settles down for a chat with India Today. Like his wiry frame, his jawline carries no excess baggage or bulge. With […]

 
 
 

From China Visiri to The Affair, ten Tamil short films that deserve your time and attention

The idea of hitting the right mark in the world of short films is currently riding on the wings of fancy due to the success of shows like Naalaya Iyakunar (a talent hunt where people make short films) and cheap internet plans that make even silly YouTube videos go viral. Aspiring filmmakers are strictly following the paths laid down by filmmakers like Karthik Subbaraj (Pizza, Jigarthanda, Iraivi), and Nalan Kumarasamy […]

Meet the Bengalure dentist who is all set to represent India at Miss Wheelchair World 2017

It’s been a busy few weeks for Rajlakshmi SJ. The 31-year-old from Bengaluru has been juggling her professions as a dental specialist and consulting orthodontist and an assistant professor, along with also having to follow a strict diet, workout, skin and hair care plan. People living in other countries can check out dentist madison ms if they need the best dental services.  After all, Rajlakshmi is all set to represent India […]

From Tribal to Regal: 12 Unique Ways and Places to Celebrate Dussehra in India

Call it what you will: a fondness for tradition, an excuse to be part of a communal experience or simply nostalgia. But most Indians love festivals. From decorations and dances to fireworks and food, we delight in every aspect of festivals. And as far as festivals are concerned, Dussehra brings all these aspects together in the grandest of manners. Eagerly awaited across the country, Dussehra embodies the concept of unity […]

The 'Christian Numerologist' Whose Biblical Doomsday Claim Has Some Nervously Eyeing Sept. 23

David Meade, the self-described “specialist in research and investigations,” has earned a fair amount of publicity online for predicting that catastrophic events will soon befall Earth. Among his claims: On Saturday, Sept. 23, 2017, a constellation – a sign prophesied in the Book of Revelation – will reveal itself in the skies over Jerusalem, signaling the beginning of the end of the world as we know it. Meade believes that […]

Mercury not so hot as thought? Data from NASA’s ‘MESSENGER’ spots icy deposits on scorching planet

The first thought to cross one’s mind on a mention of planet Mercury is its blistering daytime temperature of up to 800 degree F (427 degree Celsius) because of its proximity to the Sun. However, new research has indicated that there may be more ice on Mercury’s scorching surface than thought. Scientists in their study, published in the journal Geophysical Research Letters, claim to have found evidence of frozen water […]

Rohingyas a ‘serious security threat’: Centre stands firm on deporting ‘illegal immigrants’, asks Supreme Court not to interfere

The Narendra Modi government on Monday told the Supreme Court that the Rohingya Muslims’ illegal immigration into India was illegal and their continued stay poses a serious security threat to the nation.  Filing its response on the issue of deportation of Myanmar’s ethnic minority Muslim community from India, the Centre told the top court that it has intelligence inputs of links between many Rohingya Muslims and Pakistan’s ISI and the […]

THE GREATEST CORRUPTION OF ALL

Are you aware of the greatest corruption of all? This is a corruption that goes on throughout the day. This is a corruption that almost all people indulge in. This is the costliest corruption of all. So, what is the greatest and all-pervasive corruption going on from time immemorial? The greatest corruption of all is that the inner mind does not allow self-realisation to occur and continue. The outer mind […]