Indian businessman pays Rs 60 crore for unique Dubai number plate
An Indian businessman has paid around Rs 60 crore at an auction to grab a single-digit car registration plate in Dubai, feeding a passion for “unique” number plates. Balwinder Sahani, who owns a Dubai-based property management company, spent AED 33 million (around Rs 60 crore) on the “D5” number plate, in an auction organised by […]
Capable armed forces a must for a strong nation: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday quoted Jana Sangh founder Deen Dayal Upadhyaya to stress the need for a strong military as a prerequisite for a strong nation. “He (Upadhyaya) used to say that the country’s armed forces should be very capable, then only the nation can be strong,” Modi said to thunderous applause from […]
A comprehensive guide to Gold Coast: the theme park capital of Australia
Gold Coast is served sunny side up with summers that last for a good 250 days of the year. Add to this, gorgeous beaches with powder white sands, azure waters and surf lessons at every waterfront; award-winning restaurants with views of the waves that serve delicious local delicacies and the best of international cuisine; hotels that aim to spoil you with spa treatments […]
Children Inherit Intelligence From Mothers, Says Study
WASHINGTON: Mother’s genes may determine how clever the children will be, whereas the father makes no difference to their intelligence levels, a new research suggests. Women are more likely to transmit intelligence genes to their children as they are carried on the X chromosome and women have two of these, while men only have one. […]
Anika to again create ‘troubles’ for Shivaay in Ishqbaaaz
Star Plus’ Ishqbaaaz (4 Lions Films) will witness huge drama during the first meet-up of Priyanka (Subha Rajput) and Dev (Ish Thakkar). Yes, you heard it right!! And this will again be triggered by Anika (Surbhi Chandna), is what we hear. As we know, the Chhabra family has entered the show. Mr. and Mrs. Chhabra (Ashish Kaul […]
Final challenges for princesses in Splitsvilla 9
The war in the kingdom of love will finally see the light of day on Saturday with Queens Martina, Kavya and Rajnandini fighting the final battle along with their connections Varun, Gurmeet and Archie. The journey that began with 6 queens and 15 warriors vying for the throne and the title finally got down to […]
Harshvardhan Kapoor: I Am Nothing Like My Father Anil And Sister Sonam
New Kapoor on the block, Harshvardhan, describes himself as ‘ballsy,’ and admits that he has no method. Harshvardhan is all set to make his debut with Rakyesh Om Prakash Mehra’s Mirziya. No stranger to the ways of Bollywood, the actor is not weighed down by his surname or the fact that he is Anil Kapoor’s son. He says, “Yes. I […]
India-Pakistan Border To Be Sealed By December 2018: Home Minister Rajnath Singh
The India-Pakistan border will be completely sealed by December 2018, Home Minister Rajnath Singh said today after reviewing security in border states with Chief Ministers. “This is time bound, it will be done by 2018 December. We are readying an action plan,” Mr Singh said after the meeting in Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer. A border security grid will […]
Movie Review: Mirzya Movie Review
STORY: Mohnish/Aadil (Harshvardhan) and Suchitra (Saiyami) are schoolmates, who care deeply for one another. An untoward incident that occurs in their hometown, Jodhpur, separates them. Years later, their paths cross. But this time around, Suchitra is on the verge of getting married. REVIEW: Mirzya is inspired by the story of the star-crossed lovers Mirza-Sahiban, a popular folklore […]
India v New Zealand, 3rd Test, Indore: Learnt how to control sessions as a captain, says Kohli
INDORE: Still on a learning curve as India’s Test skipper, Virat Kohli on Friday said controlling sessions which don’t exactly go the team’s way is among the most crucial captaincy lessons that he has learnt so far in his tenure. “One thing that stands out in the learning process is how to control a session which is […]
India cannot unilaterally revoke Indus Waters Treaty: Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has said India cannot unilaterally revoke the Indus Waters Treaty as it is binding on both states and there is no exit clause in it. “The Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) is not time barred and was never intended to be time or event specific. It is binding on both India and Pakistan and has no exit provision,” […]
The Ro Test: An Indian-American Congressman for Silicon Valley could be a new milestone
WASHINGTON: First Indian-American Congressman. First Indian-American Governor. First Indian-American CEO of a Fortune100 company. First Indian-American District Attorney. First Indian-American federal judge. First Indian-American ambassador. First Indian-American Surgeon General. First Indian-American White House CTO. First Indian-American Presidential candidate. Milestones for the Indian diaspora in the US have been ticked off rapidly over the years as […]
Peace in war-torn Afghanistan only via Kashmir, Pakistan tells US
WASHINGTON: For the first time, Pakistan has linked peace in war-torn Afghanistan to the resolution of the Kashmir issue, saying a solution to both is required for peace and they cannot be “compartmentalised”. “Road to peace in Kabul lies in Kashmir in the sense that when you talk of peace, you cannot compartmentalise peace, you can’t segregate […]
Friends, Angels … and a Little Bear, Bring Charity Home
By Jawahar Malhotra STAFFORD: All Nik Nikam had with him (apart from the mic that he loves so well!) as he strode on to the catwalk was a fluffy white teddy bear. And a penchant for adlibbing witticisms, which he has captured in a couple of books. “Our biggest addiction is texting while driving at […]
A Celebration of the 147th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi
HOUSTON: Mahatma Gandhi Library presented the spectacular 1000 Lights for Peace, a celebration of the 147th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, on Sunday, October 2, at Miller Outdoor Theater. The spirit of Houstonians attending the program was truly visible during this auspicious celebration. The gorgeous day started with 5K Walk for Peace, coordinated by Sesh […]
Sewa Fundraiser Highlights Virtue of Service
HOUSTON: After staying in a refugee camp in Nepal for 15 years, Sudarshan Luitel, a Bhutanese refugee, came to the U.S. in 2009. Seven years later, successfully studying at the Texas State University, the former refugee showcased his transformation. He spoke with an accent, but spoke in English clearly, and attributed his success to the […]
Miss/Teen/Mrs India USA Texas
HOUSTON: Sage Productions is an event management company in Houston, Texas. They specialize in Sound and Light Set Ups but, have expanded their horizon by becoming the Franchise owners for Miss/Teen/Mrs India USA Texas. On October 1, Abiya Olivia Malhotra and Sajawal Dass (D.J. Sage) of Sage Productions, in association with Moid Khan and Irfan […]
