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  • Self-Exploring Through Writing

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    Being a female author can come with its own set of challenges, especially when one is trying to juggle a career in the demanding field along with a personal life. From burning the midnight oil to pursue writing to managing multiple roles, budding authors share how they used writing as a tool for empowerment. ‘Four…

  • REACH INDIA Celebrates its First Anniversary

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    REACH India group has recently celebrated its 1st Anniversary by organising an online webinar with David Vance, a renowned Geopolitical Analyst from the UK, and Major Gaurav Arya (Retd.) from India. Both personalities shared their views on “How to Rein in China”. They later also took some interesting questions from the audience. Major Arya expressed his…

  • Wheat Grass A Healthy Tonic

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    For many of us, monsoon is probably the most-awaited season of the year. Sure enough, the first drops of rains are rejuvenating, and provide us with the much-sought relief from the scorching summer heat. However, the onset of monsoon also means that your risk of catching the number of seasonal infections or diseases has increased…

  • ‘MoM’ To Celebrate Skills Of Youth

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    Lisa Heydlauff came from the UK two decades ago to find out how children go to school in India. While she found her answer in quick time, she also realised that children, especially from indigent homes needed to be shown the entrepreneurial path to have any chance at cracking the future. This led Heydlauff to…

  • Akshay Gives Extra Hours To ‘Bellbottom’

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    Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar decided to bend his rule of 18 years, and gave extra hours for the shoot of his upcoming film, Bellbottom. Akshay had been strictly following an eight-hour work schedule all these years. The film is currently being shot in Scotland. Aware that quarantine upon arrival has cost 14 days of shoot,…

  • John Speaks Against Online Animal Trade

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    Actor John Abraham is against platforms selling live animals online. John has sent a letter, dated September 22, urging e-retailer Quikr to stop trading in live animals. “By allowing dogs, cats, and other animals to be traded via your platform, Quikr is putting animals at risk of being cruelly housed and transported as well as…

  • Tale Of Left Hand Repertoire

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    French classical pianist Maxime Zecchini, who is among the handful of musicians all over the globe to practise the ‘left-hand repertoire’ and play works with just five fingers, as opposed to both the hands, says that it is a delight to share this music with his audience. “I had discovered this repertoire 20 years ago…

  • Fitness Brings Happiness To Urvashi

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    Actress and former beauty queen Urvashi Rautela says rather than be addicted to the short-term pleasures of alcohol, drugs or gambling, people should invest their time in things that bring lasting happiness. “At times we motivate ourselves by thinking of what we want to become. At times we motivate ourselves by thinking about who we…

  • Covid -19 And Cardiac Issues

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    The original thought was that the novel coronavirus is a respiratory disease, but as the number of patients who have contracted the virus are increasing, it has become clear that COVID-19 has several other implications. The impact of COVID-19 goes beyond the respiratory system and the lungs, it has tremendous impact on the cardiovascular system…

  • Suneet’s Fine Craftsmanship Goes Digital

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    The first-ever digital India Couture Week (ICW) premiered online on Friday with one of India’s most beloved names in fashion, designer Suneet Varma. “I believe fashion is the politest way of speaking about sex- but I like the subtle unspoken word, left to the imagination of the wearer. The glamour and sensuality in this collection…

  • Samantha Uncomfortable By Spam Calls

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    For a celebrity, it’s not uncommon to receive fan calls and messages, which can be quick to spam. Indian actress Samantha Akkineni says that over the years, she has stopped speaking over the phone due to unwanted calls, and even her friends and family have to message her. “I’m not comfortable with picking up calls…

  • Laxxmi Bomb Premiers On Diwali

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    Superstar Akshay Kumar confirmed on Wednesday that his upcoming horror-comedy, Laxxmi Bomb, will premiere digitally on November 9, on the occasion of Diwali. “Iss Diwali aapke gharon mein “laxmmi” ke saath ek dhamakedar “bomb” bhi aayega (This Diwali, along with money, one explosive bomb will also come to your houses). Aa rahi hai #LaxmmiBomb 9th…

  • SSR Tribute Song Touches Millions’ Hearts

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    Actor Adhyayan Summan has thanked supporters of Sushant Singh Rajput for helping his tribute song to the late actor reach a million views. Earlier this month, Adhyayan had launched a special version of the song “Jab tak”, which had originally been picturised on Sushant in his 2016 hit superhit “M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story”. Adhyayan’s…

  • Indians Rekindle Love For Music

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    Stay-at-home mandates have had people filling their extra time with hobbies, interests and learning. With music being a popular go-to, across all age groups, Indians seemed to rekindle their love for learning and playing music, especially musical instruments. As consumers stayed indoors maintaining social distancing and focused on meeting their essential needs, e-commerce site Flipkart…

  • Explore Secret Wonders In Land Of Kiwis

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    Recognised for its clean and green environment, New Zealand is made up of many beautiful landscapes – from vast mountain chains to grand volcanoes, from flowing rivers and contemporary museums to expansive caves, fiords, lush rainforests, grassy plains and rich thermal areas. Get off the beaten track to find lots of hidden gems that are…

  • How To Combat PCOS

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    According to experts, one in five women can suffer from Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome or PCOS, which means, there may be several women around you at the risk of problems ranging from menstrual irregularities to complications in pregnancy. Gynaecologists stress on the importance of a healthy diet, exercise, and maintaining optimum weight to battle the condition.…

  • Pre Bridal Skin Care Tips

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    The wedding season is upon us, and every bride wants to get that glowing flawless look for her special day. Especially when face masks and humidity are leading to acne and breakouts. If you are a bride-to-be but are unable to follow a pre-bridal beauty regimen because of your busy schedule, don’t fret. Rajat Mathur,…

  • Savya Jain Derives Inspiration From Nature

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    With humans locked-in their homes over the past few months, what ran free were nature’s brushstrokes – deepening the sky’s blue, the trees’ green and all the colours in between. Capturing nature’s refreshed aura on canvas, ten on-view abstract artistic impressions by Delhi-based artist Savya Jain derive inspiration from idyllic and bountiful nature. “When I…

  • Bishnoi Hopes To Win IPL

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    After guiding India to the finals of the U-19 World Cup, leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi is now all geared up to play for Kings XI Punjab in his debut IPL season during the tournament slated to start from September 19 in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). With just days left before the start of the 13th…

  • Need A Change From Track Suit Trend

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    On Sunday, the New York Fashion Week kicked off with Jason Wu’s presentation- who has dressed former US First Lady, Michelle Obama more than once. The Taiwanese born designer often infuses “Old World” femininity in many of his designs and chose to have a physical show with a very limited audience. The collection was filled…

  • Be Vocal With Your Fashion

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    Right now a T-shirt is trending across India. As Rhea Chakraborty arrived for the 3rd day of questioning at the Narcotics Control Bureau she wore a T-shirt that said, “Roses are red, Violets are blue, Let’s smash Patriarchy, Me and you.” For many weeks the actress who refrained from speaking on the case finally broke…

  • 46 Bengali orgs with 16 Durga Puja Comms join hands to host UK convention

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    Undeterred by the current pandemic, The United Kingdom Bengali Convention (UKBC) that was conceived in 2018 by three Bengalis over an informal chat in social media will be hosted virtually on 19 and 20 September this year . The premier season of UKBC this year will bring together more than 46 Bengali organisations, including 16 Durga…

  • Keechan Welcomes Demoiselle Cranes

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    Come September and the residents of Keechan, a tiny village near Phalodi town of Jodhpur district of Rajasthan gets ready to welcome their winged visitors from across the Himalayas. Already 350 “visitors” have landed in the first week of September. Caretaker Sewaram is busy preparing for their comfortable ‘stay’. For the next six months, he…

  • Work From Home Difficulties

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    Covid-19 is here to stay, at least for a while. The work environment has changed, temporarily for many and permanently for few. Many things may never go back to the old ‘normal’ and it looks like working from home all the time is going to be one such thing. Remote working is all set to…

  • MC20 Begins An Era Of Maserati

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    If your only fix is a pair oft wheels, then it doesn’t get hotter than this, Maserati launched the MC20 a 100 per cent Made in Modena and 100 percent Made in Italy. It is believed that this launch marks the beginning of Maserati’s new Era for a car with a racing DNA presented to…

  • Let Them Dream Bigger

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    You may wonder to hear what Shloka Rajeev Nambiar is into. Then, you will definitely get inspired by her work, the best to expect from a 16 year old. Sloka is one among the many kind hearts who have decided to speak for their lesser privileged friends in the city of Bangalore. Realizing the importance…

  • Bikramjit’s Campaign On Self-Reflection

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    A new campaign shot by ace photographer Bikramjit Bose features Sana Thampi, Sumaya Hazarika and Kripali Samdariya, in celebration of Her Story’s first anniversary has been released. Playing with the idea of a mirror to one’s soul, the shoot is set amid the sands of Goa, with golden sunlight reflecting off a shoreline that is…

  • Ideal Group appoints Vishal Tendulkar as Dy GM Mktg, Comms

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    Headquartered in Canada, the internationally renowned Ideal Group has drawn up plans to consolidate and strengthen its organisation and enhance its brand reputation globally. Moving in that direction the company has appointed internationally acclaimed marketer Vishal Tendulkar as its Deputy General Manager – Marketing and Communications of the company informed Shaji Nada, Chairman and CEO…

  • Ayushmann Ready To Surprise Audience

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    Actor Ayushmann Khurrana turns 36 on Monday, and he says he is going to train hard for his upcoming film on his birthday. “I’m currently neck-deep in preparations for my next, a progressive love story directed by Abhishek Kapoor. I’m running against time to achieve the desired physique for this film and I know for…

  • Guneet’s Note For Aspiring Filmmakers

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    Academy Award-winning producer Guneet Monga says she never planned for any award and accolade. They are always a bonus and a sense of validation in the journey, she says. But it is of utmost importance to be persistent and show up, believes Guneet, who won an Academy Award her short film ‘Period. End of Sentence’.…

  • Attention Men In 40s

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    The 40s are filled with vitality and stress in equal amounts. Health can either be at its best in one’s 40s or it can be the start for many lifestyle diseases. Work, family and financial stress together can compound health issues at this age, so it becomes even more necessary to stay healthier than ever…

  • Ravinder Wants To Change The Cliché

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    Popular romance author Ravinder Singh, who has written bestselling novels like ‘I Too Had a Love Story,’ ‘Can Love Happen Twice?’ and edited anthologies like ‘Love Stories That Touched My Heart’, feels that Indians have a never-ending appetite for love stories. In a freewheeling chat with us ahead of the launch of a crowdsourced anthology…

  • Maintain Calorie During Festive Season

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    The one thing the pandemic has been unable to disrupt is your sweet tooth. Many of us have thrown caution to the wind, with no gyms and lockdown as a great excuse to indulge. With the festive season just around the corner, celebrations and sweets are very much on the top of your mind. In…

  • Wellington Restaurant: Daringly unique and insanely charming

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    Wellington Restaurant, which sees culinary maestro Brett Duarte, formerly executive chef of the Gaucho Group, showcases a carefully curated Modern European menu packed with unrivalled flavours and is created with only the finest seasonal ingredients. Duarte signature dishes include Hand-dived Orkney scallops – Whole Cornish Dover sole meunière and the finest Scotch Angus steaks. Accompanied…

  • Irrfan’s Son Shares Dad’s Notes On The Wall

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    Late actor Irrfan Khan used to scribble notes on the walls of his home. This was revealed by his elder son Babil on Instagram. “When you zoom in to notice what’s written on the wall behind me, Baba wrote notes on my walls when I left for London, I guess he still liked drawing on…

  • Harshdeep Dedicates New Song For Indian Mothers

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    Singer Harshdeep Kaur is back on the small screen, this time with a song dedicated to Indian mothers. The voice behind Bollywood hits like “Katiya karoon”, “Dilbaro” and “Zaalima”, has also sung for TV shows, including “Bani: Ishq Da Kalma”. She has now come up with the title track of the new show, “Indiawaali Maa”.…

  • Masaba Prefers To Live In A Private Bubble

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    Fashion designer Masaba Gupta says even after spending 11 years in the fashion industry, she is questioned about her parents and the events of 1988, but she has made her peace with it. “I have to say that I used to really enjoy reading blind items until it became about me. I think that’s the…

  • Expect Your Baby With Proper Plans

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    Preparing for a baby isn’t only about purchasing tiny clothes, diapers and mittens. It goes beyond watching the endearing ultrasound photos and counting baby kicks; baby planning involves a lot of financial preparation. Priti Rathi Gupta, Founder of LXME, MD & Promotor Anand Rathi Group spells out the most crucial financial tasks that must be…

  • Prefer Best Sanitiser For Baby Hands

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    Hand hygiene is extremely important, especially at a time when we are fighting a pandemic. Despite knowing that hands are the main pathways of germ transmission, it is almost impossible to resist children from touching objects. So, it’s all the more crucial to keep their hands clean by washing them regularly with soap and water…

  • Glacier Retreat Drives 50% Lake Expansion

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    The volume of glacial lakes worldwide has increased by about 50 per cent since 1990 as glaciers melt and retreat due to climate change, show 30 years of NASA satellite data. Lake Imja, a glacier lake near Mount Everest in the Himalaya has grown to three times its length since 1990, the research showed. The…

  • Tackle Infection With ‘SMART’ Quarantine Routine

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    The Covid-19 outbreak has brought along the burden of uncertainty and fear amongst people; on a global scale, citizens have now become accustomed to the work from home and quarantine routine. As we prepare ourselves for a post-lockdown world, keeping in mind various safety and precautionary measures, is imperative. It’s important we maintain and follow…

  • Super Ladies Of South Africa

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    Each year, South Africa – fondly known as the Rainbow Nation, honours August as Women Month. Why August? In August 1956, 20,000 women of colour marched to the Union Buildings in Pretoria to protest against amendments to the Apartheid laws. Ever since, the month of August has been set aside with a special focus to…

  • Increasing Number Of ‘Coronial’ Star Babies

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    While some couples spent their days in lockdown baking in the kitchen, others have spent it whipping up a storm. Celebrities around the globe forced into home sheltering have used this time to get pregnant. The latest to join the long list of expecting parents is power couple Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli. Married for…

  • Sardar Patel Memorial Society UK marks Independence Day

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    Sardar Patel Memorial Society (SPMS) UK has marked Independence Day celebrations this year by hosting an interactive discussion on historical Anniversary of the Unification of India & on the foundation of Ram Temple. Hosted by Pravin Patel on a virtual platform, with Krishna Pujara (Secretariat), the event had Dr Subramanian Swamy as the speaker, which…

  • Punjab Police bust narco-terror racket with KLF links

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    Punjab Police have busted an international narco-terror racket with links to the banned Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF) with the arrest of wanted heroin smuggler Rajinder Singh and a police constable who was allegedly facilitating safe movement of drugs and money during the lockdown period. Rajinder’s brother-in-law has also been arrested from Uttar Pradesh for his…

  • Nutritional Way Towards Health

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    Every year, we celebrate National Day of Sports to honour and commemorate the spirit of the legendary sportsperson, Major Dhyan Chand who is regarded as the nation’s greatest hockey player ever. The day was instituted to educate India’s youth on the importance of being fit and healthy, by practising sports and other physical activities. Along…

  • Grylls Into the Wild

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    British adventurer and host of the popular adventure show “Into the Wild”, Bear Grylls first came to India when he was just 18. Since then he has made various visits to India and travelled all through the mountains in Northern India. Over the years, he says much has changed over the years, but the warmth…

  • Pranab Mukherjee is in deep coma

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    Former President Pranab Mukherjee is in a deep coma and on ventilator support, the Army Research and Referral Hospital said on Wednesday. He has been hospitalized for the past 16 days and been critical following a brain surgery. The hospital authorities said, “Hon’ble Shri Pranab Mukherjee is being treated for lung infection. His renal parameters…

  • IIW Celebrates Independence Day

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    Inspiring Indian women had a double whammy this year for the celebration of 74th Indian Independence Day for the Indian diaspora with two back to back events, ‘Aisa Desh hain mera’ and IIW All Ladies Ambika Trophy Cricket Championship …. reports Pehrr Ram Ye Desh Hain Mera – A tribute to the Armed Forces, was…

  • No-confidence motion against Vijayan-led govt defeated

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    On expected lines, the no-confidence motion moved by the Congress-led UDF was defeated easily by the Pinarayi Vijayan government in Kerala, but all the corruption issues raised by the opposition were sidestepped by the Chief Minister in a nearly four-hour long speech, where he read out the progress card of his government. The no-confidence motion…