Mars mission a technological leap for India: US media
“If it succeeds, India’s Mars mission would represent a technological leap for the South Asia nation, pushing it ahead of space rivals China and Japan in the field of interplanetary exploration,” The Wall Street Journal wrote on Tuesday. “A successful mission by India’s Mars orbiter would make the country the…
PM to follow up on Pattaya ferry accident during Chonburi visit
Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra will visit Chonburi province today (November 5) to follow up on the case of the sunk ferry in Pattaya that has claimed the lives of 6 tourists. A ship operated by the Koh Lan Travel company sank off the coast of Pattaya on Sunday evening, after…
6 Tourists Killed in Ferry Accident near Pattaya
An overcrowded tourist ferry capsized and sank near a popular Thai seaside town, killing six tourists, including two Russians and a Chinese, police said. The rest of the roughly 200 people aboard were rescued. The double-decker ferry, carrying Thai and foreign tourists, left Lan island for the 30-minute trip to…
India Inc not thrilled about ASEAN Goods FTA: FICCI Survey
Industry is not expecting many benefits from the long awaited India-ASEAN free trade agreement (FTA) in Goods, which is likely to be signed by the end of this year, said a survey conducted by apex industry body FICCI.As for imports into India, the survey indicates that 65 percent of the…
89% Indian travellers in favour of common ASEAN visa: Skyscanner survey
According to a survey conducted by global travel search site Skyscanner, 89 per cent of Indian travellers are in favour of a common visa to visit more than one country in the ASEAN region, similar to the Schengen visa that applies to the 26 countries of the European Union. The…
Onions bring smiles to faces of Indian tourists in Thailand
A tear-jerker is bringing smiles to the faces of Indian tourists in Thailand. The onion, whose prices have hit the roof across India, is the most sought-after in recipes and salads by visiting Indians. “It’s time to look for dishes that are garnished with onions. Back home it’s now a…
Dhoom 3 my toughest role so far: Aamir Khan
Aamir Khan, who has played a variety of roles in his 25-year-old career, says “Dhoom 3” is his toughest role so far. In the last couple of years, the 48-year-old star gave hits in the form of “Taare Zameen Par”, “Ghajini” and “3 Idiots” and his role in each of…
Kangna Ranaut: I am one of those rare super-women who will give a tough fight to our heroes!
Kangna Ranaut’s journey in the world of glamour is a classic example of what the magic of an indomitable spirit and irreverence can do. The 26-year-old carries herself with the attitude befitting a glamour diva who has made it on her own. By portraying intense and interesting characters in movies…
Texting excessively may lower “relationship quality” in couples: Study
Texting may not be the best way for couples to solve disagreements, apologise or have serious conversations, a new study has found. Brigham Young University researchers Lori Schade and Jonathan Sandberg studied 276 young adults around the country and found that being constantly connected through technology can create some disconnects…
My character Priya in Krrish 3 has a double role: Priyanka Chopra
Director Rakesh Roshan’s sci-fi superhero flick Krrish 3 starring Hrithik Roshan, Priyanka Chopra, Kangna Ranaut and Vivek Oberoi is all set to hit the theatres tomorrow. While all eyes are on Junior Roshan who’s back in his black cape, the lead actress of the film says she plays an equally…