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Anthony Bourdain toxicology report reveals he had no Narcotics in system at time of death
Celebrity chef and food critic Anthony Bourdain had no narcotics in his system at the time of his death, his toxicology report has revealed. Bourdain was found dead of suicide in his hotel room in Kaysersberg, France on June 8 while in the country filming an upcoming episode of "Parts Unknown" with his close friend French-born chef Eric Ripert. He was 61. There was only a "trace of a non-narcotic medicine in a therapeutic dose" in his system, Christian de Rocquigny, the local prosecutor in charge of the investigation told New York Times. In the 1980s Bourdain bounced from job to job at restaurants in New York City while struggling with a serious drug addiction. He entered rehab and eventually got clean in the early '90s, but continued to drink both on and off screen. Bourdain was cremated in France and his remains and travel belongings were sent to his younger brother and only sibling, Christopher. The family will likely have a small, private ceremony of some kind, said Gladys ...
Veteran rock climber and mountaineer dead
Veteran rock climber and mountaineer Gautam Kanjilal died of a lung infection at a city hospital here. He was 69.
Veteran rock climber and mountaineer dies
Veteran rock climber and mountaineer Gautam Kanjilal died of a lung infection at a city hospital here, official sources said. Kanjilal, 69, passed away yesterday. He is survived by his wife and a son. An engineer by profession and a member of city-based mountaineering club Himalayan Association, Kanjilal began his outward bound activities way back in 1970 when he attended a rock climbing course at Susunia Hills. Subsequently he underwent training at the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute in Darjeeling and took part in the expedition to hitherto unclimbed Sudarshan in 1978. He also acted as an instructor and course commandant in various rock climbing and adventure courses till a few years back. A keen rock climber, Kanjilal explored quite a few rock routes in the hills of Bankura and Purulia districts and one of them is named after him (Kanjimal) which he pioneered along with three other rock climbers during late 1970s.
Of vazhaipoo fritters and a chef's contribution to reducing carbon footprint (Foodie Trail-Chennai)
It's time for vazhaipoo (banana flower) fritters. Vazhaipoo cutlets and vadas have become passe, said a top chef at the newly-opened Novotel Chennai Chamiers Road.
Tan brown, blue, black: Must-have bag colours
Handbags as a fashion accessory are something which can lend your attire more style. Go for out-of-the-box shades to stand out of the crowd, but don't forget to stock must-have colours like black, tan brown and blue, suggest experts.
CureFit eyes Rs 15 cr revenue during Fitstart sale
Health-tech startup CureFit today said it aims to garner Rs 15 crore in revenue from its three-day 'Fitstart' sale. The company also expects to get 15,000 new subscribers from the sale, which will be held from June 24-26. "...expects to garner Rs 15 crore in revenue in three days. The sale starts from June 24 till June 26 and is expected to rake in 15,000 new subscribers across CULT, EAT and MIND," Cure.fit said in a statement. Founded in 2016 by Myntra co-founder Mukesh Bansal and former Flipkart executive Ankit Nagori, CureFit operates a chain of fitness centres under Cult.Fit. It also focusses on mental fitness (through Mind.fit), healthy food (Eat.fit) and primary care (Care.fit).
Fincantieri floats out first cruise ship for Chinese market
Monfalcone (Italy), 22 June (IANS/AKI) Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri and cruise company Costa Cruises on Friday launched the Venice-themed Costa Venezia, the first cruise liner built for the Chinese market, the two companies said in a statement here.
UP to develop Garhmukteshwar on lines of Haridwar
The Uttar Pradesh government will develop Garhmukteshwar in Hapur district as a major tourist destination on the lines of Haridwar in Uttarakhand at a cost of Rs 500 crore, officials said on Friday.
NF Railway introduces Train Captain in Rajdhani Express
Babul Dey of Tinsukia Division created history yesterday when he stepped into the 12423 Dibrugarh-New Delhi Rajdhani Express as the first Train Captain of the Northeast Frontier Railway. To improve onboard services and redress passengers' grievances, NF Railway has introduced 'Train Captain' in premium trains from yesterday. NF Railway Chief Public Relations Officer Pranav Jyoti Sharma said: "The Train Captain will be overall in-charge of the train and will be responsible for ensuring all amenities provided by railways to the passenger." The Train Captain will look into various amenities such as cleanliness of coaches and toilets, availability of water and working of electrical fittings like lights, fans, charging points, he added. "The Railway Board has decided to introduce the concept of a single person as leader -- Train Captain, who will be responsible for coordinating with all onboard teams dealing with housekeeping, catering, electrical, mechanical and RPF/GRP ...
River rafting ban: Debate rages between adventure sports cos, environmentalists
When we think of river rafting, Rishikesh strikes our mind instantly as it is the perfect weekend getaway far from the maddening crowd, with rafting being one of the popular activities. River rafting generates adrenaline rush to adventure enthusiasts as they ride down the thundering rapids of the Ganges with inflatable boats, carbon paddles and helmets. The Uttarakhand High Court's order imposing a ban on river rafting and paragliding across the state has come as a shocker to adventure sports companies and adventure tourists who say a blanket ban is not the solution. The order has, however, been welcomed by the environmentalists who said the high court order was in interest of the environment and ecology. Arvind Bhardwaj of Red Chilli Adventure said the high court order will hit the rafting business very hard as it would render the people jobless. "I am involved in adventure activities in Rishikesh for the last 24 years. I am surprised to hear of this order. The state government had ..
Haryana govt to take 5 monuments in Nuh district under state protection
The Haryana government has decided to bring five monuments in Nuh district under state protection for conservation as per the provisions of the Punjab Ancient Historical Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1964. Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar has approved a proposal in this regard, an official spokesperson said here today. He said the monuments to be taken under state protection are Ghasera Fort, Old Tehsil Building in Nuh, Kotla Mosque in Kotla village and Chhatris and Kuan in Meoli village. The Ghasera Fort lies at Ghasera village, 14 km from Nuh city, on the Nuh-Sohna road. It was built using stones and lakhouri bricks with lime surkhi mortar. The Old Tehsil Building is located on the main road of Nuh. The Kotla Mosque is in Kotla village, 6.5 km from Nuh city. The red sandstone and grey quartzite tomb has inscription on the ruined gateway dating it to 1392-1400 CE. The two chhatris and a kuan (well) is in Meoli village of Mewat district.
4 Nepali players to participate in Int'l Rafting Festival in China
A seven-member team, including four players from Nepal, are set to participate in 2018 Ziyuan International Rafting Classic Sports Culture Week to be held in China from June 26.
Odisha to replicate MP's Jal Mahotsav at Hirakud dam
Odisha is planning to organise an annual water festival at Hirakud dam in Sambalpur district on the lines of the immensely popular "Jal Mahotsav" in Madhya Pradesh, a top tourism official said. The state tourism department and the district administration will jointly organise the festival every year during the tourist season, which starts from October, said Director of Tourism, N B Jawale. The tourists visiting the festival will get access to facilities like water sports, water adventure activities and tent stay at the Hirakud Dam Reservoir, he said. "It will be water-centric festival. The festival here will be organized in a better way than the Jal Mahotsav in Madhya Pradesh. The duration of the festival will be two to three days," said Jawale, who was on a visit here. The Jal Mahotsav is hosted at the Hanuwantiya Island, which is situated on the Indira Sagar Dam in Madhya Pradesh. Visitors to the fair get to explore the colourful customs and rich traditions of Madhya ..
Yamaha launches electric bikes replacing traditional ones
Yamaha has launched electric bikes to replace traditional bikes and motorcycles.Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd developed the TY-E electric trial bike-taking advantage of unique features of electrical power for Motorcycle trials.The electric bike includes high rotation type compact high-power motor that achieves high off-road performance with both powerful low-speed torque and extended acceleration.One of the test riders of the Yamaha's electric bike said, "The first time I had a chance to ride the TY-E, I thought it would be like riding a typical electric bike. But, after experiencing its great performance I can say that electric vehicle technology has reached very high level that it is now difficult to tell the difference between an electric bike and engine bike."This vehicle is made from carbon fibre monocoque frame.In Motorcycle trial sport, all vehicles are required to have lightweight. So, Yamaha especially focuses on weight reduction.The power unit in TY-E is equipped with a mechanical ..
US diplomat thinks Trump's UK itinerary includes the queen
An official at the US Embassy in London says he thinks President Donald Trump will meet Queen Elizabeth II during his visit to Britain next month. Deputy Chief of Mission Lew Lukens told reporters yesterday that planning for the July trip was delayed by Trump's summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Singapore last week. Lukens says Trump's itinerary includes meeting with British Prime Minister Theresa May. He said he believes Trump also will have an engagement with the queen, "but we don't have any details at this point." Lukens' spoke during a presentation of a documentary by Britain's Channel 4, "Inside the American Embassy." The film shows US diplomats discussing Trump making a pomp-filled U.K. visit next year, just weeks after Britain leaves the European Union.
A British landmark in Shimla set to become wellness centre for tourists
After reducing another British colonial landmark to rubble, the state government is now coming up with a wellness-cum-interpretation centre to attract tourists to this place, now being developed as a nature park amidst blooming red and pink tulips.
Indian Army, PLA personnel do 'yoga for peace' at 17,000 feet
Indian Army personnel deployed along the Indo-China border in Eastern Ladakh on Thursday observed the Fourth International Yoga Day with the Chinese PLA personnel at Daulat Beg Oldie-Tien Wein Dien meeting point at an altitude of 16,942 feet.
India, China celebrate Yoga Day in Ladakh
Personnel of the Indian Army and China's People Liberation Army (PLA) on Thursday celebrated the fourth International Yoga Day at the Daulat Beg Oldie - Tien Wein Dien converging point in Eastern Ladakh.The importance of Yoga for health, well being and inner balance, especially for the soldiers, who are posted at an altitude of 16,942 feet, were discussed before the Yoga session.Apart from giving impetus to physical fitness, the event was aimed at further cementing the bonds of friendship and mutual trust between both the nations, in the lines of the motto of the fourth International Yoga Day "Yoga for Peace and Harmony".The joint yoga session was organised between the soldiers of both nations on the longest day of the year in sub-zero temperatures.The proposal was made by India last month, which was accepted by the PLA last night. They also appreciated the offer, calling it a genuine peaceful gesture. The Yoga session was followed by an exchange of gifts.The first International Day ..
13,000 prisoners perform yoga in Delhi
As many as 13,000 inmates across three jail complexes in the national capital performed yoga asanas to mark the fourth International Yoga Day today. A senior official said that inmates from Mandoli, Tihar and Rohini prison complexes performed the yoga. The official said that yoga teachers from Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, Panchawati Yogashram and Nature Cure Center visited the Tihar jail and made the inmates perform yoga. Ahead of the International Yoga Day, yoga guru Baba Ramdev had conducted a yoga session with nearly 11,000 inmates on Sunday.
Indian High Commission in Islamabad celebrates Yoga Day
The Indian High Commission in Islamabad organised a yoga camp on Thursday, in lieu of International Yoga Day.The event, which took place at the High Commission premises, started with a live webcast of Yoga Day by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Dehradun.Over 100 guests, including members of the diplomatic community and Pakistani citizens from different walks of life, graced the event, read a statement.Welcoming the guests, High Commissioner Ajay Bisaria highlighted the various benefits of practising yoga.This was followed by guided yoga and meditation sessions led by Air Adviser Group Captain J.T. Kurien and the High Commissioner."It was a wonderful experience. I was looking forward to this day. I do yoga regularly. It makes you feel good and makes your body more flexible," said Dr Brigitta Blaha, Austrian Ambassador to Pakistan.A similar event was also organised at the Indian High Commission in Dhaka.The first International Day of Yoga was observed all over the world on June 21, ...