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Big B accepts Rathore's fitness challenge
Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan has accepted Information and Broadcasting Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore's fitness challenge titled #HumFitTohIndiaFit. He says his mantra his to be continuously mobile.
Cook book explores why daals are not always dull
Daal may sound a little dull to many and pulses may not be that visually striking but a new book seeks to debunk this perception by dishing out an array of recipes made out of these ingredients thus igniting many a culinary imagination. "Pull of Pulses: Full of Beans" offers a wide variety of different lentils commonly consumed in rural and urban households of India. The recipes include not only daal curries but also daal-based snacks, savouries and sweets and cover most regions and communities of India. The recipes have been classified into different groups - soups and salads, savouries, main course, pulaos, breads, desserts, all-time favourites and some from around the world. The book is a combined effort of food historian and Persian scholar Salma Husain and executive chef Vijay Thukral of the India International Centre (IIC), New Delhi. Rich in nutritional value, high on culinary flexibility and low on price, lentils or daals are part of the daily staple all across ...
Will post my fitness video soon: Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday accepted a fitness challenge by cricketer Virat Kohli saying that he will soon post a personal fitness video.
Thane police cracks down on illegal sand transportation
The rural police cracked down on illegal sand transportation on the Ghodbunder Road in the district, an official said today. Following complaints, the police carried out checks and intercepted the sand-laden trucks near a hotel on the Ghodbunder Road yesterday, Assistant Superintendent of Police (Thane rural) Atul Kulkarni said. During verification, the police found that the truck drivers did not not posses valid permits for carrying the sand. The police confiscated 11 trucks along with the sand and booked their drivers and owners under IPC sections pertaining to theft and relevant provisions of the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code, the official said.
Get global tastes at Cafe Out Of The Box (Foodie Trail-Delhi)
Looking to experiment with international cuisines at an affordable price? Try an eye-shaped Turkish pizza or the pretty-looking Nasi Goreng Indonesian dish at an international food festival at Cafe Out Of The Box.
PM Modi accepts Virat Kohli's 'Fitness Challenge'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday accepted Indian skipper Virat Kohli's fitness challenge and said he will soon be sharing his own video.PM Modi took to Twitter to respond to Kohli's challenge, writing, "Challenge accepted, Virat! I will be sharing my own #FitnessChallenge video soon. @imVkohli #HumFitTohIndiaFit"Kohli, on Wednesday, had accepted the challenge of Union Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore and posted a video of him doing Butt Plank on Twitter."I have accepted the #FitnessChallenge by Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore sir. Now I would like to challenge my wife @AnushkaSharma , our PM @narendramodi ji and @msdhoni bhai for the same. #HumFitTohIndiaFit #ComeOutAndPlay," Virat had tweeted.The #FitnessChallenge, part of 'Hum Fit Toh India Fit' campaign, was started by Rathore on May 22, when he posted a video of him doing push-ups. In the same video, he threw challenge at Kohli, actor Hrithik Roshan, and badminton champ Saina Nehwal.The Fit India movement was initiated by ...
Netherlands PM arrives in India
Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Netherlands Mark Rutte has arrived in India for a two-day official visit.Rutte is scheduled to meet a Business Delegation at Hotel Taj Diplomatic and then participate in the Clean Ganga Event at Hotel ITC Maurya.Prime Minister Narendra Nodi will meet with Mark Rutte at Hyderabad House at about 12:00 pm.Rutte will also attend a CEO roundtable conference at the Hyderabad House. He will then sign press statements at the venue at about 02:30 pm.Mark Rutte, will next address a public event organised by Carnegie India at Hotel Taj Diplomatic and also participate in Clean Air India, a startup event.Lastly, he will participate in an agro event, before proceeding to Bengaluru.Rutte is scheduled to meet Governor of Karnataka, Vajubhai Rudabhai Vala.He is also scheduled to visit Shell Technology Centre and Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in Bengaluru.Around 10 in the night on May 25, he will leave for Netherlands.
Sahil Khattar on Paleo diet for 'The Expedition'
TV actor and host Sahil Khattar, mostly known for his vox pops on YouTube channel 'Being Indian', has been following a strict Paleo diet to get in shape for his travel show "The Expedition".
Netherlands PM to arrive in India today
Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Netherlands Mark Rutte will arrive in India on Thursday for a two-day official visit.On May 24, he is expected to arrive in India at around 9 am.Rutte will then meet a Business Delegation at Hotel Taj Diplomatic and then participate in the Clean Ganga Event at Hotel ITC Maurya.Prime Minister Narendra Nodi will meet with Mark Rutte at Hyderabad House at about 12:00 pm.Rutte will also attend a CEO roundtable conference at Hyderabad House. He will then sign press statements at the venue at about 02:30 pm.Mark Rutte, will next address a public event organised by Carnegie India at Hotel Taj Diplomatic and also participate in Clean Air India, a startup event.Lastly, he will participate in an agro event, before proceeding to Bengaluru.Rutte is scheduled to meet Governor of Karnataka, Vajubhai Rudabhai Vala.He is also scheduled to visit Shell Technology Centre and Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in Bengaluru. Around 10 in the night on May 25, he will
Shilpa Shetty named among top fitness influencers in India
Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty Kundra has featured in the list of '30 Top Health and Fitness Influencers in India' by a leading platform in fitness.The 42-year-old actress has been a strong supporter of fitness and yoga. She has made several fitness videos and clips to inspire people to get fit and incorporate exercises into their lifestyle.She has even released a couple of DVDs featuring her doing yoga in the past. More recently, she published a book, 'The diary of a domestic diva', under which she released recipes, fitness mantras, and other household hacks.Besides Shilpa, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli also made it to the coveted list.Talking about how she has been able to influence people about the importance of health and fitness in all these years, the actor said, "Honestly, there's no modus operandi, it's just a clear intent, focusing on label reading, chewing, breathing, and debunking myths regarding food and health".She further explained,
Four Nepali woman journalists scale Mount Everest
Four Nepali woman journalists today successfully scaled the world's highest peak Mount Everest, an official said. This spring climbing season around 400 people have reached the summit. as the busy spring climbing season -- which runs from April to May -- gets into full swing. Nepal is home to eight of the world's 14 highest peaks and foreign climbers who flock to its mountains are a major source of revenue. About 340 foreign climbers and their Sherpa guides are also attempting to scale the world's highest peak this month. "The First Women Journalists Everest Expedition-2018 made it to the top of 8848-metre peak at around 6 am," Tourism Ministry Liaison Officer Gyanendra Shrestha told PTI from the base camp. Rosha Basnet of National News Agency, Kalpana Maharjan of Mega Television , Rojita Buddhacharya of Nepal Television and Deurali Chamling, a freelancer, reached atop the Everest, said the official. However, another climber Priya Laxmi Karki of News 24 Television, abandoned her bid ..
Taj Mahal still among top 10 landmarks in world, Asia: Study
The iconic monument of love, Taj Mahal in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, has been ranked sixth in the world and second in Asia's top landmarks for 2018, Travellers' Choice awards for Landmarks by TripAdvisor. The majestic mausoleum that is the most beautiful example of Mughal architecture, continued to feature among the top 10 list of the Travellers' Choice most spectacular landmarks in the world and Asia this year. The rankings are determined using an algorithm that took into account the quantity and quality of reviews and ratings for landmarks worldwide, gathered over a 12-month period, on TripAdvisor platform. This year 759 landmarks across 68 countries and eight regions across the globe were taken into consideration. Angkor Wat in Siem Reap, Cambodia, was voted number one among the top 10 Travellers' Choice Landmarks followed by Plaza de Espana in Seville, Spain, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center in Abu Dhabi, St Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, Italy, Mezquita Cathedral de ...
Everest's Hillary Step now a 'slope': climbers
Mount Everest's Hillary Step -- a rocky outcrop just below the summit -- is now a slope, say climbers who recently returned from the mountain. The condition of the rock face named after Everest's first summiteer Edmund Hillary has been the subject of intense speculation since climbers last year declared it had gone. Others disagreed saying fresh snowfall had caused the confusion. Mountaineers returning from the summit this month have unanimously said that what was once a near-vertical 12 metre rock face is now a gradual snowy slope and makes the final ascent quicker and easier. "The Hillary Step is not like we've known it to be," said Nepali guide Dawa Phinjo Lama Bhote, one of seven climbers AFP spoke to. "A big stone of about five metres is gone. The area is now easier to climb," added the seven-time Everest summiteer. The step formed part of a narrow, exposed ridge connecting Everest's south summit (8,749 metres) with the true summit (8,848 metres). Hillary and Tenzing Norgay ...
Top 5 fitness equipment you can buy on EMI
Fitness is a key to healthy living. With today's fast-paced lifestyle and irregular eating habits, obesity has spread in the world like an epidemic. While eating right is the best way to keep fit, nothing can replace physical exercise.If going to gym and fitness clubs intimidates you or if lack of time is not letting you join one, then buying a fitness equipment's can be the best alternative to skipping physical exercise completely. The technologically advanced fitness gadgets and equipment not only help you to shed some calories but also motivate you to work out and stay fit.Some fitness gadgets/equipment may seem out of your reach due to their high cost but do not let the financial crunch come in your way to fitness. With Bajaj Finserv EMI Network, you can buy your favorite fitness gadgets/equipment with easy payment option.Bajaj Finance Ltd., the lending arm Bajaj Finserv is offering attractive EMI financing option during their #FitForLife Fest. The fest will offer fitness and ...
Netherlands PM to visit India
Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Netherlands Mark Rutte will embark on a two-day visit to India on May 24 and 25.On May 24, he is expected to arrive India around 9 am. He is then scheduled to visit the Palam Air Force Station (AFS).Rutte will meet the Business Delegation at Hotel Taj Diplomatic and then participate in the Clean Ganga Event at Hotel ITC Maurya.Around 12 pm the same day, he will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Hyderabad House where they are expected to sign ISA agreements and Press Statements.Rutte will depart for Bengaluru the same night.On May 25, he will arrive at Kempegowda International Airport. He is scheduled to meet Governor of Karnataka, Vajubhai Rudabhai Vala.He is scheduled to visit Shell Technology Centre and ISRO in Bengaluru. Around 10 in the night, he will leave for Netherlands.
Tamil Nadu: Locals dig up sandy terrain for drinking water
Locals residing on coastal hamlet in Tamil Nadu's Dhanushkodi town of Arichal Munai are forced to dig up sandy terrain in order to procure drinking water to meet their daily needs.Approximately 650 fishermen families live in Dhanushkodi, who have been dealing with this crisis for the past thirty years."We have no other way to get water. This problem has been prevailing for the past 30 years. The government has not done anything as yet in this regard. It is also difficult for us to access drinking water especially during summer," a local said."We usually have to dig up the sand and strain it through a piece of cloth when placing it in the container," the local added.
DQ Entertainment signs exclusive deal with Chiliad Procons
To open multiple indoor themed parks around DQE's IPs such as the Jungle Book, Peter Pan & Robinhood
This Hyderabad trust distributes Iftar food, rations to poor during Ramzan
A non-profitable trust in Hyderabad, Zaheer Uddin Khan Memorial Trust serves Iftar to more than 500 poor people daily and distributs ration to over one thousand poor families who can't afford it.Mohammad Azhar, member of Zaheer Uddin Khan Memorial Trust said, "In this month of Ramzan we serve food for Iftar to poor people including children from poor families who can't afford it. They come here after their Roza (Fast) and eat. More than 500 poor people visit here daily to consume food. We serve food for all 30 days"."Our trust also distributes ration to over1000 poor families in Ramzan. We provide all this help from our own income," Azhar told ANI.Mohammad Shafi Ulla, a beneficiary of the trust, said, "It's very appreciative that they distribute ration to so many families, even I and my family receive ration from this trust and we also come here to consume Iftar food daily during the month of Ramzan.
Prez visits Himachal tourism restaurant in Shimla
President Ram Nath Kovind today took everyone by surprise by visiting a restaurant run by Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation in Shimla and had snacks there. On his return from Peterhoff after attending a civic reception, Kovind and his wife Sarita visited Ashiana restaurant and they had tea and snacks there, officials said. A large number of people gathered around the restaurant to see the president, who greeted them and also paid the bill. The president's motorcade was parked on the Ridge road. Realising that his motorcade was causing inconvenience to people, President Kovind ordered officials to reduce the number of vehicles from 17 to four. He also took a round of the Mall Road and purchased two books from Minerva Book Shop. The staff at the restaurant was overwhelmed by the surprise visit and by the president's gesture to pay the bill. The restaurant's manager said it was an honour to have the president as guest. President Kovind is on a six-day sojourn to Shimla.
Surfing in the ocean at Tokyo Olympics - ISA president
Surfing at the 2020 Olympic Games will take place in the ocean and not in an artifical wave pool, according to the International Surfing Association (ISA). "With the support of the ISA, the IOC and the Tokyo 2020 organisers have determined that surfing will take place in the ocean in Tokyo, at Tsurigasaki Beach in Chiba," ISA president Fernando Aguerre told AFP today. "The organising committee has not indicated anything to us about the possibility of changing their plan, so we are planning for the chosen location in the ocean." Iconic American surfer Kelly Slater unveiled his concept of an artifical wave pool in May during a competition organised with the World Surf League (WSL), who run the pro circuit. Slater had hinted that a similar project could see the day in Tokyo, WSL executive Sophie Goldschmidt adding at the time that she hoped Olympic organisers would consider using the American's artifical wave pool because the ocean waves were not good at that time in Japan. But ...