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Freedom Hyderabad 10k Run Proves a Huge hit Once Again
/ -- 25th November 2018 saw an overwhelming participation from the people of Hyderabad. The Hyderabad 10K Run, sponsored by Freedom Healthy Oil, an flagship brand of Gemini Edibles and Fats India Pvt. Ltd. (GEF India) was attended by more than 15,000 runners. Freedom Healthy Oil offers a wide range of superior cooking oils and inspires the consumers to eat what they love but in the form of quality food. Each type of oil from Freedom comes with a set of health benefits. Freedom Hyderabad 10K Run was all about health & fitness. A swarm of enthusiasts from across the city gathered near the beautiful Hussain Sagar Lake. The flag-off was graced by Mr. Jayesh Ranjan, IT Secretary, Dana Kishore, GHMC Commissioner, Tollywood celebrities like Tamanna, Rasi Khanna, Sundeep Kishan and other notable personalities. Post the event, trophies and cash prizes were given to the top performers and medals were awarded to all the finishers. During the award ceremony, P Chandra Shekhara Reddy, Vice ...
Footwear to nail your winter look
Footwear adds the final touch to a winter outfit. Ensure choosing something that is both comfortable and stylish.
Christmas swastikas: German museum views ornaments over time
The German Historical Museum has opened an exhibit in Berlin chronicling how Christmas tree ornaments since the 19th century have reflected the times, from traditional baubles to swastikas and other Nazi emblems promoted under Adolf Hitler. The exhibition titled "Angel, Swastika, Dome of the Rock: Christmas Tree Decorations from the 19th Century Until Today" opened Friday and runs through March 3. The museum says the modest one-room exhibit looks at the ornaments as objects of popular culture, "both banal and beautiful." In Germany, "the Nazi regime politically appropriated the illuminated Christmas tree" and sought to supplant Christian symbols with its own, seeking to promote the idea of a "Nordic Yule festival" instead of traditional Christmas. The exhibit also looks at World War I and communist East German traditions, among others.
Girl, fiance attempt suicide at Ghaziabad hotel
A 19-year-old girl and her fiance allegedly attempted suicide on Friday at a hotel in Kotwali area of Ghaziabad.After consuming poison, the girl identified as Pooja, a resident of Delhi died on the spot while her fiance Subodh is said to be in a critical condition.As per the police investigation, they both checked in the hotel around 1.30 am on Friday. The incident came into limelight when the duo called hotel's staff for help as they started feeling uneasy after consuming poison.According to police, the duo allegedly took the extreme step as their marriage was postponed due to some dispute between their families.The matter is under investigation and further details are awaited.
Rajnath Singh to inaugurate Hornbill fest in Nagaland on Dec 1
Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh is set to inaugurate on Saturday the 19th edition of Hornbill Festival in Nagalands Kisama village, around 12 km from the state capital, a top tourism department official said. Nagaland Governor P B Acharya will be the chief host on the occasion, while US Ambassador to India, Kenneth I Juster, has been invited as the guest of honour, Akhale Vizol, the additional director of the state tourism department, said. The Nagaland government has earmarked Rs 5 crore for the festival, which will culminate on December 10. The celebrations and programmes have been scheduled in five districts of the state Kohima, Dimapur, Mokokchung, Phek and Wokha, she said. The annual festival unites one and all, while promoting the tourism prospects of the state, Vizol told reporters here. The fest aims to display the rich traditions and the vibrant culture of Nagaland through colourful performances, crafts, sports, food fairs, games and ceremonies, the ...
Second Tejas train to run between Chennai and Madurai
The second feature-rich Tejas superfast express train will be operated between Chennai and Madurai, a senior official said Friday. The coaches of the fully air-conditioned train equipped with modern entertainment system, modular toilets, smart windows, GPS-based passenger information system among other features had been produced at the Integral Coach Factory here. "This is the first time that we have manufactured an ultra-modern train for Tamil Nadu," the ICF official said at the launch of the swanky coaches. The first Tejas train is being operated between Mumbai and Goa since last year. The second train was initially earmarked for the Northern Railway, but had now been alloted to the Southern Railway, the official said. It would be operated in the busy Chennai-Madurai route and the date of launch of the new service and the schedule would be announced later by the Southern Railway, he said. It would have 23 chair car and executive class coaches, which are fitted with LED .
UNO Chicago Bar & Grills opens in Swabhumi, Kolkata
The Iconic American Bar & Grill Experience of Uno® Chicago Bar & Grill, known for its legendary authentic Culinary Heritage and its strong artisan based Craft Culture in food and beverages, is all set to open its second restaurant in India on November 25th in Kolkata at Swabhumi.The generously spaced 250 cover restaurant is spread over three floors and has been designed to deliver Eat-entrainment driven Smart Dining for the entire Family through pairing of Cuisine, Bar, Music & Entertainment. The Uno® Chicago Bar & Grill India restaurant, is located at Swabhumi, which is a comprehensive recreational center that resonates the charm of Kolkata's heritage.Uno® Chicago Bar & Grill's entry in India coincides with its 75 years of successful global operations. Being a pioneer in this segment, Uno® is bringing its legacy of their creation - the Deep Dish Pizza and a signature Nuevo American Cuisine deeply mindful of wellness and hand crafted excellence. The first ...
Odisha sand art festival begins on Saturday
Odisha's popular International Sand Art Festival will kick off here on Saturday, said an official on Friday.
SC notice to Ramdev against HC order restraining publication, sale of 'Godman To Tycoon'
The Supreme Court on Friday issued a notice to yoga guru Ramdev on a plea challenging the Delhi High Court order which had restrained the sale and publication of a book, 'Godman To Tycoon', purportedly containing defamatory content on his life.The top court has posted the matter for hearing in January 2019.Last month, the high court had stayed the publication of the book on Ramdev after the yoga guru claimed that it had content which was defamatory.Authored by journalist Priyanka Pathak Narain, the book documents the life of the yoga guru-turned entrepreneur.
Foodhall expands its footprint in the National Capital Region
Foodhall, a premium lifestyle food superstore by Future Group, has expanded its footprint in the National Capital Region with a new store in Gurugram Two Horizon, Sector 43, Golf Course Road. The answer to every gourmand's love for global cuisine, the new Foodhall store promises to deliver an international food shopping experience to shoppers.With the goal of providing food connoisseurs quality, premium taste, and a world-class food shopping experience, Foodhall has established its presence in the market.The Foodhall at Two Horizon in Gurugram also has a unique cafe where customers are introduced to the distinctive way of eating off the shelf. They can hand pick a fresh ingredient of their choice from the shelves, say, a mixed bowl of salad, a ready to eat avocado or a cheese of their choice and have the chef create your Asian quinoa bowl, or a yummy guacamole etc. There is a special thrill in eating fresh and healthy snacks, cooked by an expert chef right there and then before ...
Toxic Lounge & Bar all set to groove Delhiites with big gigs this season
Delhi's nightlife is evolving, and to add to this, there is innovation set to hit the town with Toxic Lounge & Bar. When restaurateur Sushil Kumar unveiled the first look of Toxic Bar & Lounge in Saket recently, it was a night high on food and drinks.Brainchild of Sushil Kumar, Toxic Lounge & Bar derives its inspiration from the objectives of having the best experience where there is no scope to compromise on any of the thing that makes the dining or party experience memorable.Toxic Lounge & Bar takes pride in introducing it as the biggest place of Saket bringing along the biggest dance floor & bar.Sushil Kumar says, "It is the blend of International looking lounge with versatile interiors, drinks and dining experience which will surely be a great experience. Toxic Lounge & Bar is different in its approach as guests can experience cafe till evening, fine dining in late evening hours and can also sink in the lounge mood. Magnum in its size, grand with its ...
14-year Old Helps 300 Amputees Walk Again
/ -- - 9th grader Veer Agrawal raises Rs.14 lacs to fund artificial limb fitment for about 300 physically challenged patients from low income families Veer Agrawal, a 9th grade student from American School of Bombay, was all smiles on the successful completion of the four-day 'Jaipur Foot' camp for which he had raised funds to the tune of Rs.14 lakhs. The funds raised enabled the 'Jaipur Foot' camp held at Risod in Washim district of Maharashtra from 23rd to 26th November, organised by Seth Bhagwandas J Agrawal Charitable Trust. About 350 physically challenged people from nearby districts visited the camp, out of which about 300 were found fit for the treatment with prosthetic leg and were able to walk again. Over a dozen were also provided with wheel-chairs. (Photo: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/791504/Jaipur_Foot_Camp.jpg ) Expressing his joy at helping people regain their mobility, Veer Agrawal said, "A road accident some years ago resulted in a thigh bone fracture that left me
Angela Merkel's plane headed to G-20 makes emergency landing
The plane carrying German Chancellor Angela Merkel to Argentina's Capital Buenos Aires for G-20 summit had to make an emergency landing at Cologne airport here on Thursday due to problems in the electronic system of the aircraft.Sputnik quoted German media sources which informed that Merkel's Airbus A340-313X VIP nicknamed the "Konrad Adenauer" had to cancel its 15 hours journey because of "a technical problem".Firefighters awaited the plane on the runway in the western German city of Cologne as the plane was forced to perform a "hard landing" just an hour after takeoff since it had not drained its 15-hours worth of fuel.The pilot reportedly decided that it was best to switch planes and then continue their trip instead of waiting for repairs in the aircraft.Meanwhile, the crews of the Airbus are working to replace the machine which is reported to have some problem.German media at the same time confirmed that Merkel will be late to the Argentinian capital, Sputnik reported.
Irish swimmer makes waves; covers Alibaug-Mumbai in 7.51 hours
Irish swimmer Ned Denison swam from the coastal town of Alibaug in adjoining Raigad district to the Gateway of India here Wednesday just for "fun" as he completed the 36-km sea distance in 7 hours and 51 minutes. The 61-year-old swimmer's journey was overseen by an official appointed by the Swimming Federation of India. Denison covered the distance in 7 hours and 51 minutes, he said. "It was a good swim. I was friends with (Marathon swimmer from India) Shubham Vanmali, who wrote an email to me and said 'why don't you come to Mumbai and swim'. "I booked my ticket (to India) and came here but I still don't know why I was doing it. I did it (undertook the swim) for fun," Denison told PTI from Jaipur, a day after he achieved the feat. The swimmer from Ireland claimed he has done 48 marathon swims across the World. He said the swim from Alibaug to Gateway of India was a "challenge and one of the warmest swims" he had undertaken in his career.
Shimla gets multi-storey parking to ease traffic congestion
Himachal Pradesh Chief minister Jai Ram Thakur inaugurated Thursday a 13-storey car parking facility with capacity to house 850 vehicles in Shimla. The multi-storey parking at Tutikandi area near ISBT, built at the cost of Rs 82 crore, aims to ease the traffic congestion and attract more tourists to Shimla. At the occasion, the CM said the parking complex was one of the biggest projects in the popular hill station. The project was sanctioned during the tenure of former chief minister Prem Kumar Dhumal. A new lift connecting Kart Road to Mall Road was also scheduled to be inaugurated along with the multi-level parking facility, but it was delayed due to some technical issues. The state government has also invested Rs 8 cr in renovation of the Town Hall building which the CM said is the unique selling point of Shimla apart from the Gaiety Theatre. The CM also mentioned about renovation of the Bantony Castle at the cost of Rs 26 cr with the Asian Development Bank's assistance.
Outrage after woman asked to breastfeed baby in mall washroom
A woman trying to breastfeed her 7-month-old baby in a prominent city mall was allegedly asked by its employees to do it in a washroom, triggering outrage on the social media following which the mall authorities expressed regret. In the Facebook page of the mall, she said she was also turned away by a number of stores on different floors to use their trial rooms before being finally allowed by a garment store on the second floor on November 27. The woman said she lives in Behala, which is several kilometres away from the mall. After she narrated her ordeal, the mall initially responded in a nonchalant manner. "Funny you found this to be an issue because breastfeeding is not allowed on the floor for a number of reasons..... this big place that we have is meant for shopping(.) so with all due respect madam please make sure you do your home chores at your home and not in the mall or at least plan it before hand," the mall's management replied in a post. The authorities, ...
France's Louvre Museum to offer free evening visits
The Louvre Museum will start offering free evening visits on a monthly basis in 2019, a spokesperson for the prestigious art museum said on Thursday.
Indian Army concludes rafting expedition at Rishikesh
Keeping the spirit of adventure alive, soldiers of the Indian Army concluded Thursday a white water rafting expedition at Rishikesh in Uttarakhand. The team successfully completed the 'Cockerel Gunners' expedition, 150 km in the Ganga river over four days, an official release said. It passed through many rapids across a stretch which is popular among the white water adventure sport admirers. The expedition had begun Monday from Rudraprayag, with a team comprising 20 adventure enthusiasts of the Medium Regiment.
Bajaj drives in new Pulsar 150 Neon at Rs 64,998
Bajaj Auto Thursday launched an upgraded version of its 150 cc bike Pulsar 150 Neon priced at Rs 64,998 (ex-showroom Delhi). The all new Pulsar 150 Neon 2019 collection comes with with a sporty appeal and is for customers looking at a bike with size and performance above the 100-110 cc offerings. "The Pulsar 150 Neon, with its fresh new looks, outstanding road presence and proven performance is set to be the first choice for any customer willing to move beyond a 100/110 cc bike," Bajaj Auto President (Motorcycles) Eric Vas said in a statement. The bike comes with 14PS of power.
Ranveer, Deepika all smiles at Mumbai wedding reception
A grand floral set-up, multi-cuisine menu, old Bollywood melodies and an ever-smiling couple. Newly wed actors Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh's exuded charm and joy as they personally greeted over a thousand guests at a reception party here.