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DMRC acted against consultant, officials for lapses in implementing airport metro project: Govt
Delhi Metro authorities have taken action against the consultant and engineers involved in executing the Airport Express Metro Line for alleged lapses, including providing 'unfit' track fittings for the project, the government told Rajya Sabha today. In a written reply to a question, Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has informed the ministry that the track fittings provided by concessionaire are "not fit" for trains to be run at more than 80 kmph, even though the prescribed limit on the metro line is 120 kmph. The DMRC, however, has informed the ministry that irregularities have not been found in the terms and conditions of the Delhi Airport Express Metro Line. "Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. has informed that accountability was fixed on the consultant, the civil contractor and DMRC officials who were involved in the execution of the project. "As an outcome, the consultant, who was the engineer for the project, forfeited ...
Japan lifts travel advisory for citizens visiting Meghalaya
Japan has lifted travel advisories issued to its citizens visiting the Khasi and Jaintia Hills region, Meghalaya Governor Ganga Prasad said today. "The Raj Bhavan received a communication from the Japanese Embassy on that the Government of Japan has lowered the level of travel advisory for East Khasi Hills, Ri-Bhoi, West Jaintia Hills and East Jaintia Hills districts. This will open up Meghalaya's four districts to Japanese visitors and tourists and enhance the people-to-people contacts as well as economic exchanges between Japan and Meghalaya, Prasad said in a statement. The decision was taken as a follow up of the requests made by the governor to the Ambassador of Japan when he met him here on May 7, the statement said. The advisory was in place for devades owing to the law and order situation in the state. The Governor expressed hope that the tourism industry in the state of Meghalaya will get a fillip due to this positive development. The beautiful hill state, ...
8-month pregnant woman gang-raped by 8 men in Maharashtra
A shocking case of an eight-month pregnant woman from Satara being gang-raped by eight men in Sangli has come to light. Taking serious note, the Maharashtra State Commission for Women on Thursday sought a report from the local police.
Stalin visits restaurant attacked by DMK members, offers compensation
DMK leader M.K. Stalin on Thursday visited a restaurant whose owner and employees were attacked by party members and offered to pay for the damages, an act that won the heart of the proprietor.
Relish mouth-watering sweet in summer at this Nissei's cafe
The influx of foreign tourist has increased exponentially over the years in Japan. A majority of them cherish the traveling moments despite the scorching heat.With such heat, frozen dessert companies are finding an opportunity to promote their products as a measure to beat the summer heat."Dolci cafe Silkream", located in Shibuya, has become a popular joint amidst foreign tourists. This is the flagship shop of "Nissei Company" which first introduced soft serve ice cream in Japan in 1951."Nissei Company" has strived with pride of the pioneer to penetrate soft serve ice cream in the Japanese market for about half a century.The company has mastered this art to penetrate soft serve ice cream in the Japanese market for about half a century. The market dominance has made the company a sole proprietor for the supply of all products related to soft serve ice cream, including cone cups; soft serve mix, and freezers in Japan.Hiroaki Matsushima, a staff of the company said, "People buy and eat ..
Red tape 'sinks' Goa's amphibious bus project
Goa Tourism Minister Manohar Ajgaonkar on Thursday told the state legislative assembly that the bidder selected for the amphibious bus service project has backed out due to the inordinate delay in obtaining the requisite permissions.
Stalin comforts hotel staff attacked by party members
DMK leader M.K. Stalin on Thursday visited the R.R. Anbu Biryani restaurant here and comforted the owner and employees who were attacked by party members over the weekend.
Don't forget to carry right bags in rainy season
Bags play a very important role in your monsoon fashion statement. From your airport look to after office party, they never forget to help you to keep the fashion quotient high. During the monsoon, the travel bag is a must-have before you step out of your house, so make sure you are selecting it wisely.
Two killed as truck falls into gorge in J-K
Two persons were killed when a truck skidded off the road and rolled down into a deep gorge in Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban district today, police said. The deceased were identified as truck driver Irshad Ahmed and his helper Muneer Ahmed, they said. The truck was on its way to Dharamkund from Kohli, they added.
Art deco furniture of 20th century Mumbai at Saffronart's Design sale
Furniture pieces highlighting the art deco style of 20th century Mumbai will go under the hammer at Saffronart's upcoming 'The Design Sale'. The annual auction, to be held on August 8 and 9, will feature 59 lots of furniture including cabinets, tables, and seating among others. "Brought to India through royal families and trade merchants, the Art Deco aesthetic influenced not just the architectural facade of Mumbai, but its interiors as well," Saffronart said. The 20 art deco lots include a display cabinet made out of teak wood with glass and brass hardware (Rs 75,000 - 95,000), an ebonised teak secretarial desk with brass hardware (Rs 1.1 1.3 lakhs) and a teak and rosewood hat and umbrella stand (Rs 25,000 - 45,000) among others. Also featured in the sale are chairs, tables and desks that heralded the arrival of modernist architecture in post-Independent India. "Their iconic style, rooted in attention to functionality and comfort, provides an interesting contrast to the intricately .
Marriott International unveils Sheraton Grand Chennai Resort and Spa
Marriott International today announced the opening of Sheraton Grand Chennai Resort and Spa, here.This stunning resort property will join the brand's premier tier of exceptional Sheraton hotels globally, recognized for their enticing destinations, distinguished designs and excellence in service and guest experiences.Located along the scenic East Coast Road of Tamil Nadu, overlooking the pristine Bay of Bengal, the property is spread over 10 acres of land, that includes beautiful, landscaped gardens that open on to miles of virgin beach sands and an endless ocean.Deriving inspiration from the 4S's - Sun, Sand, Sea and Southern India, the architecture and design in the resort eloquently represents the lilting waves, shimmering sands and vast greenery. Rich wood accents, soothing colour palettes, intricate tapestry and the inclusion of copper displayed throughout the property, subtily depict local elements that capture the charm of the city.With expansive views of the Sea dominating this
Give transformation to your home without burning pocket
Rising industries has given reasons for job seekers to move away from home and often settle for single, small spaces in a different city. At times, it could be challenging make such rooms a cozy and comfortable place to live in and on top of that buying furniture and other interior elements to set up those cozy nooks could cost a fortune. So do some smart deals.
'Game of Thrones' castle on sale for less than USD 1 million
The final season of "Game of Thrones" will not be on the horizon till next year but fans can now bid to live in the realm of Westeros by purchasing a castle featured on the show. According to EW, the Gosford Castle, that was used to portray the Riverrun castle on the HBO series, is up for sale online by Maison real estate and is accepting offers over USD 656,452. The 19th-century country house in Northern Ireland, was first shown in the third season of "GOT" as the former seat of House Tully and later as the home to House Frey. The real structure was built in the mid-1800s by the second Earl of Gosford, Archibald Acheson, and housed the Earls of Gosford through 1921. From being used as a prisoner of war camp (both during World War II and later the Northern Ireland Conflict), a storage facility for public records, a barracks for soldiers, to a hotel, the castle appears to have seen it all. The property boasts of 15 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, but needs heating fixed. Gosford has been ...
Indian travellers prefer domestic destinations: Report
Indian travellers are preferring domestic destinations over the international ones, with 68 per cent hotel searches made for cities within the country, a report by travel search engine Kayak said today. International destinations, on the other hand, got just 32 per cent share in hotel searches, it added. Puducherry was found to be the most preferred domestic destination, with a 250 per cent year-on-year increase in hotel searches. Calangute in Goa is close behind, with a 201 per cent increase, while other trending destinations include Coorg in Karnataka and Munnar in Kerala. New Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru were the most popular hotel destinations for short stays (one-three days), it said. The report is based on searches conducted on Kayak platform between June 1, 2016 and December 31, 2017, for travel between January 1, 2017 and December 31, 2017. Meanwhile, the most popular region for Indians when searching for hotels is Asia, with as many as 80 per cent of all hotel ...
Feel sad to see Kolkata's deterioration: Oberoi
Expressing concern over Kolkata's "deteriorating" condition, hospitality major EIH Ltd's Executive Chairman P.R.S. Oberoi on Wednesday said "no real development" was taking place in the city.
Mumbai's art-deco furniture take centresatge in online auction
India's rich design history will be reflected in Saffronart's annual design sale as 59 lots of furniture from across the country will be up for grabs in an online auction.
Reinvent your dining room decor
Want to redo your dining room but dont know where to start? Lighting, wallpaper, artwork, and a new dining table are a good place to start, say experts.
City deteriorating, no real devp taking place : PRS Oberoi
P R S Oberoi, executive chairman of EIH Limited which runs the Oberoi and Trident hospitality brands, today said that Kolkata as a city is "deteriorating and no real development is taking place". Oberoi, who was in the city to attend the company's AGM, told reporters that the Oberoi Grand hotel here is the oldest owned property of EIH and he had spent a substantial portion of his life in the city. "I had spent a substantial portion of my life in Kolkata. I feel sad when I come back. The city is deteriorating. No real development taking place here", he said. Oberoi said that he had written to the city mayor six to eight months ago to clear the pavements along the entire Chowringhee area, where the hotel is located, of hawkers. But there was no response. "Six to eight months ago, I had written to mayor of the city corporation to clear the pavements of hawkers. The pavements do not look clean. But there is no response", he said. Traffic in the city has become worse. But ...
Why the Walled City of Jaipur deserves World Heritage recognition
Steeped in royal splendour and untouched beauty, the Walled City of Jaipur is once again excited to mark its presence on the world map with Union Minister for Culture Mahesh Sharma informing the Rajya Sabha that the city is the next proposed site for UNESCO World Heritage recognition.
Statue of Hindu Goddess found in Tripura
A 2.5 feet high and 1.5 feet wide statue of a Hindu Goddess, made of stone, was discovered when some labourers were digging earth to construct a pandal at Udaipur in Tripura's Gomati district, officials said today. The statue was discovered yesterday, near a water body called Jagannath Dighi, when some people were digging earth to construct a pandal for the upcoming Durga Puja festival, the District Magistrate (DM) of Gomati, Tarun Kanti Debnath, said. "The statue was found five feet below the surface. It appears to be an ancient statue of a Hindu Goddess. The police is protecting the statue at present and the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has been called to inspect it," the district magistrate said. "People started worshipping the statue before I reached the spot. I respect their reverence but they can't be assured to retain the statue. The ASI experts will examine the statue and submit a report on its archaeological and antique value," the district magistrate ...