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Top 5 tablet PCs to win your Valentine's heart
Here's what your partner is dreaming of this Feb 14. Guys, here's what you should ask for!
VOTE: Anushka, Deepika, Sonam? Your HOTTEST V-Day date
If you could take a famous personality out on Valentine's Day, who would it be -- Katrina, Ranbir, Virat? Vote for your dream date and let us know!
Zarabol: Are you boycotting Valentine's Day?
Are you against celebrating Valentine's Day too? Post your reasons, opinions and comments with other readers on the Zarabol Boycott Valentine's Day Page on rediff!
BEWARE: These Indian cities DON'T love lovers!
Here's a list of Indian cities and towns we've compiled, based on reported incidents, that don't tolerate young lovers cosying up in public places!
Life Sutras: Be a chronic optimist no matter what!
Citing a column by noted writer-humourist Khushwant Singh, we asked readers to mail us their 'Life Sutras' -- principles to lead life to the fullest. Here is the first set of responses.
How Microsoft plans to regain its lost glory in 2012
US-based reader Rangaprabhu Parthasarthy features four key elements that he predicts will help Microsoft emerge as a force to reckon with in 2012 in response to our reader invite.
YOUR secrets to living life to the fullest
Share your mantras for living life to the full with us, and other readers. Tell us how you stay happy and healthy, serene and full of life.
Chinese New Year predictions: 2012, Year of the Dragon!
On the occasion of Chinese New Year today, we bring you a look at what 2012, the Year of the Dragon has in store for you!
Photos: A look at Nokia Lumia 900
It's the most powerful Nokia Windows Phone but lacks that unique differentiating factor to get a lead in an Android dominated market.
Top 25 most searched phones in India
The information related to what other mobile consumers are searching for will be quite handy for those who want to purchase a new mobile phone.
Jaipur Literature Festival: 10 books to carry
With Jaipur Literature Festival around the corner, we list out ten of our most favourite books by the visiting authors.
Top 5: Gaming smartphones in India
Many new gaming smartphones have been launched in the market since last october. Here is a list which will help you identify the best gaming device for your needs.
REVEALED: Why men want sex and women need love!
Relationship guru Allan Pease offers advice to men wondering about the question that has haunted mankind forever and offers a cheeky take on how women and men are indeed from different planets.
DEATH of SMS: Why you may NEVER have to text again!
With IP-based messaging services like iMessage, BBM Messenger, Facebook Messenger and Google Plus Messenger becoming a hit with smartphone users their dependence on short messaging services to communicate is losing sheen. But is that reason enough for telecom operators to worry? Or is there a silver lining?
Top 5: Sites to visit during the Wikipedia blackout!
So the mother of all information websites has been blacked out for a good 24 hours. Here's a list of sites you can visit to cross check all your details, do your research and submit that project you've been sitting on till the last minute.
PICS: HOT smartphones and tablets at CES 2012
Here's a quick glance at what's happening at CES 2012.
'My girlfriend is nagging me to marry her right away'
Is your love life under pressure? Are you troubled by your relationship? Get Ahead's Love Guru hosted a chat with readers on January 12 to help them deal with love problems. For those of you who missed it, here's the transcript.
Photos: 5 showstoppers at Auto Expo 2012
The 2012 Auto Expo saw a lot of new bikes but what were the real showstoppers? It's time we do a quick round up to find out.
Astrospeak: Your zodiac forecast for 2012!
Here's a look at what the stars predict for the coming months.
Top 12: Amazing gadgets to watch out for in 2012
2012 will see 3D technology and lot more cloud computing technology occupying the consumer mindspace. Here is the list of 12 most amazing gadgets to watch out for in 2012.
PIX: Riding on trains in their chaddis!
A Sunday in early January each year sees New Yorkers board the subway minus their pants -- and other cities across the world are following suit!
How to turn your partner on and get multiple orgasms!
A Dutch documentary maker travels around India to find out the connection between breathing and orgasms, how to croon sexy encouragement in her lover's ear and a lot more.
Happiness must be a woman
Every year gone by is an old friend, who visited us, accompanied us through the annual highs and lows, as we search for that elusive stripper called Happiness.
Aakash Tablet: Why I REGRET buying it!
Rediff.com's Syed Firdaus Ashraf's excitement knew no bounds when he laid his hands on the 'poor man's iPad'. But the supposedly 'revolutionary' and 'game-changing' piece of technology that sells at Rs 2,500 a piece went kaput in 30 minutes flat. Yes, we are talking about the Aakash Tablet PC. Firdaus pours his heart out.
11 start-ups to watch out for in 2012
Forbes India recently released the list of start-ups to watch out for in the year 2012. Read on to know the magazine's list of top 11 promising start-ups.
Top mobile trends of 2011 in India
Here is a look at the mobile industry's performance in the year gone by and how it will perform in 2012.
Top 5 smartphones that record amazing videos
Top smartphones that can record videos at 1080p HD quality.
TOP 10 tech trends to watch out for in 2012
Here is a sneak preview of some of the biggest trends we'll witness in the tech world this year.
Looking back at 2011: A cricket fan is born!
As the year draws to a close, looking back at every little event that has made 2011 memorable, the World Cup Victory seems to take the cake; for me it was the night when a cricket fan was born, says Get Ahead reader Apurva Bose Dutta.
Top 5 music phones under Rs 5,000
We have chosen five phones that offer a good balance of price and music apart from offering ease of use and good battery life.
TOP 12: The best Google doodles of 2011
The engine giant's innovative way of observing landmark events with special doodles has been a big hit with Internet users across the world. We bring you 12 of our favourite doodles of 2011.
Sex and Indians: 20 SHOCKING revelations!
Whether we like to admit it or not, we as a country are pretty obsessed with sex. India Today and Outlook -- two of India's popular news and current affairs magazines throw light on sexual habits of Indians.
BlackBerry PlayBook prices cut by half and more gadget news
Here's all the latest in the world of gadgets and gizmos that you may have missed this month beginning with how Research In Motion is tempting you to buy the PlayBook.
5 ways to attain maximum sexual pleasure
Here is a self-help programme that can train women to have more sexual pleasure, says its developer, Swiss psychotherapist Annina Sartorius.
Share your New Year resolutions with us!
We are asking you, our readers, to share with us your New Year resolutions.
5 ways to overcome your Facebook addiction
If you think that you are addicted to social networking sites -- and it's affecting your school work and grades -- it's time that you beat your addiction. Here are five simple ways to do it...
Six BEST features of Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
Here is a first hand account of the most advanced version of Android operating system.
Top 5: Exclusive lip-smacking vegetarian recipes!
The non-veggies may not agree but vegetarian dishes can indeed be yummy. We bring you an exclusive excerpt from The Heart of the Matter by Gitanjali Gurbaxani with five recipes, which the author has kindly shared with us.
5 things you didn't know you could do with an iPhone
Did you know that your iPhone could scan bar codes and documents, act like a remote control and help students make scientific calculations?
IN PICS: The super-sexy Honda Fury!
Check out the bike that goes from zero to oh-my-god in three seconds.
Nokia Money: Is India ready to switch to mobile payments?
Nokia Money works with basic feature phones. It allows most basic monetary transactions ranging from mobile top-ups to ticket booking, without the necessity of having a bank account. But are we ready?
'India and Canada's judicial systems have a common parentage'
Chanakya Sethi, a student at the Osgoode Hall Law School, York University, Toronto, visited India in April this year to work with Indian Supreme Court's Justice Dalveer Bhandari. His take on the Indian judicial system.
Lost in a Good Book
'I end up reading everything in fiction, but am biased against more 'intellectual' works and non-fiction. I read for pure enjoyment, and if something doesn't interest me -- even if it is at the top of the best-seller lists -- I won't read it.'
At boarding school, Christmas comes early
'The carol service would end with a special rendition of We Wish You A Merry Christmas by the boys just as the girls left for their buses... That would be our last contact with the girls school for the year.' Abhijit Masih recalls that magical time when the spirit of Christmas would be ushered in at boarding school.
PHOTOS: Top 5 camera smartphones
These sexy machines are more like cameras with a mobile phone functionality. Watch out for these super efficent camera phones.
At Rs 2,999, tablet PC Aakash 2 is now up for grabs!
Aakash 2 aka UbiSlate 7 to be tentatively released in January 2012 comes with a better processor and Wi-Fi + 3G option.
Google unveils new Easter Egg 'let it snow'
Google's latest surprise is an Easter Egg that fills your computer screen with snow.
TOP TEN: Fastest rising searches on Google in 2011
A list released by the search engine giant throws light on what Internet users were looking for on Google in the year that went by.
How this AMAZING technology will revolutionise the way we pay!
Get Ahead reader Manmohan Singh explains how NFC technology will revolutionise the way we make secured payments.
Top 5 smartphones under Rs 20,000
While the high-end smartphone segment continues to flood over with new devices, the mid-range segment is at a constant with few new entrants. From this segment of phones we have selected a couple of handsets based on their popularity, features and price.
SHOCKING: A self-confessed serial sexter bares all
What makes sexting so exciting to young women and men? A 21-year-old girl tells LoveMatters.info just that and lists out sexting dos and don'ts. Read on.
10 tips for stress-free Christmas cooking
India's first MasterChef, Pankaj Bhadouria tells us how she manages to stay stress free AND toss up those yummy X'mas delicacies.
IN PICS: 10 years of Bajaj Pulsar
It has been a decade since Bajaj launched its bestselling bike model -- Pulsar. Here's looking back at the bike that changed the way we travel.
Here's why Samsung Galaxy SII scores over iPhone 4S in India
A thorough comparison between the two smashing smartphones. Find out why Galaxy S II takes the cake away from iPhone 4S in India.
PICS: India's most memorable wedding moments
We invited you to share your favourite wedding pics -- here is the next set of responses.
The race of the superbikes: KTM vs Yamaha vs Honda
Here are three superbikes that will be jostling for your attention in the times ahead.
Here's why young Indian couples want to stay in joint families
According to a Shaadi.com survey, more young Indians are looking to get married into joint families. We find out why young couples would give up their personal space to live with the in-laws.
Top 5 POWERFUL smartphones under Rs 10,000
Android smartphones have narrowed into the category of budget-friendly yet powerful feature phones as well.
Five things men WISH women knew!
So you've read tons of guide books on understanding men and you still don't seem to know how they function? We asked a few male celebrities about the five things they wish women knew -- read on as they reveal a few secrets of the male mind!
Cherished memories: Readers share their wedding pictures
We invited you to share your favourite wedding pics -- here is the next set of responses.
Robert Noyce's 84th birthday celebrated with a doodle
The search engine giant honours Intel co-founder Robert Noyce's contribution to technology with a doodle
Book excerpt: Can love happen twice?
We bring you excerpts from the latest book of Penguin India's Metro Reads series.
10 best GPS navigation systems for your car
Explore the world as a global touris with these amazing GPS navigations systems in your car.
Review: Nokia Lumia 800
A spiffy OS, shining more so with the Mango update Nokia Lumia 800 seems far superior. Critically, it again boils down to the pricing bit, and we hope Nokia gets it right.
Google doodles for Mexican painter Diego Rivera
The search engine pays tribute to the greatest Mexican muralist with a doodle.
Top 5 touch-and-type phones under Rs 10,000
So you cannot type on a touchscreen but love it for its navigation? Here are some phones that are just up your alley and aren't very heavy on your pocket too!
First time sex: 'Not like in the movies'
You may have some preconceived notions about the first time you have sex, but the reality can be quite different!
PHOTOS: The sexiest 250cc superbikes in India
A look on some of the 250cc bikes to look out for in 2012.
Hero Impulse now available for Rs 74,730 upwards
Hero MotoCorp's much-awaited first bike after its divorce from Honda is now up for grabs. But will the average Indian biker cough up a premium price for the bike? Find out!
Premature ejaculation: The couple's problem?
It's not men who suffer the consequences of PE -- their partners feel the strain too.
Sweet memories: Readers share their favourite wedding pictures
We invited you to share your favourite wedding pics -- here is the next set of responses.
MUST SEE: Amazing award-winning wildlife photos
Sanctuary Asia magazine recently announced its wildlife photography awards. Here are some of the pictures that got a special mention and the three award-winning pictures. Click on and be amazed!
Gadget review: Should you go for Samsung Galaxy Note?
It is neither the smartphone, as we know it. Nor it is the tablet, as we know it. This is the perfect example of the hybrid device -- slots in perfectly between the smartphone and tablet. While it may not appeal to everyone, the performance boost is undeniable. The Note pricey, but at the same time it is a niche device as well. Meant for those who find a tablet too big, but at the same time, find the 4.0-inch smartphones a little too small!
Photos: These Indians are saving Planet Earth
Bittu Sahgal, Editor, Sanctuary Asia announced the 12th Sanctuary Wildlife Awards, 2011, in Mumbai. Here's the list of the awardees and why they were honoured.
World's first sex school opens in Austria
The Austrian International Sex School in Vienna offers "hands on" lessons in seduction for 1,400 pounds a term.
Review: HTC Radar. Is it good enough?
HTC Radar has elegant aesthetics, sturdy build, a responsive user interface and great camera response. If the pricing is got under Omnia W's price this phone can surely be recommended.
PICS: India shares its favourite wedding moments!
We invited you to share your favourite wedding pics -- here is the next set of responses.
PICS: Favourite wedding moments to cherish
We invited you to share your favourite wedding pics -- here is the next set of responses!
Avoiding India's gropers
It's a problem that, unfortunately, most Indian women have to contend with -- strangers who look for opportune moments to cop a feel.
Top five performance bikes that hit Indian roads in 2011
2011 has been the year of bike launches. There were so many of them (that every week enthusiasts had a reason to rejoice). But what were these launches that made the bikers amongst us so excited? Here's a quick recap.
Top 5 smartphones under Rs 10,000
A glut of new phones last month has brought a sharp fall in prices. We take a look at the top five smartphones.
CHECK OUT: Most memorable wedding pictures!
We invited you to share your favourite wedding pics -- here is the next set of responses!
Google celebrates Mark Twain's 176th birthday with a doodle
The search engine pays tribute to America's greatest humourist on his 176th birthday.
Top 10 smartphones and tablet PCs
You can buy them for your personal use or gift it to someone you love. Here are top 10 smartphones and tablets currently going hot in the market.
PICS: Most romantic shaadi moments
We invited you to share your favourite wedding pics -- here is the next set of responses!
SHOCKING details about Indian men and sex
Chauvinistic? It certainly looks like it -- Indian men don't seem to want to come to terms with women's rights.
PHOTOS: The most memorable wedding moments!
We invited you to share your favourite wedding pics -- here is the next set of responses!
How to cope with those first stressful months of marriage!
If you've been there, done that, share your experiences and advices with couples who are getting hitched this season!
5 smartphones that could BEAT the iPhone 4S are here!
Am I suggesting you not to buy iPhone 4S? A big NO. But yes, I am suggesting you compare the five phones here with the hot-in-market iDevice (read iPhone 4S) before you really buy it draining about Rs 50,000, that too for just a mobile phone.
Dhol baaje: Readers share their wedding pics!
We invited readers to share their favourite wedding pics -- here is the next set of responses!
City of 100,000 weddings: Delhi gears up for the shaadi season!
According to a Wall Street Journal report, on the night of November 27 at least 60,000 couples will be tying the knot in the romantic Delhi winter. As the long season of weddings gets underway, we find out just what this nuptial boom spells out for those in the business of marriage and others who're getting married.
WHO says girls don't like porn?
Studies worldwide show that the market for female-oriented porn is on the rise.
Band baaja baaraat: Readers' wedding pics!
We invited readers to share their favourite wedding pics -- here is the next set of responses!
Notes from Game Developers Conference in Pune
Get Ahead reader Bhautik Joshi attended Nasscom Games Developers Conference 2011 in Pune. His observations on the gaming industry.
The right time to tie the knot? Here is Young India's take!
We spoke to a host of young Indians from across various cities and abroad to get their views on getting hitched -- here's what they think!
POLL: Traits men look for in 'MS PERFECT'!
Two days ago, we brought the ladies a poll asking them to vote for the most desirable characteristics they look for in a man. Now it's the guys' turn to tell us what they like!
Was YOUR wedding astrologically auspicious?
Were you desperate to land an astrologically auspicious date for your wedding? How did it pan out?
Honda Motorcycle launches new variant of Unicorn Dazzler
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) today launched a new variant of its 150 cc bike - CB Unicorn Dazzler, priced up to Rs 66,198 (ex-showroom, Delhi).
PICS: Readers share their favourite wedding moments!
We invited readers to share their favourite wedding pictures. Share yours too!
Share your fave wedding pics!
Got a special photograph that captures the spirit of your big day? Let's see it!
PHOTOS: The best bikes launched in India this year
In a year that saw a number of new motorbikes being launched, here's taking a look at the most excting ones of 2011.
Share pics of your babies with us!
Add photographs of your baby onto our Baby Page!
Hyderabad boys develop Ave, an Android tablet PC at 12,999
A new tablet PC enters into the fray, iPhone 4S becomes the costliest smartphone in India and Motorola RAZR makes its debut in India. All this and more news from the world of gadgets and gaming.
Wedding planning: 'I was anxious to the point of throwing up!'
The big fat Indian wedding season is here! Simki Dutta speaks to some ladies who share their wedding stories and advise those who are planning their own big day.
POLL: Traits women look for in MR RIGHT!
Ladies, vote for the most desirable characteristics you look for in a man!
BIZARRE lawsuits of Apple and its logo
Here's how Apple takes the battle to the doors of those who try to infringe upon its logo design.
Honeymoon impotence: Fears about first time sex
When you're newlywed and getting intimate for the first time, experiencing jitters and nervousness goes with the territory.
Will Hero Maestro BEAT Honda Activa?
According to trade experts Hero MotoCorp's Maestro is going to give a tough competition to Honda Activa.
Gender myths in the bedroom and beyond busted!
For decades, there have been preconceived notions regarding men and women's attitude toward sex. But the findings of a new study are quite surprising!
Louis Daguerre's 224th birthday honoured by Google doodle
French artist-physicist-inventor Louis Daguerre, widely credited for successfully capturing permanent photographs on a commercial scale lines a long list of inventors, artists, scientists that Google honours by showcasing their doodles on their search engine page.
Why virginity pledges don't work
Over 60 percent of teens signing virginity pledges break their promise not to have sex until after marriage.
PHOTOS: The most-awaited performance bike in India
After alot of speculation and assumptions, we finally have the exact specs of the KTM Duke 200, which rolls in as soon as next month. Deliveries are expected to start in January though, and the Duke 200 has what it takes to do what the Pulsar did almost a decade ago. So what makes the Duke 200 tick?
Facebook hacked, users flooded with porn, violent images
It appears, that Facebook has been hacked by an unknown group and the hackers added an enormous number of powerful images which reflects the acts of violence, self-mutilation and pornography, on thousands of Facebook users' Timeline.
Kindle Fire: 4 reasons why it is HOT this holiday season
Four reasons why the Kindle Fire is going to be HOT this holiday season and beat the blue out of Apple iPad.
Children's day India: Google celebrates with a doodle
Keeping with the tradition of celebrating landmark occasions, the search engine giant has yet another doodle on its homepage today.
Internet affairs: Are they worth the risk?
Second Love is a dating website aimed at people who are in a relationship but fancy spicing up their life with an affair or a virtual flirtation. The site claims it doesn't encourage infidelity, it just meets a need. But do the benefits of cheating outweigh the risks?
Restaurant review: Korean cuisine for the soul
Harnoor Channi-Tiwary shares with us her experience at Gung, The Palace in New Delhi.
10 Best Android phones under Rs 10K
The war between Android and iOS may never really end but for those who dig at Android, here are the ten best Android phones under Rs 10,000.
PHOTOS: Bendable phones, foldable screens and digital paper
Appreciate the fact that you are living through a great age for technology. Who knows where we'll be in ten, twenty, or even fifty years from now?
Soon, Google to give search results from minute old events!
An Indian born software engineer at Google Inc. has announced that the company will now provide search results from the most recent events and hot topics.
IN PICS: The lean mean sexy Ducati Monster 795!
Ducati Monster 795, a cheaper version of the 796, will soon be launched in India With prices expected to start around Rs 5,00,000.
PICS: Samsung Galaxy Note launched in India for Rs 34,990
Samsung has launched the Android 2.3.5 Gingerbread-running Galaxy Note in India, following a scheduled webcast, pricing it at Rs 34,990.
REVEALED: What young Indians look for in their life partners!
A recent survey conducted on Shaadi.com points out to some interesting trends in what young women and men increasingly look for in their life partners.
Gadget watch: Why RIM is giving free BlackBerry
Here's the latest that has taken the tech world by storm: from Samsung and Nokia's flexible displays to first Windows 8 smartphone to RIM's offer of free BlackBerry Curve 8520 with PlayBook tablet to the first tablet that will come out with Android Ice Cream Sandwich and more.
How to communicate better with your teen
In an online chat with readers on October 28, Manjiri Gokhale Joshi, author of the book 'Crushes, Careers & Cell phones' addressed reader queries related to tackling teenager problems, parenting and more. For those who missed the live chat, here's the unedited transcript.
PIX: A place for beer, bad food and lovely memories
A Ganesh Nadar mourns the demise of Sea View, his favourite restaurant and a part of his most endearing moments and quirky memories
10 USEFUL iPhone, iPad apps for students
Here are 10 insanely useful apps to make life easier and more efficient for students.
Sexual arousal: How to get in sync with your partner
If you're looking forward to a good night's sleep and your partner's looking forward to a good night's sex, you need to get in sync!
PICS: Lumia, Nokia's first Windows phone in India before Xmas
The first Nokia Windows phones have finally arrived, as expected at Nokia World -- the Lumia 800 and 710, fresh with Mango (WP 7.5) onboard. The devices, sharing similar specs, are expected to hit stores in Europe starting November, followed by India, Hong Kong, Russia, Singapore and Taiwan before the end of the year.
Legend has it...The stories behind Diwali!
Sumit Rajwade and Abhishek Mande discover little-known Diwali stories.
Lighting a diya for a memory
The bond forged with a mad man during a childhood Diwali still haunts Shishir Bhate.
Squeezing Diwali into a work day
It might not be akin to the festivities in her native Delhi, but Sonia Kumar makes the most of Diwali in Chicago.
Diwali recipe: Cashew Pakodas!
We invited readers to share festive recipes with us -- here's a response!
FIVE totally simple and really cool Diwali decoration ideas
Shifra Menezes lists out a few fun decoration ideas to user in the festival of lights.
BlackBerry Curve 9360: The expensive Apollo has landed
Straightaway, the Curve 9360 impresses with its extremely sleek form factor and the new OS7, which offers some features and performance updates. However, visually, there is really no difference between the OS6 and the OS7.
Reminiscing Diwali: A season of longing and hope
After running through rebellion and nostalgia, Abhishek Mande brings the festivities home this year.
Gifting ideas this Diwali: Charity, chocolates and more!
Avni Mehrotra speaks to a few folks and suggests gifting ideas for this festive week.
Special Diwali recipes from India's FIRST MasterChef
Pankaj Bhadouria, winner of Masterchef India shares with us these special Diwali recipes. Read on!
Fireworks, fun and more Diwali photos!
Share your favourite Diwali snapshots with us!
PICS: Hero MotoCorp launches Impulse at Rs 66,800
After its separation with Honda, Hero Motocorp has now launched its first Hero branded vehicle, the Impulse. Impulse, priced at Rs 66,800 (ex-showroom price Delhi), will be available by the end of this month.
Diwali recipes: Paan Petha, Kaju Katli and more
We recently invited you, our readers, to share those lip-smacking festive recipes with us. Readers sent us these:
Recovering from BlackBerry crash? 7 really cool chat apps
Review of seven instant messaging services as alternative to BlackBerry Messenger.
POLL: What do you PREFER to sex?
Is it food, shopping, travel? Answer the questions on each page and let us know!
The (In)eligible Bachelors: A quest for Mr Right!
London-based author Ruchita Misra talks to Sahim Salim about her first book The (In)eligible Bachelors a funny tale of a young single MBA grad and her search for the perfect husband.
PIX: Top alternatives to Amazon Kindle Fire
The glory of some of the tablets in the market will be stolen following the entrance of Amazon's Kindle Fire, not including Apple's iPad of course. Amazon and Kindle are trusted names which is exactly what other tablet computers lack. Still, let me point out top alternatives to Kindle Fire in this article.
PICS: India's top gadget brands
eBay India has announced the eBay India Battle of Gadgets 2011. The event ranks India's most popular electronic gadget purchases online over a 12-month period based on an analysis of all eBay transactions. Here, then are the top gadget brands in India.
Aspiring author? Ten tips to get published
We invited this first-time author Jvalant Nalin Sampat to share with us the ten tips aspiring authors to get published.
5 top reasons why people love to chat on Facebook
Get Ahead reader Amit Saxena waxes eloquent on why people love Facebook chats even if they are not too much in love with its design.
How soon after a break-up would YOU date someone new?
How long would it take you to move from one relationship to the next? Share your rebound stories.
10 tips to consider before buying an HDTV this Diwali
Diwali is around the corner and TV companies are busy launching and promoting all kinds of TVs: Plasma, LCD, LED, 3D... the list can go on. But what exactly suits you and your home? Here are 10 things you must consider.
Boss' Day: 'I was unable to take this torture and quit'
On the occasion of Boss' Day on October 16, Vijay Nair, author of The Boss is Not Your Friend, recounts why he quit his numerous jobs and decided to become an author.
Don't miss: Top 13 Android phones under Rs 15K
Here is a list of top 13 best Android mobile phones in India available under Rs 15,000.
20 good-looking South Asian writers
Their books have made us laugh, cry, fall in love and ponder about life. These are best-looking South Asian writers from across the world who have made our hearts skip a beat.
'Help your kids understand the value of the things you give them'
Manjiri Gokhale Joshi, author of 'Crushes Careers and Cell Phones' tells us how challenging it is to be a single mother, and shares her journey of inspiration and challenges while writing the book, which was a long-pending dream of hers. Read on.
Your guide to India's $35 Aakash tablet PC
Get acquainted yourself with the bells and whistles that India's cheapest tablet comes with at just Rs 1,730.
PICS: Garware Motors launches Hyosung GT 650N at Rs 4,39,000
Pune-based Garware Motors today launched the 650cc Hyosung GT 650N (Naked) sports bike, priced at Rs 4,39,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi).
POLL: Would you DUMP your partner if your parents said so?
Leonardo DiCaprio is rumoured to have ended his relationship with Blake Lively because she didn't make the right impression upon his mother. Are you sailing in the same boat as the Titanic star?
Amazon Kindle Fire: Will it be an iPad-killer?
Unveiled this week, and getting launched on November 15, the Kindle Fire from Amazon is said to be a premium product at a non-premium price and is anointed as an iPad-killer. Here's how the two tablet PCs stack against each other, spec-by-spec.
Tablet PCs under Rs 20k! Don't miss
Get Ahead reader Nadeem Taslim writes about 14 low-cost tablet PCs one must check out before buying the likes of iPads, Galaxy Tabs or Xooms.
Biking: GenNext Pulsar to rock the market?
Here's what could possibly change in the next iteration of Pulsars to be rolled out by the Chakan-based two-wheeler company Bajaj Auto.
7 smartphones to suit your personality
Get Ahead reader Yatharth Jain answers the one question millions of smartphone users want to know: Which smartphone or OS is best suited for me? He lists out seven phones based on various personalities.
10 reasons why we will never forget Steve Jobs
Steve Jobs left behind some impressive works that can easily guide our steps towards some truly incredible technological developments. Here are 10 reasons why we will never forget the man who made technology and design so creative.
Everyday heroes: The bravest you ever came across
You don't need a cape and a suit to be a hero -- tell us about the bravest person you ever came across.
Five technologies that Steve Jobs can kill for good!
Steve Jobs was the cause of the deaths of floppy drive, dial-up modem, the FireWire and mouse buttons and the company he founded is capable of killing a few more, including the hard drive, says Tarun Karuturi, a Get Ahead reader in response to our reader invite.
Gaming: When humans turn into Cyborgs
Get Ahead reader Bhautik Joshi reviews two games: Deus Ex: Human Revolution and Gears of War 3 in response to our reader invite.
Reader's take: iPhone 4S is a Siri story
Get Ahead reader Daya Kaduri says the only novel idea on iPhone 4S is the voice recognition technology that goes by the name of Siri. Everything else is old wine in specced bottle.
Is iPhone 4S a flop?
Did Apple fail to manage expectations with iPhone 4S? Is the Apple magic waning now that Steve Jobs is no more at the helm of affairs? To be able to decide just that let's break down what iPhone 4S have.
All you need to know about the Sakshat tablet
With the much-talked about sarkari tablet PC set to be launched on October 5, we give you a low down on everything you must know about this little gadget.
'Price of sex hits all time low'
The 'price' of sex has dropped to new record lows with an increasing number of women bed-hopping during dates, without expectations about long-term commitments, social psychologists have revealed.
Amazon Kindle Fire: 11 things you must know
We had been hearing about the Amazon tablet for quite some time. The rumour mill has been put to rest after Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos launched the latest Kindle. Now, that the secret is out of the box, we take a look at the bells and whistles Fire has to offer.
Festive recipes: Sweet potato dumplings and more!
We recently invited you, our readers, to share those lip smacking festive recipes with us. Share yours too!
Fasting recipes for Navratri: Baked potatoes and more!
Here are special recipes for you to enjoy during the nine days of Navratri revelry.
Why couples stick together despite conflicts
Clinical psychologist Sadia Raval unravels the reasons why unhappy couples stick it out together and try to make damaged relationships work.
'Children lie because adults cannot handle the truth'
In an online chat with readers on September 21, clinical psychologist Sadia Raval addressed reader queries related to handling teenage problems. For those who missed it, here's the transcript.
VOTE: How much will YOU spend on a tablet PC
Starting today we launch a Gadgets and Gaming poll to ask you, our readers, how much you are willing to spend on gadgets. Today, tell us about what tablet PC would you buy.
How Facebook break-up drove her to suicide
On September 19, 2011, Malini Murmur, a student of IIM-Bangalore committed suicide following a status update on her boyfriend's Facebook wall. The author decodes the girl's likes and dislikes, her passions and psyche through her profile.
Windows 8: Introduction, features and requirements
What can we get out of Windows 8? This may be the first question to many. We have compiled below few best features of this new OS.
PICS: Inside the world's toughest military camp
National Defence Academy's Camp Rover puts to test the physical and mental endurance of 19-year-old cadets. Cameraperson Hitesh Harisinghani and Abhishek Mande sneak a peek into what is supposed to be toughest military camp in its age group.
5 reasons for iPhone's super success
The iPhone is not only a phone, or a set of technologies but an institution in itself. Five factors which have contributed towards the success of the Apple iPhone series are mentioned as follows:
Watch out for conduct disorders in your teen
Clinical psychologist Sadia Raval talks about what drives young teenagers today to take drastic steps like killing their family members to support their lifestyle.
Festive recipes: We want to PUBLISH yours!
The season of festivities and celebrations is almost upon us, so help us celebrate it better with some mouth-watering traditional recipes!
TOP 10 must-have gadgets from Samsung!
Think what Samsung has done for you, me and all. It has made our life easier, happening and connected through its TVs, mobile phones, audio-video products, computers and many more. The list is too long, but we have tried here to compile ten best Samsung gadgets.
PICS: The new Yamaha R15 you've been waiting for!
Yamaha India has finally launched the R15 Version 2.0, which is the second iteration of the racing bikes from the Japanese automaker. However many were disappointed with the upgrade and had expected so much more. Let's find out what is new in the R15 Version 2.0...
The inspiring story of three women and a library
It all started with an e-mail letter written by Vibha Kamat that was circulated among a small circle of friends in June 2011. This story is about how three promising women in their 40s took up the initiative to set up a library in their locality, which will finally see the light of day on September 30. Read on.
BlackBerry Bold 9900: Does it deliver on expectations?
Get Ahead reader Daya Kudari reviews BlackBerry's recent launch BlackBerry Bold 9900 in response to our reader invite.
A hot model introduces us to five hotter ones!
Freddy Daruwala, a prominent Indian male model who's a fixture at fashion weeks swears by lean, mean, fast machines! Here, he tells us about the five best bikes he's ever ridden.
Best gaming gadgets from Alienware: The top 20 list
Interested in sci-fi and fantasies? Have you designed a sci-fi story involving you and a sudden encounter with aliens? Don't worry, the gadgets listed below can help you realise your wildest gaming fantasies.
'Cambridge: I had a bloody good time!'
Television presenter Karan Thapar looks back at his Cambridge days and talks about the late Benazir Bhutto, his contemporary, selling tickets for a Pandit Ravishankar concert and what it takes to be an alumnus of the world's best university. Read on.
PIX: The spanking new Yamaha R15
Here's taking a look at the recently launched Yamaha R15: how it fares in the features and performance department.
These 11 studied at the world's best university
Earlier this week, the Cambridge University was ranked number one in the QS world rankings 2011. We profile 11 influential personalities from across the globe from various walks of life who have been products of Cambridge. Read on:
'I tried approaching her and she yelled at me'
Is your love life under pressure? Are you troubled by your relationship? Get Ahead's Love Guru hosted a chat with readers on September 8 to help them deal with love problems. For those of you who missed it, here's the transcript.
Recipes: Jackfruit Mulaka, Ennagai Palya, more...
Here's the recipe that will help you make these delicious Kannada recipes: Maddur Vada, Ennagai Palya, Jack Fruit Mulaka and Jolada Rotti.
'Ganeshotsav is now a display of political clout'
Here's what India's youth think about the politicisation of Ganesh Chaturthi, speaking their minds about how this tide can and should be turned around.
Reliance 3G Tab at Rs 13K: Should you buy it?
While priced Rs 12,999 and at just 7 inches, Reliance 3G Tab fits into your pocket (pun intended) its real test lies in how it compares with the Big Daddies of the tablet world. Here, then, is a detailed review of a branded tablet that doesn't burn a hole into your pocket. Read on...
Sambhar, Avial, Paysam and more Onam recipes!
Heard of Onam Sadhya? The traditional harvest festival of Kerala is incomplete without feasting on Sambhar, Avail, Oalan, Kootu and Paysam.
Unusual monsoon pics: Water, water everywhere!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
PICS: The story of Harley Davidson in India
The American motorbike major is making its presence felt in the Indian markets. Read on to find out how.
All the things you can do with Google
This month, Google, the Internet Goliath completed its 13 years of existence. Widely recognised as a search engine there is more to Google, feels Get Ahead reader Indresh Kumar.
Hilsa for PM Singh? Share your recipes!
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said he would break his 'vegetarian vow' if he was served Hilsa fish during his two-day trip to Bangladesh. Have a recipe you can recommend to his chef? Send it in!
Unusual monsoon pics: Leaves and nature's pearls
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
Unusual monsoon pics: Glowing in the gloom
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
'He taught us with the help of gramophone records'
What's the best advice you received from your teacher?
5 reasons why WebOS doesn't make the cut
Sure, there is tremendous potential in WebOS. In fact, its SDK is rated as one of the best platforms to develop for, on par with iOS SDK. Yet, most WebOS devices are still sitting in stores waiting for consumers to grab them. here are 5 reasons why WebOS could not make it...
Puran, Alu Wadi and more Ganesha recipes!
Ladies from across the country share their household recipes that mark the Ganesha festival.
Teachers' Day spl: India's most famous teachers
On Teachers' Day we list out some of the most famous teachers that India has produced.
PIX: Famous gurus from mythology
As we celebrate Teacher's Day, let's take a trip back in time and visit some of the devout gurus from Indian mythology and learn about their contribution to the society.
FROM teacher with love, TO teacher with love!
Today being Teacher's Day, we asked a few faculty members from schools and colleges about THEIR favourite teachers and how they played a special role in their choice of career!
PIX: Making of Airtel's Friendship ad
So you've grooved to the tunes of Airtel's latest ad featuring college students. Here's what went behind the scenes and how the commercial was made!
Readers write: Teacher's best advice
We invited readers to share the best advice they received from their teachers.
Samsung Galaxy S II: Best smartphone in 2011 yet?
Get Ahead reader Bhautik Jain reviews Samsung Galaxy S II in response to our reader invite.
Review: Motorola Xoom betrayed by apps ecosystem
There's a lot to like about Motorola Xoom, especially after tweaks and updates collectively make it a much better device. The biggest problem isn't the Xoom, but the dearth of tablet-friendly apps -- it seems only iOS is hot when it comes to this class of device form factor.
Top 9 tablet PCs under Rs 20,000
If you are searching for low cost tablets in India, you must be aware of the fact that most of these products come along with some truly great features, such as GPS, Wi-Fi and 3G. Therefore, the low price tags do not relate to low quality. Here, then, is a list of nine most affordable tablets that are available in India these days.
Unusual monsoon pics: Raindrop rhapsody
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
Enjoy these lip-smacking Eid specialities!
Enjoy these Eid recipes and send us yours!
6 features where Android beats iPhone
In this mad race of smart phones it would be interesting to find out some features where iPhone takes beating from Android-based smart phones.
PHOTOS: The stunning Hyosung ST7
The name Hyosung might not make your heart skip a beat but the second coming of the Korean automaker in India (courtesy of Garware Motors) has a lot of promising stuff lined up for performance enthusiasts. So how does the ST7 stand out and fair?
Top 5 retro-racing games making a comeback
Remember the hours you spent as a kid playing Road Rash and Crazy Taxi? Well, they're back!
Unusual monsoon pics: Storm blowing in!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
Live like Steve Jobs: Stay Hungry. Stay Foolish.
As the curtain comes down on an extraordinary career, we bring you advice from Steve Jobs on how to live your life, drawing from his own experiences.
Unusual monsoon pics: The little wader
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
PIX: The amazing history of the Cafe Racer bikes
With Enfield Cafe Racer being displayed at an exhibition recently, we tell you the history behind the highly uncomfortable bikes.
Unusual monsoon pics: Spotlight in the sky
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
IMAGES: The best (and worst) of Fashion Week!
We bring you an overview of the recently-concluded Lakme Fashion Week -- here's the best action straight off the runway!
Unusual monsoon pics: Nature's shining jewel
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
EXCLUSIVE: Superhot model shoots for Rediff!
We handed model Nicole Faria a camera at Lakme Fashion Week and let her go crazy! Here are some of the pictures she shot for us.
Unusual monsoon pics: The crocodile cactus!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
PIX: Royal Enfield to make 1000cc monsters?
As Royal Enfield plans expanding its plant capacity, rumours of 750cc and 1000cc machines have been flying thick and fast.
Top 5: Most awaited performance bikes in India
The Indian bike market is ready to witness a flurry of launches in the 250-350cc segment. Here's the list of all these new performance bikes, which you can expect over the next couple of years.
9 things to remember before choosing a DSLR camera
So you always wanted to buy a great camera but didn't know how to go about? Madhumita Thakur lists out the things you must keep in mind.
Unusual monsoon pics: Dark clouds on the harbour
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
IMAGES: The stunning new Hero MotoCorp Impulse
Check out Hero MotoCorp's hottest new bike all set to be launched in India
Steve's legacy: 10 greatest Apple inventions EVER!
10 finest products from Apple that changed the definition of computers and technology in this sector.
Unusual monsoon pics: A golden evening
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
10 Best Android phones ever!
With more Android phones hitting the market, choosing the right one is becoming a challenge. Fear not, help is here!
Bhai-behen pics: Baby hugs
We invited readers to share special brother-sister pics with us for Raksha Bandhan -- here's the next set of responses!
Top 5 master chefs spill their secrets
Everyone loves a good meal but rarely do they see the people behind it. Top chefs from across the country tell us their favourite dishes, suggest quick and the one kitchen disaster they can never forget.
In pictures: The joys of Raksha Bandhan
We bring you glimpses of Raksha Bandhan celebrations in previous years from across the country.
Unusual monsoon pics: Four little rain revellers
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
Bhai-behen pics: 'A 58-year bond'
We invited readers to share special brother-sister pics with us for Raksha Bandhan -- here's the first set of responses!
PIX: Two hot motorbikes from Hyosung in India
Recently launched superbikes GT650R and ST7 are not likely to take Garware Motors places in terms of volume. To overcome this, the two-wheeler company is coming out with two new launches: GT650 (no R here) and GT250R.
Unusual monsoon pics: Shiva and the sea
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
Samsung's latest Galaxy Tab to take on iPad 2!
Samsung, one of the leading global producer of electronic devices, will be launching their new addition to the Samsung Galaxy Tab series in India. If you are an avid Samsung lover like us then you might have made some guess about what we are talking.
Raksha Bandhan videos: Share yours!
Post your Raksha Bandhan videos on rediff!
TOP 6: Most affordable performance bikes in India
So you've always wanted to buy a good bike but didn't know which to buy? Amit Changnani of Motoroids.com has help!
11 Raksha Bandhan gadget gifts for your sis
So Raksha Bandhan is around the corner and you're probably fretting over what you should be getting your sister when she shows up with that rakhi. Here's a quick list of gadgets you can gift your sis this Raksha Bandhan.
Bhai-behen ka rishta: Share your pics!
Raksha Bandhan is on August 13. We invite you to share special brother-sister pics with us!
Unusual monsoon pics: Nature's glistening needles
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
Indians most willing to take risks, says survey
India's Generation X and Y are most willing to take risks as compared to their counterparts in emerging Asia, says a recent survey. Read on to find out more.
19 must-have Android smartphone apps
Get Ahead reader Kartheek Pathuri lists out 19 must-have Android apps for your smartphone in response to our reader invite.
Friendship Day: Learn how to BE one!
Don't judge. Keep a secret. With Friendship Day coming up on August 7, here are ten golden tips on preserving relations with your precious pals.
The American desi who invented the Enfield V twin
When he was growing up in the '80s and '90s in New Delhi, Aniket Vardhan never once thought he would land up in the US, least of all get a teaching job in a design school there. But he did. Then he threw it all away and decided to design his dream bike -- the Enfield Musket 700cc V twin.
Unusual monsoon pics: A walk in the woods
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
EIGHT most controversial figures in the tech world
From Assange to Zuckerberg, meet the men who you can love or hate but simply cannot ignore.
The Wedding Picture, Indian-style!
Malaysian photographer Jay Chuah is passionate about covering Indian weddings.
PIX: Triumph Motorcycles' fascinating history
So Britain's largest motorcycle manufacuter will be in India soon. Here's everything you should know about its history.
Five DEVILS of networking websites
The ease with which one can connect to one's friends, colleagues and acquaintances has virtually sublimed the physical barriers of geographies and locations. At the same time these technologies have also made us vulnerable to the outside world in harmless ways.
Nine things you should NEVER say to your hubby!
You may think you know how to 'handle' your man, but you'll be surprised at just how many of these statements you frequently use!
Unusual monsoon pics: Colours on the sidewalk
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
Biking: Bajaj Pulsar vs Honda CBR250
The Bajaj Pulsar 220 was the fastest in India. However things have changed now with the launch of the Honda CBR250R. So Bajaj Auto decided to launch a more powerful version of the Pulsar by September this year to retain the fastest Indian tag.
PHOTOS: World's thinnest, fastest BlackBerry yet
BlackBerry maker, Research in Motion, RIM, has announced that the first of its two BlackBerry 7 OS phones, the Bold Touch 9900 -- presumably the thinnest and fastest -- will be coming to the Indian market soon, as early as the second week of August.
Unusual monsoon pics: Blowing in the wind
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
PIX: The 9 BEST Samsung and Nokia phones!
Check out some of the most exclusive handsets by two of the leading mobile manufacturing companies.
Unusual monsoon pics: Orange blossoms, raindrops
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
Unusual monsoon pics: Royal reflection
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
Curry? Biryani? India's favourite food: VOTE!
Is it Biryani, Malai Kofta, Prawn Curry? Which do you think is India's favourite dish? Take our poll and let us know!
10 features that iPhone copied from Android
Many of the features that iPhone users have on their phones today started first with Android. The site Business Insider listed 10 of these tools that are now part of Apple's smartphone, but have already been with Android.
What men want: 14 secrets unleashed!
What does it take to woo a man? What motivates him? Does he express his feelings openly? We explore 14 little-known facts about the stronger sex!
Unusual monsoon pics: Tears from a tulip
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
How time has passed: Big B for Bombay Dyeing
We invited readers to share things from their growing up years. Send us yours too!
Unusual monsoon pics: Watching the rain...
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
Is the Big Fat Indian Wedding a waste of money?
Did you opt for a low-key wedding despite having the resources to splurge?
Yeh dosti: An extra piece of chicken in the army!
We invited readers to write in with fabulous stories of fun times with your closest pals. Here are two more responses!
Unusual monsoon pics: Rhythmic droplets!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
30 things that will make you feel old
An email that's gone viral drives home some hard facts but also takes you right back in time.
Photos: TOP 10 must-have travel apps for iPad
Vacations are great without an iPad but with these travel apps on it, it can make vacations even better. The following list offers information on the top ten iPad travel apps.
PHOTOS: Suzuki's Baby B-King is coming to India
Suzuki India's Baby B-King (or GW250) is a great option for the Indian subsidiary. Production of this motorcycle -- that's designed for emerging markets -- began in China earlier this month. The muscular GW250 is expected to be priced in the range of Rs 1.6 to Rs 1.8 lakh if brought to India.
Unusual monsoon pics: The watering hole
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
IMAGES: Check out BMW's new dream on two wheels
The German manufacturer is all set to make the pulses of Indian consumers go racing -- with the launch of their K 1300 R superbike.
Unusual monsoon pics: A seasonal romance!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
6 reasons to switch from Facebook to Google+
There are heaps of reasons to switch from Facebook to Google+ starting from user-friendliness to high data privacy. Let's take a brief look at some of them. Also, find out how you can migrate from facebook to Google+ if you have started liking Google+ more than Facebook but don't know how to move all your information from it to the new social networking site.
Meet Allahabad's Internet sensation, Govind Tiwari
Internet makes heroes of unusual people. On Monday someone tweeted a link to the blog of some Govind Tiwari. Within a matter of hours, the little-known teenager from Allahabad was an Internet sensation. In an interview, Tiwari tells us more about himself and that he had no clue about his fame till he read about it in the papers on Wednesday.
PHOTOS: India-bound Hysoung GT250 2012 spotted
Garware Motors will showcase the GT250 at the upcoming Auto Expo in January, 2012 to gauge customer response. So make sure you look inquisitive and interested so that we have another worthy rival to the Honda CBR250R, Kawasaki Ninja 250R and the upcoming KTM Duke 200.
Unusual monsoon pics: Father, child and nature
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
Yeh dosti: 'We took pillows down to the beach!'
We invited readers to write in with fabulous stories of fun times with your closest pals. Here is another response!
Unusual monsoon pics: The crocodile hunter!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
PIX: Top 5 Android Honeycomb Tablets
So you think iPad is the best thing to happen to humankind since the invention of the wheel? Take a look at this year's best Android Honeycomb tablets that might just be up your alley.
Yeh dosti: 'We did Goa in Rs 1,800 per person!'
Last week, we invited readers to write in with fabulous stories of fun times with your closest pals. Here is the first set of responses!
'My most beloved Delhiite, author Arundhati Roy'
The Delhi Walla -- Portraits is the fourth and final volume in a series of books that brings together the best of writer-photographer Mayank Austen Soofi's blog The Delhi Walla. We bring you an excerpt.
KTM Duke 200 to launch in early 2012
Here's what you can expect from the new KTM Duke 200 that will launch early next year.
Unusual monsoon pics: From wet to wetter still!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
Top 5 features Apple must copy from jailbreakers
Here is an assumption from the jailbreaking community (Cydia), about the additional features that Apple's iOS 5 may have.
Unusual monsoon pics: Car or boat?
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
'Manorexia' hitting figure-conscious men
Experts have warned that the pressure to look like a male model is driving more men to develop dangerous eating disorders.
Unusual monsoon pics: Making of childhood memories
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
Yeh dosti: Tell us about YOUR fun times with pals!
Share pics and stories of your best memories and good times shared with your closest friends!
Photos: The Ducati Monster sells for Rs 7.99 lakh
The Ducati Monster 796 is now available in India. It is priced at Rs 7.99 lakh (ex-showroom, Gurgaon) and Rs 8.25 lakh (ex-showroom, Mumbai) and is available at all Ducati showrooms across India.
Unusual monsoon pics: Hold on tight!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
Meet the real-life Rocket Singhs!
Sensing the urgent need in his hometown, Mysore Institute of Technology student Ajay Kiran decided to set up an events management company in Mysore. In less than a year, the company has organised more than 85 events and is hungry for more.
'I pulled out of marriage at the last minute!'
Have you ever developed cold feet and pulled out of marrying at the last minute?
How to make video calls on Facebook
Google+ paves the way for yet another interesting feature for Facebook. Now Facebook facilitates video calling, and that too a group video chat.
Google doodle for St Basil's Cathedral anniversary
The search engine has created a special doodle to mark the occasion.
Meet India's first WOMAN to own a Harley Davidson
The first woman to buy a Harley Davidson in the country talks about her love for bikes.
Unusual monsoon pics: Pathway to heaven
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
7 must-have free Android apps
A sneak-peek at the best, preferred and most wanted free Android applications.
Confirmed: Women are worse drivers than men!
It is official. Scientists have discovered that women drivers are more dangerous behind the wheel.
Photos of 2012 Suzuki V Strom 650 ABS
The 2012 edition of the Suzuki V Strom 650 ABS has been leaked in the form of images. Here are seven stunning images.
Unusual monsoon pics: Yearning for raindrops!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
PHOTOS: Check out the superb Honda CBR250R
Honda has launched the CBR250R, which costs 40 per cent cheaper than the Ninja 250R. But is it as good as the Kwacker? Let's find out!
Unusual monsoon pics: Braving the rain!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
POLL: What is YOUR take on homosexuality?
Union Health Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad's alleged comments regarding homosexuality at a conference on Monday have incited a huge backlash. Do you share his opinions? Take our poll and let us know!
Unusual monsoon pics: Puppy love!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
PHOTOS: The Ducati Diavel is finally here
Ducati has finally launched its latest motorcycle, the Diavel for India. The company is offering its latest and best to Indian customers in three variants. The standard variants, the Carbon variant and the Carbon Red.
FB Credits: Everything you wanted to know!
Facebook is all set to launch its payment system, Facebook Credits globally today across numerous territories including India.
Unusual monsoon pics: No need for a bathtub!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
PHOTOS: Toyota Liva gives Swift run for its money?
Will the latest hatchback from the stable of Toyota -- Etios Liva -- generate a phenomenal response? Let's find out...
Unusual monsoon pics: Season for all generations!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
Recipes by Sanjeev Kapoor: Diwani Handi and more
Aziz Haniffa caught up with celebrity chef Sanjeev Kapoor recently and here he shares four great recipes from his first cookbook geared towards the American audience, 'How to Cook Indian'.
Neha Dhupia: Why I hate camera phones
Bollywood hottie Neha Dhupia on her favourite tablet PC, her film career, forthcoming films and why she thinks camera phones are a bigger threat to privacy than social networking sites.
PHOTOS: The stunning Audi A7 reviewed
Get Ahead reader Satishkumar responded to our reader invite and sent us this review of the Audi A7.
Unusual monsoon pics: The umbrella dance!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
Cooking can help you get laid!
The best, and perhaps the only way for men to get a woman who is clearly out of their league is to cook for her, according to Spencer Walker, author of 'Cook To Bang: The Lay Cook's Guide to Getting Laid'.
How Google+ plans to take on Facebook
Finally, the news we've all been waiting for close to a year now. Google last night unveiled the Google+ project, its counter-weight to try and balance the growing power of Facebook as a social network on the Web.
PIX: British bike icon Triumph now in India
After Ducati, Harley Davidson and big bikes from Suzuki, Yamaha, Honda and Kawasaki it's now the turn of the iconic British bike-maker Triumph Motorcycles to make its move in India.
Unusual monsoon pics: Nature's diamonds
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
Meet the face of Indian cooking in the US
Aziz Haniffa watches celebrity chef Sanjeev Kapoor charm Indian food lovers across cultures and has him discuss how to cook Indian cuisine.
QUIZ: What is the right age to have a baby?
At what age would you like to start dating, settle down, have kids? We're conducting a survey on the family planning ideals of youngsters, so take our poll and let us know -- results will be published within a fortnight.
Unusual monsoon pics: Waterfall fun!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the next set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
11 common relationship mistakes
Here's a list, check which of these is your nemesis and find out how to deal with it.
Unusual monsoon pics: Dancing in the rain!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the first set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
Romantic proposal: 'Candles, roses were all over!'
We asked readers to send in their marriage proposal stories -- here is the next set of responses!
BlackBerry PlayBook review: Not a game changer
Get Ahead reader Rajan Kanagasabai reviews RIM's latest entry into India and the tablet market BlackBerry PlayBoook in response to our reader invite.
Romantic proposals: 'I rented a whole theatre!'
We asked readers to send in their marriage proposal stories -- here is the next set of responses!
Romantic proposals: 'Written on my hand'
We asked readers to send in their marriage proposal stories -- here are the first few responses!
Rumour: Nokia N9 will not be coming to India
Though released in Singapore on June 21 the latest from the Espoo-based Nokia, N9, may not see the light of the day in India.
'Will you marry me?' Most romantic proposals!
Tell us all about your marriage proposal!
Bugatti Veyron: World's FASTEST commercial car
Get Ahead reader Aishwarya Sharma outlines the real story behind how the world's fastest commercial car, the Bugatti Veyron, that does an eye-popping 400 kmph, was conecptualised and brought to fruition.
Super 30 founder is a role model in Japan
Anand Kumar finds a special mention in a book that has a chapter on his achievements.
BlackBerry Playbook in India on June 22
All Apple haters may just have a good reason to rejoice. If rumours are to be believed, Apple's greatest rival -- Research in Motion -- is set to launch the Blackberry Playbook in Mumbai on June 22.
Summer Solstice: Today is the year's longest day!
Countries lying to the north of the equator will witness 'Summer Solstice,' a phenomenon that occurs when the earth's axial tilt is most inclined towards the sun today.
7 riding wonders of the world
The Seven Riding Wonders of the World poll gives a chance to biking enthusiasts around the world to vote for their choice. It gives them an opportunity to decide which road, track or riding experience is the best in the world.
PHOTOS: Suzuki's greatest bikes EVER!
The Hayabusa from the Suzuki stable is an insane machine. But that is not the only motorcycle that the Japanese automaker produces. There are so many more, so let's take a quick journey through the iconic bikes made by Suzuki.
Apple unlocks iPhone 4 for US consumers
Ahead of the release of its next iteration of the iPhone -- iPhone 5 -- the Cupertino-based Apple Inc has released an unlocked iPhone 4. 16GB costs $649 and 32GB will be available at $749.
Herb used in Indian curries can spice up sex!
A herb used to add flavour to Indian curries can also spice up our sex lives, according to a new study.
9 core values India's youth MUST follow
These core values can guide humanity on the path of peace and prosperity in the new millennium.
Why Nokia is losing the smartphone game
Get Ahead reader Ismail A Muhsin analyses why Nokia is losing out to other rivals in the smartphone market. However, he believes that the Finnish giant has the potential to outsmart competition.
10 best gadget gifts for Father's Day
So what should you gift your dad this Father's Day? Here are 10 suggestions.
'My son wants a gift from ME on Father's Day!'
With Father's Day coming up on June 19, we invited readers to send in special 'Daddy and Me' pics. Here's the next set of responses!
Daddy and me: 'My buddy, teacher, superhero!'
With Father's Day coming up on June 19, we invited readers to send in special 'Daddy and Me' pics. Here's the next set of responses!
Delhi SlutWalk: 'Men don't own the public space!'
Sahim Salim speaks to the bold young women who are organising Delhi's first-ever 'SlutWalk' to fight against sexual harassment in the capital.
What 'type' is YOUR dad? VOTE!
Does he shower attention on you or does he forget you even exist? Tell us what kind of dad is your father. Tale this poll. today.
9 gadgets you MUST gift your father
Selecting a gift for your dad may be a very tough job, so we have tried to give some suggestions to ease the process for you.
Daddy and me: 'Proud to be your son'
With Father's Day coming up on June 19, we invited readers to send in special 'Daddy and Me' pics. Here's the next set of responses!
Women and Delhi: Surviving in India's capital
So you're a single girl living in Delhi? Harnoor Channi Tiwary tells you exactly what you need to do and remember while living and travelling in the capital city.
PHOTOS: The best FREE iPad apps
The following list includes some of the coolest free app downloads.
Daddy and me: 'Thanks for the cycling lesson!'
With Father's Day coming up on June 19, we invited readers to send in special 'Daddy and Me' pics. Here's the next set of responses!
Unusual summer pics: Beach beauty and frolic!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Top 5 performance bikes in India
All of a sudden we see the performance motorcycle segment exploding. What was once a country that asked 'what's the mileage of the bike?', now asks 'what's the cost of the bike?'. So we thought let us talk about the top 5 performance motorcycles in the country.
Daddy and me: 'Not everyone gets such a father'
With Father's Day coming up on June 19, we invited readers to send in special 'Daddy and Me' pics. Here's the first response!
Are sexily-dressed women inviting trouble? VOTE!
If a woman is dressed provocatively, it doesn't mean that she's inviting you to bed her, does it? Vote and tell us what you think!
PIX: A motorbike that can fly at 278 kmph?
Australian Chris Malloy has developed a prototype of a flying motorcycle that in theory can reach height of over 3,000 metres, with a maximum speed of 278 km per hour. Currently in testing phase, the Hoverbike, as Malloy calls it, should only pass the first test flight within a few months.
Daddy and me: Special Father's Day pics!
With Father's Day coming up this Sunday, we invite you to share your most memorable moment with Daddy Dearest!
Mac OS X Lion: Everything you need to know
Apple has finally announced the details of the successor to the Mac OS X Snow Leopard. The OS X Lion 10.7, it seems, will bring some of the ideas and features from the iOS to the OS X. Apple announced pricing details and showed off the new features of Snow Leopard's successor.
Unusual summer pics: Jet set sunset!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
'If a 17-year-old wants breast implants, I say NO'
In an exclusive interview, prominent Brazilian cosmetic surgeon Dr Jaime Anger tells us why India is now the fourth largest hub of cosmetic surgery in the world, ethical dilemmas experts in his line of work face and how youngsters' fast-paced lifestyles today are landing them on the operating table.
Mobile radiation: Phones with low and high SAR
Get Ahead reader Rohit Sane lists out mobile phones with low and high specific absorption rate (SAR) values in response to our reader invite (bleow). Phones with low SAR are considered good to use as they emit less radiations compared to phones with high SAR values.
PIX: The fascinating history of Royal Enfield!
Royal Enfield has a long history behind it. The early days of the company date back to the 19th century. What started as a company making lawnmowers is now one of the most desired brands in the world.
Unusual summer pics: Picture of a picture!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Google doodle for Les Paul
The search engine celebrates birthday of the legendary guitarist, songwriter and inventor with a doodle.
Unusual summer pics: Who needs a pool?
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Top 12 smartphones in India
This listing is arranged according to price in descending order. The last few days -- the arrival of the iPhone 4 and the launch of the much awaited Samsung Galaxy S II has infused some fresh blood into the smartphone range available to you.
Unusual summer pics: Water for the village
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
POLL: Are men more selfish, or women?
A new UK survey has revealed that women are more likely to criticise friends behind their backs and men are likelier to lie to secure a job. Take our poll and tell us whether you agree!
IPv6: Is your web site ready for it?
IPv6 stands for Internet Protocol Version 6 which is the next generation of Internet Protocol and will eventually succeed Internet Protocol Version 4 (IPv4).
Here's why your Twitter account could be suspended
Get Ahead reader Rohit Sane enlightens readers about major reasons why their Twitter account could get suspended.
Unusual summer pics: The cat and her umbrella!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Create a 'slidesong' and win great prizes!
Bring your photographs to life with music -- and win prizes!
Unusual summer pics: Elephant bath!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
PHOTOS: Best Harley Davidsons of all times
Here are four most popular bikes from the stables of the iconic bike maker Harley Davidson.
PIX: World's thinnest 15-inch laptop, Dell XPS 15z
Here's a quick round up of the latest and hottest happenings in the world of gadgets and gaming this week.
PIX: Kawasaki's hottest superbike in India!
Bajaj Auto will be launching the Kawasaki Ninja 650R on the June 8. So what is the Ninja 650R all about? Find out.
5 lies women tell their girlfriends
Women, who usually share everything under the sun with one another, tell five lies to their girlfriends when they do not want to reveal something very personal.
Unusual summer pics: Even dewdrops cast a shadow!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
18, 21 or 25: The right age to drink alcohol?
While Maharashtra has increased the minimum age for consuming alcohol to 25 from 21, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Delhi and West Bengal allow their denizens to consume and buy alcohol after they turn 21 and Goa, Karnataka, Kerala and Uttar Pradesh let their denizens consume alcohol after turning just 18, the age at which they are eligible to vote as well as get a driving license. Is the Maharashtra government right in increasing the minimum age limit t0 25? Tell us!
Top 10 Android phones in India
It's raining Android phones and while you are spoilt for choice, it is also about finally zeroing on the perfect handset that gives you your money's worth. Here's a list of Digit's top 10 Android phones just released in the Indian market.
Unusual summer pics: Stone-hearted!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
He parties every weekend AND makes money!
Meet DJ Reverb aka Nikhil Khedekar who DJs and runs a company that recruits DJs for parties.
Childbirth: 'Would the doctor even make it?'
Last week, we invited readers to send in their unique stories of welcoming a child into the world. Here, we bring you another response.
Unusual summer pics: Steamy season, steamy drinks!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Poll: Do YOU find these TV ads vulgar?
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting is cracking down on recent men's deodorant commercials, calling them 'overtly sexual' and looking to take them off the air. Do you find these commericals offensive and inappropriate for TV audiences too?
Unusual summer pics: The lazing leopard!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Poll: Would you rather be rich or look fabulous?
If you had a choice, what would you choose -- money or good looks?
Unusual summer pics: Feeding from flowers!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
iPhone 4 comes to India, finally!
Here's a quick round up of the latest and hottest happenings in the world of gadgets and gaming this week.
Bipasha's customs collision: Was it justified?
Do you think Rs 25,000 worth of duty-free goods is a reasonable limit imposed upon air travellers by the Indian Government?
Childbirth: 'My little one overcame the odds'
Last week, we invited readers to send in their unique stories of welcoming a child into the world. Here, we bring you the first response.
Unusual summer pics: The magic carpet!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Unusual summer pics: The Aravallis in the water
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
10 things to consider BEFORE saying 'I do'!
Don't just listen to your heart -- your head deserves to be heard out too!
Why women find bad boys sexier
The fair sex finds moody bad guys more attractive than cheerful men sporting a smile, says a new study.
Unusual summer pics: Breathtaking reflections
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Unusual summer pics: To sip or to swim?
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Unusual summer pics: Ray of light
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
PICS: BMW rolls out two millionth bike from Berlin
BMW Motorrad, the bike division of the German auto giant has rolled out two millionth bike from its facility in Spandau, Berlin.
Stories: The day I brought my child into the world
Share your unique story of welcoming a child into the world with us!
Six most popular dating apps on Facebook
Here's a short background about some of the most popular dating apps integrated with Facebook.
Unusual summer pics: City upon the sea
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Images: 7 most-awaited bikes of 2011
Lets look at what bikes you could be riding by the end of the year.
Studying MBA? Six laptops under Rs 45k for YOU!
We looked up some of the best MBA-friendly laptops out there in the market and are briefly reviewing them for you.
Unusual summer pics: The sunset can't silence him!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
19 percent of Indians have sex every single day!
At what age did you have your first sexual experience? Have you ever slept with two or more partners in the same day? We invited readers to participate in a survey of their sexual habits -- here are the results.
Top tech innovations that changed the geek world
Here are the 11 innovations that changed the face of the Internet and the geek world forever.
Unusual summer pics: Sparkle and shine!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Unusual summer pics: On top of the Taj!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Maruti Suzuki Ritz ZXi: Reader review
Get Ahead reader Ronak Gandhi has been driving Maruti Suzuki Ritz ZXi -- the first car that he and his wife bought -- since October 2009. He has sent us this review in response to our reader invite.
Nokia E7: Recommended for business users
Get Ahead reader Rohit Sane reviews Nokia E7. His verdict: Recommended for business users as they won't mind a steep price tag of Rs 29,999.
Unusual summer pics: Bright, hot and beautiful
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Karizma ZMR: Bike review
The bike does look slightly awkward in pictures but look at in person and it changes your opinion. Ride the ZMR and it will change your thoughts as well.
Unusual summer pics: Catch of the day!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Unusual summer pics: Giving chase!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Photos: Top 10 fastest bikes in the world
With top speeds of over 300 kmph, these mean machines are surely neighbour's envy and owner's pride!
Unusual summer pics: Deepest, bluest!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Unusual summer pics: Cast away!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Firstlook: Raspberry Pi, a USB computer for $25
Veteran game developer David Braben has developed an inexpensive mini-computer for students and enthusiasts, called the Raspberry Pi, which costs just 25 dollars.
Unusual summer pics: Standing in the fountain!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Reader's take: Why I love macro photography
Get Ahead reader Ronak Gandhi explains why he fell in love with macro photography and shares his tips with amateur photographers in response to our reader invite.
Unusual summer pics: Even the Sphinx needs shades!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Tech news: India's fastest supercomputer and more
A round up of what's happening in the world of technology, gadgets and gizmos.
I wish technology could make me slim: Prachi Desai
Prachi Desai speaks with Exhibitmag on gadgets she can't live without, car she desires and her workout and diet.
Mommy and Me: Mom's the bestest!
Readers share memorable pictures of their mothers. Share yours too!
My stupid gifting ideas for Mother's Day
As Mother's Day approaches, Avi Nathan* recounts the time he tried to make his mom feel special.
Unusual summer pics: Catch me if you can!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
'Mother gave me my life and my identity '
It was only when Harnoor Channi-Tiwary became a mother, she realised the importance of her mother in her life.
Unusual summer pics: On the edge of the world!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Why I chose Pentax K-x over Canon 500D Nikon D3100
Get Ahead reader Ronak Gandhi narrates his expeience of using a Pentax K-x camera and explains why he bought it instead of the much-in-fashion Canon 500D or Nikon D3100 in response to our reader invite.
Mommy and me: Mum's the world!
Readers share memorable pictures of their mothers. Share yours too!
Superbikes: Are Hyosung GT650R and ST7 worth it?
How do the new Hyosung GT650R and Hyosung ST7 launched in India fare? The pros and cons of the two new superbikes launched in India recently.
Unusual summer pics: The fiery flowers
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Quiz: What personality type is your boss?
Book excerpts -- adapted as an interactive quiz -- from Vijay Nair's The Boss Is Not Your Friend, to find out what kind of a boss you work with.
Will e-books sound the death knell for print?
Will advancement in technology and slick products like the Kindle or an iPad sound the death knell for the printed word? Read to find out...
Unusual summer pics: Buzzing about a bloom!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Unusual summer pics: Flying on by!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Unusual summer pics: A golden moment!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Unusual summer pics: The crow and the water jar!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
I am a certified technoholic: Priyanka Chopra
Priyanka Chopra on fast cars, cool gadgets and how she manages to get that oh-so-hot figure.
Six lessons to learn from India's World Cup win
Even as the euphoria around the World Cup victory has petered out, it seems like the moment of triumph has a few lessons to offer.
Excerpt: 'Chandan... make love to me today'
An excerpt from former journalist and award-winning television scriptwriter Gajra Kottary's debut novel, Broken Melodies.
Unusual summer pics: The tiny acrobat!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Unusual summer pics: 'Summer'sault!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Nokia N8 review: 12 MPcamera with buggy OS
Get Ahead reader Vijay Padiyar reviews Nokia N8 after using the smartphone for a couple of weeks.
Unusual summer pics: Jumpin' around!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
IMAGES: Sureshot tips for GREAT close-ups
Nine tips that will set you apart from the boys when it comes to shooting great close-up photographs.
Unusual summer pics: Mars on the beach?
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
An NRI's Indian gymming experience!
Sandip Roy recounts his first gymming experience in India.
Now, HTC Pulse free with a one-year contract
Here's a quick round up of the latest and hottest happenings in the world of gadgets and gaming this week.
Unusual summer pics: Three men in a tree!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Romance dying? Blame it on your man
A study has found that romance is dying because men have lost the art of wooing their other halves.
Unusual summer pics: A descended rainbow!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Unusual summer pics: Crazy desert dance!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Summer coolers: How to make Thandai
The age-old thandai keeps energy levels high and fever and acidity at bay. Here's how you can make it at home!
Unusual summer pics: Tot in a tea basket!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
iPhone game of the week: Angry Birds Rio
Get Ahead reader Mohit Sureka writes about the biggest video game story in response to our invite.
Angry with your bank? File a consumer complaint
Really frustrated by a company's attitude? Read this quick guide to filing a consumer complaint.
Unusual summer pics: Into the blue!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Quiz: Will your romance sink or swim?
How well do you know your partner? Take this quiz designed by Rabbi Dr Jonathan Romain and find out for yourself!
Unusual summer pics: Topless in Kashmir!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Tech news: Galaxy gets better, Twitter faster!
Here's a quick round up of the latest and hottest happenings in the world of gadgets and gaming this week.
Who gets phished -- and why!
Your online habits single you out as a target!
'I had married a thief'
Love on the Rocks by former management professional Ismita Tandon Dhankher is "a romantic thriller that tests the bonds of love and marriage against a backdrop of suspense, intrigue and psychological undercurrents". We bring you an excerpt.
Unusual summer pics: Snoozing in the sun!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Unusual summer pics: A desi-style swimming pool!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Unusual summer pics: Sugarcane juice on wheels!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here's the first set of responses -- and you can share yours too!
Losing My Virginity and Other Dumb Ideas
Losing My Virginity and Other Dumb Ideas by media professional Madhuri Banerjee is the fictional story of Kaveri, a 30-year-old interpreter by profession whose aim is to 'figure out the language of love'. We bring you an excerpt.
April Fool messages: 'India will win the Cup!'
Readers share the best All Fool's Day messages they received.
Four must-have F1 apps for your smartphone
Be it a Nokia or an Apple iOS device or a Blackberry or an Android smartphone, you will never be away from the F1 action.
How I told my family I was gay: A coming out story
How do you tell your parents you're a homosexual? The ramifications of this truth can shake up the closest-knit family. Darshan Sathe shares his story.
IMAGES: Top 25 apps for your Windows mobile phone
These apps run the whole gamut: games, entertainment, productivity, social networking, communication
The best-endowed men in the world!
We bring you the findings of a Targetmap.com survey, which reveals how men are endowed across the world!
Can't get a date? Create a fake girlfriend on FB!
Do you want to change your 'single' status on Facebook to 'in a relationship'? Well, a new service is here to help you.
Do couples who look alike find perfect love?
A newly launched dating site has insisted that people are more likely to find love if their facial features are similar to their partners.
Samsung shows off super slim Galaxy Tab 8.9, 10.1
A sneak-peak into all the action on the gadget and gizmo front this month.
Recipes: Aromas of South India
Alamelu Vairavan Wisconsin-based culinary instructor and author introduces readers to the lesser-known delicacies of a Chettinad kitchen.
IMAGES: The fascinating evolution of Apple's Mac
Mac... the mere spell of the name causes sensation among tech-lovers. And here are some fascinating images of how the Mac evolved over the years.
Women 'as likely as men to enjoy casual sex'
It's not just men who are looking for 'friends with benefits'.
Quiz: What turns women on MOST about men?
Is it his lips, his six-pack, his sense of humour? Ladies, vote and let us know which attribute of a man turns you on the most!
Read a book with legs
Raja Sen muses on the things you can do with a book with legs.
Gaming review: Fight Night Champion
For the first time in the series, Fight Night Champion introduces a story mode, and throughout the ten-odd hours it took me to complete it, one question kept popping into my head: Why didn't they do this sooner?
iPhone games: Tiny Wings knocks down Angry Birds
In almost all stores worldwide, Tiny Wings is currently topping the charts in top paid apps category and has also got featured by Apple.
XIM grad who dumped corporates for villages
Inir Pinheiro skipped placement offers after his MBA at the Xaviers Institute of Management in Bhubhaneshwar, to start up his own company, Grassroutes. The tourism initiative offers city dwellers a chance to holiday in India's villages and get acquainted with its distinct local culture.
'Indian women are challenging the glass ceiling'
We bring you edited excerpts from India's Foreign Secretary Nirupama Rao's keynote address on 'Women in Public Service' at the DRDO Workshop, on 'Worldwide Women's Leadership and Critical Success Factors for R & D'.
'Two different Indias are being born'
'India is about 50 years behind China in the quest to eliminate illiteracy. At this point of time, about a third of India's working age population has never been to school and on current trajectories, even 20 years from now, about almost a fifth of India's working age population will not ever have had any formal education -- not even one year of schooling.'
'We used mother's chunni to strain bhang thandai!'
Adapted from their TV show 'Highway on my Plate', anchors Rocky and Mayur have written an Indian guide to roadside eating of the same name. With Holi around the corner, we bring you an excerpt on how to celebrate it in style.
Reader invite: Share your Holi recipes!
Have any special Holi recipes you'd like to share with us? Simply write in to us! Meanwhile here are some recipes you can try out this weekend!
PIX: Manish Malhotra weaves magic on the ramp
The ace designer closed Day Two of the Lakme Fashion Week with a stunning creation.
Lola Kutty: I don't find Indian cricketers hot!
We caught up with TV personality Lola Kutty at Lakme Fashion Week and she gave us the dope on fashion, cricket and more!
PIX: Trendy African-inspired fashion hits runway
Here's what Masaba Gupta had to offer on Day Two of Lakme Fashion Week.
The world's youngest billionaires under 30
Forbes has come out with a list of the world's 20 youngest billionaires under 40. Here we carry eight billionaires under 30 who made their fortunes by the virtue of inheritance and hard work.
The world's top 10 universities
The Times Higher Education is out with the top 100 universities in the world, and Harvard is number one on the list.
GenNext goes gorgeous, sexy at Lakme!
Lakme Fashion Week's spring/summer installment opened with a showing by six GenNext designers who took the proven path of sophisticated and sexy instead of creative overdrive. Take a look.
Should you be excited about iPad 2?
Rediff staffer and Apple devotee Siddhesh Joglekar tells us whether it is worth going for iPad 2 after all.
Images: Sexy new stunners on the LFW ramp!
Here's a first look at the hot new models who will be gracing the ramp at Lakme Fashion Week later this month. Check it out!
Images: Exciting smartphones to look up to in 2011
Get Ahead reader Sanaullah Khan lists smartphones that will make a mark in 2011 in response to our reader invite.
'Women must let go of too much work-life pressure'
Media corporates gathered at The Economic Times event on March 5 discussed the role that women play at the workplace today, the challenges they face and more.
Top 5 free World Cup apps to get score updates
Mobile apps are just making lives easier, with the latest scores available on the move. If you happen to have an iOS based device -- the iPhone, iPod Touch or the iPad, there are a lot of apps which may be of interest to you. Here are our top 5 picks.
You CAN check my e-mail: New relationship rules!
From cradle snatching to teenage sex, this new generation of Indians doesn't mind letting the girl be in charge.
How to stay safe on social networks
Abhay Bhargav on how hackers obtain your confidential data using social network website and how you can stay safe while networking with friends.
Quiz: Find out YOUR Facebook 'type'!
A research has found that there are basically six types of users on Facebook. Here's a quiz, compiled by online giftcards company Suga Lumps, which will tell you what kind of user you are!
Overcoming the stigma of a stammer
It's difficult to understand why people begin to stammer, but everyone who's been through it can relate to the frustration, stigma, and anxiety that it creates.
iPad-2 vs the 'copycats': Let the tablet war begin
Here's how Apple's latest iteration of iPad -- iPad 2 -- stacks up against its nearest competitors: The Motorola Xoom and Samsung Galaxy Tab.
What men think of besides sex: Blank book a hit!
Opening up to the first page of this latest bestseller is sure to surprise and amuse you!
10 iPhone games to look forward to in 2011
Get Ahead reader Mohit Sureka lists down 10 iPhone games that are likely to become a rage in 2011.
How to make Pasta in White Sauce
As part of our ongoing series, we invite readers to share their recipes with us! Deepti Jain shows us how to make Pasta in White Sauce
5 myths about men and sex
There are many myths surrounding men and their physiques, right from the size of their feet to their sex lives.
Mr Average, Ms Hottie: Relationship likely to fail
A new research has suggested that relationships in which the woman is more attractive than the man are more likely to fail.
'We want to build a community of avid book lovers'
Mayank Dhingra started Dial-a-Book, a home delivery service for books, with one vision: to create a community of avid book readers. You can order a book anywhere: on the phone, through the Internet, on Facebook, and on Twitter.
Six must-have iPhone apps
Finding gems among the three lakh-plus Apple apps can be quite a daunting task. Which is why, we are doing it for you.
Video: How to make Paneer Pasanda
As part of our ongoing series we invite readers to share their recipes with us!
The sexiest bikes on Indian roads
Let's explore some of the sexiest rides on Indian roads!
Quiz: What turns men on MOST about women?
Is it her hair, her eyes, her ability to hold a conversation? Guys, vote and let us know which attribute of a woman turns you on the most!
Must-have gadgets: FB, PlayStation phones and more
The Mobile World Congress 2011 brought quite a few interesting devices and technologies to the forefront, and while none of them were shockingly new, some stood out much further than others.
'Resilience of the Indian people is unparalleled'
As part of an ongoing series, we bring you stories of young Indian Americans who came looking for the Real India and found their real selves instead. Rucha Desai recounts his trip to India.
Are you a gadget freak? Find out!
Gadget freaks are a complex personality; there are various characteristics to their demeanour. A look at typical gadget freaks.
Destination dos replace the Big Fat Indian wedding
The Big Fat Indian wedding is being traded in for a smaller one in foreign countries, preferably in Southeast Asia -- we examine the growing trend.
'I find myself stained, breathless, renewed '
As part of an ongoing series, we bring you stories of young Indian Americans who came looking for the Real India and found their real selves instead. Rucha Desai recounts his trip to India.
Readers' recipe: How to make Apple Crumble
As part of our ongoing series we invite readers to share their recipes with us! Sudeshna Bandyopadhyay wrote in to us and showed us how to make Apple Crumble
Is Internet the newspaper killer?
In the next couple of years it will be a world where all the content lies online. All of us need to prepare ourselves for the time when newspapers will only survive online.
Pehla Nasha: 'She is my angel'
It may all seem a little funny now and may mean nothing to you beyond a fond memory, but it's fun reminiscing all about your first love!
'The Jaipur Foot institution was magical'
As part of an ongoing series, we bring you stories of young Indian Americans who came looking for the Real India and found their real selves instead. Rupak Basu recounts his trip to India.
Pehla Nasha: 'My life has been a silent breeze'
It may all seem a little funny now and may mean nothing to you beyond a fond memory, but it's fun reminiscing all about your first love!
Reader recipe: How to make Fried Coconut Rawa Idli
We invite readers to share their recipes with us! Deepti Jain wrote in to us and showed us how to make Fried Coconut Rawa Idli
Winners of the 'Love Story in 140' contest!
We invited you to share your love story in 140 characters. Here are the winners. Are you one of them?
'I was no longer in my parents' India'
As part of an ongoing series, we bring you stories of young Indian Americans who came looking for the Real India and found their real selves instead. Punal Bhavsar recounts his trip to India.
De-friending, RTing, Hashtag: Hep online lingo!
Don't know the difference between De-friending, RTing, Hashtag and Facebook Whale? We give you a lowdown on the hottest phrases that are fast becoming the lingua franca of Young India.
Just press 5683 to feel love
According to a German study, typing numbers on your mobile phone keypad that correspond to positive emotions make you feel better
'I learned how people in India persevere'
As part of an ongoing series, we bring you stories of young Indian Americans who came looking for the Real India and found their real selves instead. Nilay Suresh Shah recounts his trip to India.
Futuristic credit cards straight out of X Files!
Get set for a whole new range of credit cards. Plastic cards will be passe soon. They will be replaced by the next generation of credit cards, which is all set to make its debut!
How to make Palak Paneer Kofta Curry
We invite readers to share their recipes with us! Maahi Gupta wrote in to us and shared with us a recipe of Palak Paneer Kofta Curry. Share yours too!
Five people you should AVOID dating at work!
Things really can go wrong when you become romantically involved with someone at your workplace -- and what matters the most is who you're dating.
'India is more than a menagerie of monuments'
As part of an ongoing series, we bring you stories of young Indian Americans who came looking for the Real India and found their real selves instead. Bharat Kumar recounts his trip to India and tells Arthur J Pais about the one thing he could never have imagined himself doing.
Your browser, your enemy
How to protect your computer from some deadly viruses that hackers use to turn your everyday web browser against you.
Pehla Nasha: 'With her time just flew'
It may all seem a little funny now and may mean nothing to you beyond a fond memory, but it's fun reminiscing all about your first love!
Love in 140 characters: You r the adrak in my chai
Here are the final set of responses to our contest inviting you to share your love story in not more than 140 characters.
The longest kiss in history: A 46-hour smooch!
A Thai couple has made history with the longest kiss ever during a Valentine's Day 'kissathon' after they locked lips for 46 hours, 24 minutes and nine seconds.
Buying an Android phone? What you must know
A doctor by profession, Get Ahead reader Kumar Arpit has been blogging on gadgets and gaming since last seven years. He sent this contribution in response to our reader invite.
On her 16th birthday, she chose to give back
On her 16th birthday, she chose to give back
Your romantic horoscope for 2011!
What can single Scorpios expect out of this year? Which other signs is a Libran compatible with? Astrologer Mandaar Naik answers all these questions and more in this Valenine's Day Zodiac special.
DTH services: Don't get lured by gimmicks
Does the use of MPEG-4 automatically imply a better quality of audio and video than MPEG-2? Or is this just a marketing gimmick aimed at getting mileage out of a newer technology that isn't necessarily better?
Gender Benders: The fairer sex wants less tech
Why stop at mobile phones? Mitali Parekh has some interesting suggestions... you've been warned!
'What I'd taken for granted was precious to them'
As part of an ongoing series, we bring you stories of young Indian Americans who came looking for the Real India and found their real selves instead. Shivani Sheth speaks to Arthur J Pais
Pehla Nasha: 'Was she actually talking to ME?'
With Valentine's Day coming up, we invited readers to share stories of their first loves with us. Here is the next set of responses!
Gadgets, games, technologies that bombed in 2010
There were several gadgets and technologies that simply bombed in 2010! Few didn't quite match up to the expectation, few sucked look-wise and few went out of reach just for their sky-touching price!
The Sex Survey: What kind of lover are YOU?
Ever had sex in a public place? Or been intimate with a partner of the same sex even though you're not homosexual? We're conducting a survey on the sexual habits of youngsters, so take our poll and let us know -- results will be published within a fortnight!
Can Google's Nexus S beat iPhone 4?
With the release of Nexus S, Google hopes to achieve much greater success than it did with the Nexus One. And to achieve that Google made sure that their latest handset is loaded with both amazing features and the latest technology.
Pehla Nasha: 'Her soft hands, twinkling eyes...'
With Valentine's Day coming up, we invited readers to share stories of their first loves with us. Here is the next set of responses!
'Impossible to visit India and remain indifferent'
As part of an ongoing series, we bring you stories of young Indian Americans who came looking for the Real India and found their real selves instead. Esha Khurana speaks to Arthur J Pais.
Pehla Nasha: '11 years later, she met my fiance'
With Valentine's Day coming up, we invited readers to share stories of their first loves with us. Here is Get Ahead reader Naveen's sweet and innocent love story!
Chinese zodiac: 2011, Year of the Rabbit!
On the occasion of Chinese New Year today, we bring you a look at what the Year of the Rabbit has in store for you!
Most-awaited gadgets and tech of 2011
Technologies and gadgets that will take your breath away in 2011.
MasterChef India: Her cooking is worth a crore!
Rajul Hegde interviews Pankaj Bhadouria of Lucknow, winner of MasterChef India.
'India has helped me search deeper within myself'
Arthur J Pais charts out the fascinating journey of 14 young American Indians who went looking for the Real India but found their real self instead! Do read on
Pehla Nasha: 'My first V-Day gift cost Rs 20!'
With Valentine's Day coming up, we invited readers to share stories of their first loves with us. Here is the first set of responses!
He helps the visually-impaired take up photography
A photographer enables his visually impaired students to take up the camera.
An ode to shopping
Divya Swami Attri loves shopping. But has she become a shopaholic she asks herself.
A game every PS3 owner must pick up
LittleBigPlanet 2 is a great game. It offers fun for all ages and lets the whole family play together. It's a title every PS3 owner must pick up.
Pehla Nasha: V-Day tales of your First Love!
We want to hear all about the first time you fell in love, so write in and tell us your story.
Apple-BSNL to bring iPad to India
With 3G-enabled smartphones and network coverage finally starting their gradual proliferation of the market, Apple has finally announced it will be releasing the much awaited and almost outdated (the iPad 2 might just be around the corner) iPad in India, in partnership with BSNL.
25 games to play before you die
A brief rundown of the finest single-player gaming experiences created by man.
The blues, with love from Shillong
Soulmate from Meghalaya is belting out 12 bars across the globe. Sumit Bhattacharya listens in.
Look: Superbike Aprilia launched in Mumbai!
Here's a first look at Italian motorcyle giant Aprilia's Indian debut!
Shopping woes: 'The diamond ring racket!'
We recently carried the tale of a reader's unpleasant shopping experience and invited you to write in with yours. Here are a few more responses!
Mobile Number Portability is magic
Today my mobile service provider made me feel very special. Reason? I initiated the first step to change my service provider by getting a Unique Portable ID.
Shopping woes: 'The 'lucky draw' cost us 1 lakh!'
We recently carried the tale of a reader's unpleasant shopping experience and invited you to write in with yours. Here are a few more responses!
Shopping woes: 'I am waiting for my free gifts!'
Shopping is supposed to be fun, but for these folks it turned out to be anything but! Share your shopping woes with us
Shopping woes: 'My wife nearly passed out!'
We recently carried the tale of a reader's unpleasant shopping experience and invited you to write in with yours. Here are a few more responses!
Shopping woes: They wanted my credit card details
Shopping is supposed to be fun, but for these folks it turned out to be anything but!
'I was a paying customer, but he shooed me away!'
We recently carried the tale of a reader's unpleasant shopping experience and invited you to write in with yours. Here are a few more responses!
Shopping woes: 'Took 10 weeks to return my money!'
Yesterday, we carried the tale of a reader's unpleasant shopping experience and invited you to write in with yours. Here is another response!
First kiss more memorable than losing virginity
Be it behind the bike sheds or at the school disco, you are more likely to remember your first romantic kiss with your partner, more so than losing your virginity.
Shopping woes: 'Never, ever pay in advance!'
Yesterday, we carried the tale of a reader's unpleasant shopping experience and invited you to write in with yours. Here is the first set of responses we've received!
Trendsetting technologies in 2011
Take our word... the technologies/gadgets mentioned here are the latest drones. And the drone is not going to die soon. These would, of course, be the trendsetters in the days to come...
'Gift coupon? The store gifted us trouble!'
Who can resist big discounts and freebies? We all love a great bargain, but reader Harsh Dadlani* endured more trouble than he bargained for when a friend of his tried to cash in a gift voucher from home department store Big Bazaar.
Rashmi Bansal: Happy New MBA
Rashmi Bansal, the author of bestsellers Stay Hungry Stay Foolish and Connect the Dots, asks if there is a vision behind producing MBAs in tier- 3 B-schools in tier-2 towns.
Love story: I feared losing her as a friend
We invited readers to share stories of how they met their spouses and interesting anecdotes about their wedding day. Along Kumar shares his account of how he met his wife, thought he'd almost lost her and won her hand!
Top 10 web services and apps of 2010
Looking back at the top 10 web services and apps released in 2010 that changed the way we network on the world wide web.
Love story: At first I was scandalised
We invited readers to share stories of how they met their spouses and interesting anecdotes about their wedding day. Gauri Patil shares her love story.
'Swimming is to fish as shopping is to women!'
Last week, we invited readers to send in funny one-liners on women and their shopping obsession.
Astrospeak: Your zodiac forecast for 2011!
Here's a look at what the stars predict for the coming months.
What I want in 2011: 'A 1BHK in Mumbai!'
On December 31, we invited you to share your biggest wish for this year. We bring you the first few responses!
Love story: Matches are indeed made in heaven
We invited readers to share stories of how they met their spouses and interesting anecdotes about their wedding day. Vidya Subramanian shares her love story.
Google vs Facebook: Who will win in 2011?
Get Ahead reader John Paul gives his five cents on the battle to win the web between Google and Facebook.
10 tips on how to stick to New Year's resolutions!
A study has found that most people who make New Year's resolutions fail to keep them within one week of starting. Now tips have been offered to help them reach their goals.
A newbie's guide to Android!
Ever thought about going deep and knowing Android inside out? Here's the right place...
What do YOU want most in 2011?
It could be world peace or a brand new Mercedes -- let us know what you want most in the New Year!
Must Read: Things that make India tick!
We love some, we hate some but we can't do without any of them!
Throw away your DVD players. Streamers are here
Let us run you through the latest in the world of audio, video players and Internet media available in India today.
Seven ways to fix your crumbling romance
Is your relationship on the rocks? Here's one woman's account of how she saved a marriage that was on the downturn.
Gadgets: What to watch out for in 2011
A quick roundup of smartphones that were released in 2010, smartphones that are due for launch in the New Year and pathbreaking technologies that promise to produce clean energy inexpensively and transfer high-speed data on photon networks instead of fibre optics.
A guide to the perfect New Year's Eve bash!
New Year's Eve is the perfect time to throw a party -- everyone is in a festive mood, looking to mark the end of the year and to kick-off the new one with a bang.
The end of a friendship is as painful as divorce
Here's why calling off a friendship can hurt as much as ending a romance.
Top 10 Netbooks in India in 2010
Top 10 Netbooks in India based on the best configuration for a price point that ranges between Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000.
Couples who delay sex have better marriages
Today it is common for couples to explore their sexual compatibility before making long-term plans together. But a new study sides with a delayed approach, in which people wait for a deep level of commitment before having sex.
2010's list of the most annoying phrases
The Plain English Foundation drew up a list of annoying words and phrases for 2010. And yes Palin's 'refudiate' made the cut too!
Quotable quotes: Women and the shopping obsession!
Heard a funny one-liner? Or better still, have you come up with one yourself? Share it with us!
Love story: 'We married after courting for 12 yrs'
We invited readers to share stories of how they met their spouses and interesting anecdotes about their wedding day. Here's Satyajeet Gopal's account of how Bharadwaj Srivatsa courted his cousin Sushma for 12 years before getting married!
Love story: 'She travelled 1700 km for me'
We invited readers to share stories of how they met their spouses and interesting anecdotes about their wedding day. Here's Satyajeet Gopal's account of how his wife Samjana and he got married despite opposition from his family
Top 10 Laptops under Rs 50K
Here's a list of the hot laptops that you must consider before buying one for yourself this season
Why men cheat: 'I'll have what he's having!'
Last week, we invited readers to send in funny one-liners on why men cheat. Here are the best responses!
Love story: 'At first I didn't want to meet her!'
We invited readers to share stories of how they met their spouses and interesting anecdotes about their wedding day. Here's Vidhyashankar B's account of how he courted Bhavani.
Love story: 'In no time I said yes'
We invited readers to share stories of how they met their spouses and interesting anecdotes about their wedding day. Here's Kulbir Bhogal's account of how he first met the girl who would be his wife.
What impacted young Indians most in 2010
From scams and inflation to recession and a delay in reopening of colleges for the new academic year, find out what affected young Indians the most.
Too much sex 'could ruin your marriage'
Four days ago, we carried the findings of a study that said frequent sex could save a marriage. Now, a journalist who experimented with sex everyday for a month says that it led to her partner breaking off with her.
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When sex matters
A strong sexual connection can be a very powerful tool to help initiate and sustain a strong, committed relationship. This raises the obvious question: why is it that sex matters so much? In one word, the answer is 'intimacy', but there is more.
Quotable quotes: Why men cheat!
Heard a funny one-liner? Or better still, have you come up with one yourself? Share it with us!
Love story: 'She never took me seriously at first'
We invited readers to share stories of how they met their spouses and interesting anecdotes about their wedding day. Here's Pradeep Aswal's account of how he met his wife, Snigdha Nautiyal
'Don't buy into 'pay x and lose y kilos' programs'
We bring you an excerpt from celeb nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar's new book, 'Women & The Weight Loss Tamasha'.
Love story: 'I fell for her the moment I saw her'
We invited readers to share stories of how they met their spouses and interesting anecdotes about their wedding day. Here's Jayakrishnan's account of how he met his wife, Anitha.
Top 5 tablet devices in India
Get Ahead readers Anand Parekh and Akhilesh Vind have contributed this sneak review of top 5 tablets in India in response to our reader invite.
Best 3G smartphones of 2010
Get Ahead read Nisha Agarwal, a software engineer from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in response to our reader invite (below) sent us this snippety review of the best smartphones India saw in 2010.
Love story: Never knew my dream girl was so close
We invited readers to share stories of how they met their spouses and interesting anecdotes about their wedding day. Here's Sharon Alva's account of how he met his wife, Daina
Frequent sex can save an unhappy marriage: Study
An American research has suggested that regular sex can be a relationship saver for neurotic couples.
The real scoop on a satisfying sex life
Do you know everything about sex? Think again, for the more someone claims to know, the less they generally do know.
A little more water in the ocean
Pankhuri Jha, who has just started tenth grade at Hightstown, New Jersey, writes about her journey this year to India and her experience of working with street children in Delhi.
Gaming review: Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit
The Need for Speed series has been in the doldrums for years, only slightly managing to claw its way out with Shift last year. With Hot Pursuit it has got the desperately-needed reboot.
Shreya, The Lion Heart
Twentytwo-year-old Shreya Sen lost her right arm in the horrific Gyneshwari train mishap earlier this year, but she hasn't lost her will to succeed. The transcript of her inspirational chat with Rediff readers.
How to secure your wireless network
Vineet Kumar & Yash Kadakia of the National Anti-Hacking Group & Security Brigade on how you can protect your wi-fi enabled Internet connection from being hacked and misused.
Why women commuting alone at night spells danger
It doesn't always happen to someone else. Here's why it's better to be safe rather than sorry.
Love story: 'I stayed up nights chatting with her'
We invited readers to share stories of how they met their spouses and interesting anecdotes about their wedding day. Here is another response.
Pictorial warning for smokers? Companies shut shop
Do you think carrying pictorial warnings on Indian cigarette packets will discourage desi smokers? Tell us what according to you will reduce smoking amongst young Indians.
The hottest must-have gadgets of 2010!
In their latest issue, gizmo magazine Stuff India presents the best gadget innovations of 2010. So read on to get started on everything from the best gaming consoles, cellphones, tablets, laptops to dream machines!
Love story: 'Everyone at the wedding laughed!'
We invited readers to share stories of how they met their spouses and interesting anecdotes about their wedding day. Here are more responses.
The REALLY stupid things men do to impress women!
Sometimes there's no explanation why we do some really nutty things to score brownie points with the fairer sex, says Abhishek Mande.
Five keys to the perfect honeymoon
The amount of effort that goes into planning a wedding is astonishing. But in the course of planning the wedding, another important event can get overshadowed -- your honeymoon.
Smart, trendy phones launched this November
India, being a huge market for these latest toys known as smartphones, saw a flurry of smartphone launches this September. Here are some of the smart and trendy cellphones that caught ThinkDigit's eyes.
Love story: 'In a minute, I knew she was the one'
We invited readers to share stories of how they met their spouses and interesting anecdotes about their wedding day. Here are two more responses.
Unfair and unlovely: We still fear 'getting dark'
Be comfortable in your own skin, says Aarti Iyer.
How 3G technology will change our lives
A look at what 3G means and how it will change the way you consume telecommunication services and products in India in the years to come.
The top 10 ways to impress a woman!
When attempting to woo a woman, every man must remember that the slightest comment can make a big difference -- it could either flatter her to no ends, or offend her in ways that you didn't think was possible.
Love story: 'I thought his proposal was a joke'
We invited readers to share stories of how they met their spouses and interesting anecdotes about their wedding day. Here's Garima Chandra's account.
8 ways to make Google love your website
Here's how you can make Google sit up and take notice of your web site.
Love story: 'It wasn't love at first sight'
We invited readers to share stories of how they met their spouses and interesting anecdotes about their wedding day. Naveen Singh shares his story.
Top 10 tech cities in the world
Want to know why Tokyo, New York City, Bangalore, Seattle, Singapore, Seoul, San Francisco's Bay Area, Taipei, Hong Kong and Stockholm count amongst the top 10 tech cities in the world today?
PIX: Animal art to help conserve wildlife
Graphic artist Divya Thakur has undertaken to create a show, 'Animania', inspired by the animals venerated in Indian mythology as deities.
Love story: From best friends to soul mates
We invited readers to share stories of how they met their spouses and interesting anecdotes about their wedding day. Meenu Gupta shares her story
Dating: Hazards of wooing a fitness trainer!
As part of a light-hearted series, we bring you the lowdown on love in a truly unique fashion. This week: Hazards of Wooing a Fitness Trainer!
Love story: 'That flight would change my life'
We invited readers to share stories of how they met their spouses and interesting anecdotes about their wedding day. Here's the first response!
We don't hate love stories -- we love them!
Share stories of how you met your spouse and interesting anecdotes about your wedding day!
Readers' advice: Learn to say no to a cigarette
Former smokers share their experiences on how they went about kicking the butt.
How to build low-cost gaming PCs
Get Ahead reader Sampanna Kolhatkar contributed this article on building low-cost PCs in response to our reader invite.
First look: Dell unveils two new smartphones
Named the XCD28 and XCD35 they are priced at Rs 10,990 and Rs 16,990 respectively.
This Mumbai patisserie is choco-heaven!
Get Ahead readers Marinha J Fernandes, who visited Mumbai's famous patisserie Theobroma writes about her experience.
Readers' advice: How to kick the butt!
On November 11 we asked our readers if Indian cigarette packs should also have photos detailing the harmful effects of smoking.
8 hot gadgets worth checking out...
A sneak review of eight gadgets-- Dell Inspiron 15R, MSI FX600, Micromax X550 3D Qube, Samsung 3D LED TV 9000, G-Fone 468, Dell Inspiron M501R, KYE Genius -- Traveler 900 Mouse and Samsung Wave. Here's what's hot and what's not in these gadgets...
Little things your loved ones do for you
Tell us about that special person in your life and the little things s/he does for you.
Soon, 9-inch 'Sky Heel' to hit stores!
Shoppers are all set to go Gaga for new platforms which will be the highest available on the High Street -- at a whopping nine inch heel.
Out to impress? 10 tips for a first date!
It's as unnerving as a final exam, but if you want to make sure your first date with someone is a success, here's what you need to keep in mind.
Biggest mistake: 'I should've become a doctor'
We invited readers to share with us the one thing in their life they'll always regret. Tell us of your experiences.
Top 5: Games that will rock your world this season
Even though the year's coming to an end, the best is yet to come.
Hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy Tab
This is not a thorough test, a hands-on review of the latest tablet from Samsung: The Samsung Galaxy Tab.
Survey: 53% of Indian men have faked an orgasm!
In its November issue, FHM Magazine quizzed young men about their sex lives -- and the results are rather surprising!
Gadget reviews: MacBook Pro, JooJoo tablet, more
A sneak peek at 12 hot gadgets that could be yours this festive season.
Images: Diwali with Lord Rama
One of the popular legends behind Diwali is that it marks Lord Rama's return from exile. Sanjay Patel presents the story before from Ramayana: The Divine Loophole.
Special: Red, White and Blue Diwalis
Shobhan Bantwal says her Diwalis have taken on a different glow.
Parade of sweets: Diwali delicacies!
Satarupa Banerjee offers sweet recipes to celebrate the dazzling festival of lights.
We don't want these Diwali gifts -- do you?
Use a little imagination, people, or you'll fizzle like a firecracker gone wrong with these Diwali gifts!
Special: 'On Diwali, I feel my Indianness'
Aseem Chhabra relishes celebrating his otherness during the festival.
Reflections on Diwali...then and now
Murali Kamma misses receiving Diwali cards.
Vote! The best Diwali gifts this festive season
We're done to death with mithai and dry fruits! What would you like to recieve as a Diwali gift? Take our poll and let us know!
Mixed Masala Diwalis: Inter-faith revelry
Indian Americans in inter-faith marriages tell Sandip Roy how they celebrate the festival.
Diwali delights:Mava Karanji, Coconut Barfi & more
We invited readers to share their favourite festive delicacies. Here we post some of the responses we recieved. Share yours!
The new, safe way to invest this Dhanteras
This Dhanteras, try a newer way to invest in those precious metals, without having to worry about its safety.
Amidst dance and music, Sikhs crown Mr Singh
Uday Kuckian and Abhishek Mande watch hunks from across the country put their best foot forward in this unique community fashion show.
Unusual Diwali gifts for your child and parents
Diwali is less than a week away and you must already be busy thinking of what to gift your dear ones this year.
5 low-cal Diwali desserts to keep sugar in control
Got a sweet tooth? Enjoy these festive preparations without excess sugar and calorie intake!
Now, 'vampire sex' to boost your love life!
Wondering what new things you can try between the sheets? Well, the answer could be intense, wild, and dramatic vampire sex.
Now, a model-hunt for Sikhs!
Hitesh Harisinghani and Abhishek Mande sit in on an unusual model training session and watch turbaned hunks compete for Mr Singh India 2010.
Michelle Obama's Indian shopping list!
Mrs O, if you're listening, we've saved you the trouble of compiling a shopping list. Here's what you simply have to take home with you when you visit our lovely country!
A beginner's guide to Gaming PCs
For all the gaming enthuiasts out there, Get Ahead reader K Sampanna gives you the lowdown on Gaming PCs.
Akshay Kumar shares his fave recipe!
The Bollywood superstar has shared his fave recipe on Twitter!
It's your brain that falls in love, not your heart
Given your heart to someone? Check it out, you might have surrendered your brain too, scientists say.
Hooked on Move games? 5 titles to watch out for!
The next few months have quite a few Move titles coming our way and we've zeroed in on five of the most interesting ones.
Recipes for a delicious Diwali? Share them!
We want your favourite festive recipes -- simply fill up the form and we'll publish them right here!
Why some women make excuses not to have sex
Some women claim to have a headache, while others pretend they are too tired. But now, experts have a scientific explanation as to why such women give their husbands excuses for not wanting to have sex.
These celebs don't own cars, furniture or toilets!
Actor Vincent Kartheiser, Robert Pattinson, singer Jane Siberry, Apple co-founder Steve Jobs and New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg are among the minimalist celebrities, who are rich but like to shun material goods.
Does reading about celebs impact your health?
Is there an upside to media coverage of celebrities' private lives? A new study suggests that it has a positive impact on readers' health.
Celebs share their Karva Chauth plans
Rajul Hegde caught up with a few TV stars and got them to tell us what significance the festival holds for each of them.
Karva Chauth: 'Both moons rose together'
We invited readers to share stories of their most unforgettable Karva Chauth with us. Here are two more responses.
Enjoy the holiday season: Suggest Diwali getaways!
With Diwali coming up, everyone is making plans to get away to weekend hotspots and we want suggestions from you. Help other readers discover new, exciting places closest to their cities by filling up this quick travel form.
Apple unveils Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, new MacBook Air
A lot happened at Apple's Back to the Mac event recently, from a new MacBook Air duo to the unveiling of Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, with the Mac App Store and iLife somwhere in between.
Dating series: Hazards of wooing a marketing exec!
As part of a light-hearted series, we bring you the lowdown on love in a truly unique fashion. Today: The Hazards of Wooing a Marketing Exec!
Men find women in red more desirable, says study
Women in red seem more attractive to men, according to a new study from University of Rochester.
'I got my first romantic gift on Karva Chauth'
Yesterday, we invited readers to share stories of their most unforgettable Karva Chauth with us. Here is the first response, from Nupur Yeshwanth Raj of Bangalore.
Reader review: Sony Ericsson J105 Naite smartphone
Get Ahead reader from Chandigarh, Rajat Sharma, sent us this in-depth review of the Sony Ericsson J105 Naite GreenHeart.
50% of readers spend more than 25K on a cellphone!
Last month, we invited readers to participate in our Mobile Phone Habits Poll, to establish what kind of cell phone users they are. After running the questions for a period of time, we now have the results for you and they're rather interesting!
A Karva Chauth I'll never forget
Tell us your Karva Chauth story -- good, bad, funny or disastrous, we want to hear them all.
Salman Khan likes Underground Authority!
Meet the boy band from Kolkata who have caught Bollywood biggie Salman Khan's fancy.
Best QWERTY mobile phones to suit your pocket!
A look at the features and prices of top 10 budget QWERTY phones for this festive season.
Tech-savvy kids losing out on life's smaller joys?
Even as we cope with the reality of fast-paced technology, we need to pass on a few smiling moments from our past to our kids, feels Veenu Puri Vermani.
Buying LED TV this festive season? Read this
Ashish Narsale explains how some companies are promoting LED backlight TVs as LED TVs.
What's the best day to have sex?
Here's a new study that tells you the special thing attached to each day of the week.
Look: Most expensive mobile for 5 million pounds!
Lay your eyes on the world's most expensive phone -- an Apple iPhone 4, which is enclosed in 500 flawless cut diamonds, equivalent to 100 carats.
Images: Navratri revelry in full swing!
We bring you glimpses of Navratri celebrations in India and abroad.
The Chilean miners won a life battle: Have you?
The most critical situation of their lives involved nearly ten weeks half-a-mile below the surface of the earth, not knowing if they'd ever make it out alive. What was yours?
Delivering Big B's eco message to the South Pole
Satish Sikha, a Toronto-based designer, has collected 1,162 messages -- each on a one yard-long fabric -- from celebrities and scholars around the world, all talking about protecting the environment.
1 in 6 hide secret bank account from partner!
Do you keep your partner in the dark about your money? One in six people own a secret bank account that they hide from their partner, according to a new study.
Reader reviews: Nokia C3, Apple iPad and HTC HD2
Get Ahead readers Vishal and Saurabh review Nokia C3, HTC HD2 and iPad. Both are self-avowed gadget geeks.
10 futuristic laptop designs to watch out for!
10 revolutionary concept laptops that can change the way we look at computing, design and aesthetics.
Why you shouldn't shrug off premarital counselling
You may be in love, but pre-marital counselling may still go a long way in helping you dscover whether you're ready to take the plunge.
The dating series: Hazards of wooing a teacher!
As part of a light-hearted series, we bring you the lowdown on love in a truly unique fashion. Today: The Hazards of Dating a Teacher!
What are you wearing this Navratri?
Are you celebrating Navratri in style? Show us your stylish festive outfit!
9 hot gadgets: iPhone 4, Nokia X2, Lenovo, more
Here are 9 hot gadgets worth drooling over: Apple iPhone 4G, Nokia X2, Asus U43Jc Bamboo Collection notebook, Lenovo Y-series notebooks, Apple 27-inch LED Display, Fujifilm Finepix S1800, Toshiba Portege T210, Samsung Floor Standing ACs and Moser Baer MP565-2G MP3 player. Enjoy!
Official: Women use their gender like a weapon!
Scientists have proven that women frequently use their sex as a get-out clause for everything from crying to their failure to take the bins out!
Reader review: Why I went for Samsung Wave S8500
Get Ahead reader Vinayak Gupta has contributed this review of Samsung Wave S8500 in response to our reader invite.
Dell's Streak tablet-phone in India; Priced at 35K
Dell has launched the 5-inch Dell Streak, a tablet-cum-phone at Rs 35,000, which will become one of the biggest phones in the country.
Men tend to overrate their own sexual prowess!
This probably comes as no surprise to all the women out there, but men think they satisfy their partners more often than they actually do, according to a US survey.
Now you can track your e-mail, for free!
E-mail has become the main tool of personal communications today, second only to the phone call. Of course, it comes with its own set of problems. Here's how to get around it all, for free.
Quiz: How well do you know your SMS lingo?
Think you were born speaking SMSese? Take this quiz and find out how clued in you really are!
10 things men should never ask women
An author has come up with a list of 10 top dating tips to guide men on what they should never say to women.
9 games to watch out for in October 2010
Watch out for these nine games that are likely to raise the heat in the gaming arena in October this year.
The dating series: Hazards of wooing a lawyer!
As part of a light-hearted series, we bring you the lowdown on love in a truly unique fashion.
Unusual monsoon pics: Bidding the rains farewell
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here is the last set of responses!
1992-2010: How life has changed!
What do we have now that we didn't back then? Tell us what you think is different about life today from 18 years ago!
First look: A gadget bike for James Bond
A James Bond bike with flame-thrower and ejector seat is set to be unveiled in London.
Bangalore luxury spa plays host to Duchess Camilla
It seems Duchess of Cornwall Camilla (formerly Parker Bowles) is making the most of the time she spends in the country.
Unusual monsoon pics: An unsatiable thirst!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Unusual monsoon pics: Singing in the rain
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Meet the creatures that created Wikipedia
7 editors that make up the phenomenon that is Wikipedia.
How to choose the right cordless phone
A low-down on the points to consider when choosing the right cordless phone for your home.
New-age ethnicwear: Love it or hate it?
We take a look at some of the more out-there fusion creations and ask you to tell us if they get your thumbs up...
Makeup magic: Models, before and after!
Make-up they say changes everything. At the Lakme Fashion Week, we caught up with three models before they put on their make-up and after they donned the look they were supposed to wear on the ramp for various designers.
Would you dare to wear these bold designs? Vote!
Take a look at some of the more daring creations on display at LFW.
The madness behind the calm called Fashion Week
Everyone gets to watch the fashion week action on TV, web and mobile. But what goes on behind the brightly lit ramp? Dominic Xavier and Abhishek Mande take a trip to discover the madness behind the calm called the fashion week.
The 'mini' sari: fab or flop? Vote!
Does this quirky twist on the traditional sari get your vote?
Spotted: Big B, Jaya make an appearance at LFW
Amitabh Bachchan and wife Jaya attended the Nachiket Barve showing on Day 3.
PIX: Chitrangada sizzles on the catwalk
A burst of colour and embroidery inspired by the ripples of water defined Arpan Vohra's collection on DayThree of Lakme Fashion Week.
Fashion: 1930s vintage glam from Ritu Kumar
Day Two of Lakme Fashion Week drew to a close with Ritu Kumar's pret brand Label showcased. Check it out.
All-male fashion show at LFW.. at last!
Here's a glimpse of Sanjay Hingu's menswear from Day Three of the LFW.
Pix: Meet the young turks of Indian fashion
They saw their careers take root at Lakme Fashion Week in the last few years. Now, in a showing that's the first of its kind, these designers put up a united front and visited looks from their past to create new collections for 'Five years of Gennext' -- take a look.
Is this what you call fashion? Vote!
Accessories designer and stylist Shilpa Chavan has moved into mainstream fashion here at the LFW, although her creative output still shorts out the wearability scale! Take a look.
Vote: Are these outfits brilliant or just bizarre?
Take a look at some of the more out-there designs that showed at LFW adn tell us what you make of them!
Gabbar makes a style statement at Fashion Week
Does this Sholay-inspired jacket get your fashion vote?
Images: This sexy model is also a marathoner!
Meet Kavita Kharayat who stopped the show for Asmita Marwah on Day One of the Lakme Fashion Week
Spotted: Mallika ups the oomph at Fashion Week
The actress sure turned some heads at the mumbai Fashion Week on Day 1 in a bright yellow dress.
PIX: Off-ramp fashionistas go casual chic
While the fashion on the ramp at LFW was a mixed bag, there were some off-ramp style that got our thumbs up. We take a look...
Designerspeak: We love luxurious self-indulgence!
In an interview with rediff.com, designer Payal Singhal, who is showing at the upcoming Lakme Fashion Week, tells us about her decade-long foray into fashion.
Business of fashion: Here's what happens
Difficult as it may be to believe, business is conducted behind the glitz and glamour of fashion weeks. Buyers tell us how they decide what is 'too creative' to be saleable and the issues they face with designers.
Gadget reviews: HTC mini, Karbonn K777 and more
Four gadgets that will leave the geeks wanting more: HTC mini HD, the all-new Mac Mini, Karbonn K777 and Sony Cybershot W320.
Unusual monsoon pics: Fire in a wet sky
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
'Money buys happiness, if you know where to shop'
What does it take to find true happiness? Readers share their views. Share yours!
Unusual monsoon pics: Silent contemplation
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Unusual monsoon pics: The heavenly haunt
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Unusual monsoon pics: A watery haze
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
A Rs 36 lakh salary 'can buy you true happiness'
All those who say money can't buy happiness may have to bite their tongues, as a new study by American scientists suggests that 50,000 pounds can buy you all the joy you need.
Unusual monsoon pics: Soaring in the sky
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Tech buzz: 9 gadgets worth drooling over
A sneak peek at nine gadgets launched recently in India: Their features, price, specs and more.
Is it safe for women to travel solo in India?
Is it safe for women to travel solo in India? We ask readers to share their experiences and advice.
Unusual monsoon pics: Monkeying around!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Reality TV shows: More the talent, less the fame
When will all the singing talent unearthed on India's reality shows get their big break, wonder Hiral Gandhi and Suman Gedala, who belong to the class of 2010 at the University of Rochester.
10 things that will kill your relationship
Getting into a relationship is easy, but keeping it alive is the difficult part.
Lisa Ray: Of beauty and a battle for life
The Canadian model and actress who was in Mumbai to inaugurate a cancer institute says she's glad she spoke out about her condition.
Unusual monsoon pics: Horses in rainwear!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
How to check if a game will run on your PC
Getahead readers Anand Parekh and Akhilesh Vind advice you to follow these 7 steps to check if a particular game runs on your PC.
Teacher's Day special: Salutations to thee
On the occasion of Teacher's Day, Ministhy S, author and IAS officer, pays tribute to the teachers who have shaped her.
Princess Di lingerie ad courts controversy
A Chinese lingerie company has depicted Princess of Wales, Diana in bra and knickers on her death anniversary.
Review: Alienware laptops for a gamer
A sneak peek into three Alienware gaming laptops: their specs, performance, ratings and price.
Look: Maldives' underwater honeymoon suite!
A new honeymoon suite in the Maldives offers a breathtaking view of marine life -- be it day or night.
'He visited the slums to teach children like me'
In the week leading up to Teacher's Day on September 5, we bring you readers' stories about their favourite, most inspirational teachers.
A look at the new Nokia N8 smartphone
We recently got our hands on Nokia's upcoming flagship Symbian^3 device, the Nokia N8, which is due to release at the end of September. A hands-on preview to whet your appetite.
Unusual monsoon pics: Heart in the clouds
We invited you to send in unique rain-themed photographs -- odd scenes that are captured on a lens for posterity -- to share with other readers. Here are some more responses!
Eat, pray, love: Vote for romantic Indian hotspots
With Julia Roberts' latest movie Eat, Pray, Love -- much of which has been filmed in India -- releasing in India today, we take a look at the best places across the country to do just that!
Driving lessons: She had wine to calm her nerves!
On August 23, we invited you to share their funny driving lesson stories with us. Here is the first response from a reader in London.
The most expensive celebrity divorces
When the honeymoon's over and a marriage begins to crumble, the ensuing divorce can sometimes leave you with only crumbs in your wallet! We take a look at the most expensive legal separations in recent years.
The humble Vada Pav gets a net-savvy avatar
Goli Vada Pav, a Mumbai-based fast food chain, is a hit on FaceBook and YouTube with over 9,700 fans. A look at how the company using social networking to connect with the youth and push sales.
Eat, pray, love: India's most popular pilgrimages
With Julia Roberts' latest movie Eat, Pray, Love -- much of which has been filmed in India -- having released on August 13, we take a look at the best places across the country to do just that!
Tablet PCs get affordable in India
What's more costs are likely to fall further if the fire catches on and more and more Indians start demanding better and cheaper tablets.
Eat, pray, love: Vote for the best Indian foods!
With Julia Roberts' latest movie Eat, Pray, Love -- much of which has been filmed in India -- having released on August 13, we take a look at the best places across the country to do just that!
The dating series: Hazards of wooing a doctor!
As part of our weekly series on dating, we bring you the dos and don'ts of the love game broken up into different career choices. Today: The Hazards of Dating a Doctor!
PIX: Funky college fashion
Find out what undergrads like to wear while heading out to college.
Will India ride the mobile apps boom?
A peek into the industry that is mobile apps and its future in India.
Unusual monsoon pics: Room with a whew
We invited you to send in unique rain-themed photographs -- odd scenes that are captured on a lens for posterity -- to share with other readers. Here are some more responses!
Dual-booting with Windows and Linux? Here's how
How many of you have struggled with your PCs operating system, installing software, or with viruses in your computer? In response to our reader invite to Tech Wizards, Get Ahead reader M N Jayaram narrates how he managed to have Windows and Linux operating systems working on his PC. His story, his struggles.
'All that I am today is because of my sis'
Readers share their special brother-sister moments on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan.
Celebs share their Raksha Bandhan stories
Rajul Hegde caught up with a host of TV stars and got them to share their special memories and plans for Raksha Bandhan tomorrow.
A century of driving lessons and still fumbling!
Got any funny stories to share from when you were learning driving? Tell us about them!
Unusual monsoon pics: Sun peeps out
We invited you to send in unique rain-themed photographs -- odd scenes that are captured on a lens for posterity -- to share with other readers. Here are some more responses!
Unusual monsoon pics: Stormy winds lash out!
We invited you to send in unique rain-themed photographs -- odd scenes that are captured on a lens for posterity -- to share with other readers. Here are some more responses!
6 'entertainment-packed' phones for India
Sony Ericsson just unveiled six new phones in the Indian market, phones it describes as entertainment-packed. They are: Xperia X8 (previously known as Shakira), the affordable GreenHeart Cedar, the QWERTY messenger Aspen, and three Walkman phones -- Yendo, Spiro, and Zylo. Unfortunately, no pricing details have been revealed yet.
Your photos: Chasing the monsoon
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
The dating series: Hazards of wooing an IT geek!
As part of our weekly series on dating, we bring you the dos and don'ts of the love game broken up into different career choices. Today: The Hazards of Dating an IT geek!
Gadget watch: Nokia X2, Apple LED, Kindle 3G, more
A sneak peak into 14 gadgets released recently: four in India and the rest worldwide.
Indian wins US cooking reality show
Aarti Sequiera is all set to serve up American cuisine with a healthy dollop of Indian flavour after winning US reality television show The Next Food Network Star.
Blackberry vs PC: How emails work
A look at push mail versus pull mail services, their pros and cons and other mail deliery technologies.
'I was inconsolable on the day of her marriage'
Readers share their special brother-sister moments in the run-up to Raksha Bandhan. Share yours!
Now, a live fish necklace: Creative or cruel?
A necklace which encases live fish set amidst diamonds and other precious stones has caused animal lovers to raise a stink even as its designer claims he does not intend cruelty and merely wants to raise awareness about extinction of coral reefs.
Top 5 fun Android games of 2010
The Android OS from Google Inc is fast gaining popularity over other platforms like the Apple's iOS4, Nokia's Symbian, Microsoft's Windows and Samsung's Bada. As more and more developers get weaned away to the Android platform because of the versatility it offers, we present five fun must-have Android games for you in 2010.
Dostana: Friends broke my heart
Era Singh learned a few facts about friendship the hard way.
Seven sex myths women fret over
Lots of myths serve to prevent women from enjoying healthy sex. Here, we discuss some of these misconceptions.
First look: BlackBerry Torch scrutinised
Some blogs in the United States have already got their hands on the device, which was exclusively launched on AT & T, and all of them have a lot to say about how the phone feels and functions.
Unusual monsoon pics: Romance by the river
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Make love often: Advice from Andhra police!
Everyone's an expert on relationships lately and apparently, so is the Indian police!
Gadget reviews: Macbook Pro, HTC Legend and more
A look at some off the hottest gadgets out there and what they offer.
Rakhi: Share special sister-brother memories!
On the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, we invite you to share the special moments you have spent with your siblings right here!
Internet-addicted teens more prone to depression
A recent study has revealed that teenagers who use the Internet pathologically are more likely to develop depression than those who don't.
'Don't chase the money; chase the work'
Shruti Gupte, Production Designer on Aisha, tells us what it takes to be a successful production designer and how she made it in Bollywood.
Monsoon recipes: Mysore Bajji and Veg Chop
Readers share their favourite rainy day recipes with us. You can too!
Unusual monsoon pics: Victorious adventurers
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Look: Top 10 Tablet PCs
Probably, one of the biggest stories of consumer electronics in 2010 may just be the rise of the tablet computers. A sneak-peek at the top 10 of the lot.
Celebrity feuds: Will they ever make friends?
Uddhav-Raj, Shah Rukh-Salman and Anil-Mukesh are just some of the names you always thought to be inseparable before they went their own ways. We bring you a list of friendships we hope to see restored sooner rather than later.
Readers in Bengali, Maharashtrian bridal designs!
We invited readers to share photographs of their wedding day outfits with us -- here are the first couple of responses.
Unusual monsoon pics: Water fight!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Brilliant tips to stop telesales calls
We asked readers to send us tips on how they could avoid being harassed by telemarketers. Here are their brilliant and novel ideas.
Monsoon recipes: Crispy pakore for a rainy day
Readers share their favourite rainy day recipes with us. You can too!
Monsoon recipes: Deep-fried treats for a rainy day
Readers share their favourite rainy day recipes with us. You can too!
Breastfeeding should be a law: Gisele Bundchen
The supermodel claims that in addition to being the healthiest option for your baby, it's also the best thing to get you back into shape.
Unusual monsoon pics: Trying to take cover
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Planning to buy a 3D TV? Here's what you must know
It seems that everyone is talking about 3D television these days. Given the recent interest, we thought it would be appropriate to give a brief explanation of the mechanics behind 3D TV.
Best killer netbooks of 2010
By the year 2010, netbooks are predicted to be widely used. They are growing ever more convenient, functional, and practical, and in fact, may soon become the mobile device of choice. Here are best six in the market today.
Special: 'Bunking class made us best friends'
On the occasion of Friendship Day (the first Sunday of August) we invited readers to share how they met their best friend. Here we present the final batch of responses...
Attending a party? Don't end up in jail
The next time you attend a party to shake a leg, you may want to ensure beforehand that your hands are not jingling inside handcuffs before the night is through.
Unusual monsoon pics: Making a splash!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Special: 'True friends matter more than anything'
On the occasion of Friendship Day (August 1)we invited readers to share how they met their best friend. Here are some more responses we received.
Now, a mobile phone as loud as the vuvuzela!
Amplicom M6000 that comes equipped with a ring-tone that can blare out 100 decibels is ideal for people with hearing loss or the elderly.
5 media players better than the iPod, well almost
The best five of portable media players that give the iPod a run for its money, if not beat it soundly.
Friendship Day special: 'I thank God that we met'
On the occasion of Friendship Day (August 1)we invited readers to share how they met their best friend. Here are some of the responses we received.
Aussie chef: I love Indian food
World-renowned Aussie chef Curtis Stone is in town for a taste of India. Here's why.
Share your monsoon recipes!
Write in to us with instructions on how to prepare your favourite rainy-day foods and we'll publish your recipes right here on rediff.com.
Are you being physically abused?
No form of abuse should be acceptable in a relationship. Here's what you can do if you are a victim of domestic violence.
How did you meet your best friend? Tell us!
To celebrate the special bond of friendship this Friendship Day, we invite you to share the story of how you met your best friend. The best stories will be published right here on rediff.com!
Why it is ok to leave old friends behind
On the eve of Friendship Day on August 1, a friend broods over his friends that never were meant to be.
Unusual monsoon pics: Jewels of a different kind
We invited you to send in unique rain-themed photographs -- odd scenes that are captured on a lens for posterity -- to share with other readers. Here are some more responses!
Apple's latest: iMac, Mac Pro, LCD and more
Apple has launched its all new Mac Pro, iMac, and LED Cinema Display products, thereby completing its lineup refresh of 2010.
Now, a bookstore on wheels
Mitra & Ghosh Publishers Private Limited, one of the oldest and prominent publishing houses of the state, has taken the initiative of organising a mobile book fair across West Bengal, starting this month. Mitra & Ghosh is launching this venture in collaboration with Mass Education.
iPad owners are 'over-achieving selfish elites'
Dubbing iPad owners as 'over-achieving selfish elites,' a new survey has revealed that those who have Apple's 'magical device', are six times more likely to be wealthy, highly educated and sophisticated 30 to 50 year olds who value power and achievement.
Your monsoon pics: Clouds come calling
Readers share their favourite quirky rainy day photographs with us. Share yours too!
Gaming: US takes on Russia on Katorga-12
A diabolical Russian experiment using a highly volatile chemical goes kaput creating a rip in the time-space continuum, converting its denizens into time travelling mutants.
Are you a technosexual or mouse potato? Find out
Gadget dictionary terms that you all must know. Terms like technosexual, technoruptcy and mouse potato are just a few of them.
Unusual monsoon pics: After the rain
Readers share their favourite quirky rainy day photographs with us. Share yours too!
Hottest gadgets and gizmos to watch out for
A sneak peak into 14 gadgets released recently: six in India and the rest worldwide.
Unusual monsoon pics: Droplets on a window
Readers share their favourite quirky rainy day photographs with us. Share yours too!
Reader review: The Nokia N85
In response to Get Ahead's invite on Gadgets and Gaming, reader Avinash Venugopal reviews Nokia N85.
English sitcoms catch desi youth's fancy
Western television shows set based on friendships and independent young people have touched a cord with urban India
Unusual monsoon pics: Arcs in the sky
Readers share their unusual monsoon pictures. Share yours!
LG GW550: A 3G-enabled business phone at Rs 12.5K
Whatever the drawbacks of the LG GW550, it is certainly a great buy if an inexpensive full QWERTY device with 3G support is what you want.
Unusual monsoon pics: Rainbow over Sydney
We invited you to send in unique rain-themed photographs -- odd scenes that are captured on a lens for posterity -- to share with other readers. Here are some more responses!
Wandering along India's coast, following fish
Samanth Subramanian author of Following Fish shares with us his experiences of travelling across the nine Indian coastal states and swallowing a live fish in Hyderabad.
20 hottest concept mobile phones
Ever wondered what the future of mobile phones would be? Well we do. exHIBIT has made a list of what they think are the coolest concept phones presented in 2010. But do not ask where can you find them and at what price.
The dating series: Hazards of wooing a model!
As part of our weekly series on dating, we bring you the dos and don'ts of the love game broken up into different career choices. Today: The Hazards of Dating a Model!
Unusual monsoon pics: Floating footwear!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Sony Experia X10 Mini: Small wonder at Rs 15K
Though Sony Xperia X10 Mini is smaller in size, it is in no ways smaller in might. If its small size and alphanumeric typing does not bother you, go get this phone.
'Don't miss an opportunity to bunk classes'
There's something about life in college that's simply unforgettable. Here celluloid stars look back at their first day in college and most memorable times ever.
10 revolutionary technologies to watch out for
Nothing succeeds like excess and future tech provides you a glimpse of that. Here are 10 emerging technologies that Exhibit.co.in thinks could be manna from heaven.
Unusual monsoon pics: The umbrella improv!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Best healthy living destinations in India
Bolohealth presents a list of the best healthy living destinations in India to help you rejuvenate your body and refresh your mind.
The dating series: Hazards of wooing a journalist!
In a weekly series on dating that kicks off today, we're going to be bringing you the dos and don'ts of the love game broken up into different career choices. And self-depracating that we are, we decided to start with our own line of work: The Hazards of Dating a Journalist.
Unusual monsoon pics: Living on the edge!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here are some more responses -- and you can share yours too!
A must-read guide for buying entry-level digicams
The factors that determine if entry level digital cameras are worth the investment or not and if they are good or bad.
Unusual monsoon pics: Cradling a baby turtle!
We invited readers to send in their interesting monsoon snapshots. Here are the first few responses -- and you can share yours too!
Excerpt: The true artist is NOT above money
We bring you an excerpt from former TV writer Venita Coelho's book 'Soap', which discusses a career in Indian television and also serves as a handbook for beginners who want to make a career behind the camera.
'It doesn't hurt that meditation is now 'cool''
A change has come upon us, says Shwetal Rai, as she witnesses a phenomenon of ancient spritual practices creep silently into the lifestyles of the young and the restless.
Six natural ways to boost sexual desire
Amy Reiley, one of only two Americans to hold a Masters of Gastronomy degree from Le Cordon Bleu, has revealed the top six natural aphrodisiacs that will get you going.
iPhone 4 review: Pluses far outnumber the minuses
A striking new display in a bold new design. The iPhone4 from Apple is their best yet. Potential reception issues, though, could spoil an almost perfect device.
'I didn't know of a single outspoken gay person'
Debutante author Rahul Mehta tells Abhishek Mande how being gay Indian American has shaped his worldview and contributed to his first book.
I would switch lives with an Ambani: Sanjay Dutt
In an interview with rediff.com, the bad boy of Bollywood Sanjay Dutt gets candid about his career, personality and dispenses advice to youngsters.
Celeb marriages: Dhoni's happy ending
After numerous link-ups to glamorous women like Deepika Padukone and Asin, cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni finally tied the knot with Kolkata girl and hotel management student Sakshi Singh Rawat on Sunday. Here's a look at other A-list celebs who opted to marry a commoner instead of chasing after an equally famous partner.
Motorcycle Diaries: Taking the road to freedom
Keen on experiencing new cultures and places, many youngsters are taking to unconventional modes of transport to explore the country. Meet Sujay Ray, the marketing manager from Delhi who likes to ride his bike across India.
Sexy Bruna Abdullah shares beauty, fitness tips
Bruna Abdullah, from Cash and now I Hate Luv Stories, shares her story with Nithya Ramani.
Soccer gaming: What Pure Football has to offer
The well-designed campaign in this game is so completely undone by broken gameplay this one isn't even worthy of a bargain bin purchase.
Now, an online bookstore for everything gay
Mumbai-based social activist Shobhna S Kumar has launched queer-ink.com India's first online bookstore 'for everything queer'.
Why it doesn't make sense to buy the iPad...yet
If you are one of those swayed by the iPad and are itching to get one, our advice to you is simple: wait. Why? Because of these very valid reasons...
Making marriage work: How to beat the 3-year itch
Dr Vijay Nagaswami, talks about his new book The Fifty-50 Marriage: A return to intimacy, the problems young couples face a few years into their marriage and shares advice on how spouses can re-connect.
The break-up guide: How to cope with losing love
However you may be feeling right after a break-up, you need to remember that there is a light at the end of the tunnel and your grief, however deep it is, will not last forever.
'Modelling is a very short-lived profession'
The suicide of supermodel Viveka Babajee on June 25 has left the fashion industry reeling. We spoke to a few insiders to gain their perspective of life and relationships in the fast lane, how lonely it can get at the top and why the pressure is too much for some to handle.
Excerpt: On swallowing a live fish
Following Fish: Travels around the Indian Coast is a fascinating collection of nine essays on the life along India's coastline by Delhi-based journalist Samanth Subramanian. We bring you an excerpt.
Excerpt: This time he beat her up badly
We bring you an excerpt from 'The Fifty-50 Marriage: Return to Intimacy', the second in a series by psychiatrist and relationships counsellor Dr Vijay Nagaswami.
Nokia N900: A beast, but not very easy to tame
N900, Nokia's latest N-series offering, aims to redeem the premium line-up of the Finnish giant. It is basically an internet tablet with smartphone capabilities, and a successor to the N810.
Gaming review: Split Second
At its best, Split/Second beats the pants off the competition, but in opting for quality over quantity, it finds itself way too short on content. The powerplays are a joy to behold, but they get old quickly and there aren't enough environments to keep things fresh.
How to shoot like a professional photographer
It is better to learn from experience and suggestions than go through a formal process, feels photographer and avid traveller Avinash Anand.
Sexual harassment: Complaints harder on victims?
With an increasing number of women joining the workforce, the issue of harassment in the workplace is also on the rise.
Daddies and daughters: 'Making each day special'
On the occasion of Father's Day yesterday, Shweta Rai spoke to five father-daughter duos to explore the nature of this very special relationship.
Get into FIFA World Cup mania with your smartphone
Get into the FIFA groove with your phone Games, apps, score updates, statistics...there's something for everyone in the digital world around the World Cup.
How to be a good father: SRK
Since he is the face of Pepsodent toothpaste's 'Pappu and Papa' ad campaign, Shah Rukh Khan decided to give us his take on Father's Day in his own inimitable style.
What should Rahul wear to his wedding?
With Rahul Gandhi's 40th birthday coming up on June 19, we're guessing it's only a matter of time now before the wedding bells chime. We asked leading Indian designers to weigh in on what he should wear on such a momentous occasion.
Thanks dad for everything, says TV star Saakshi
Saakshi Tanwar, who played the iconic role of Parvati in the hit television series Kahani Ghar Ghar Ki and is one of the top small-screen actresses, shares her memories of her dad on Father's day.
TV stars share special Father's Day stories
Television actors Mona Singh, Gurmeet Chaudhary, Debina Bonnerjee and Raginni Khanna share their thoughts with Rajul Hegde on Father's Day.
My dad, my hero: He supported me when I lost hope
Father's Day is coming up on June 20 and we invited readers to share unforgettable memories of the time they spent with their dad. Here are some of the responses we received. Share yours!
Poll: A Suitable Girl for Rahulji
Rahul Gandhi turns 40 on June 19, but he is still the most eligible bachelor in the country. We've taken the liberty of short-listing a few accomplished ladies who would be worthy of his hand. Tell us who you think makes the cut.
Video: What young India wants from Rahul Gandhi
As Rahul Gandhi turns 40 on June 19, young people across the country spell out their expectations from this gen next leader.
Model Diandra Soares: Rahul, be naughty at 40!
Model Diandra Soares wishes Rahul Gandhi a very happy birthday.
Father's Day recipes: Omelette & Bitter Gourd Fry
We invited readers to share their father's kitchen capers and their experimental recipes.
IAS topper's mantras for success
'Know everything that there is to know about India. Learn about its politics, geography...' A fascinating encounter with Dr Shah Faesal, this year's IAS topper.
Gaming review: 2010 FIFA World Cup
Paying full price for fewer features in a game you won't play for more than three months just doesn't make sense. You'd be better off postponing your next football game purchase to October.
7 netbooks from the cheapest to the most powerful
A sneak peek at 7 netbooks based on their performance, look, form, price, mobility and ease to use.
My dad my hero: 'I owe him everything'
With Father's day coming up on June 20, we invited readers to share their favourite memories of their dad with us. Here are some of the responses we received. Share yours!
'Caste in census is a policy of divide and rule'
On May 11 we launched our campaign against caste in census 2011 and responses from readers have been pouring in. While some merely clicked the 'I am against the caste census' button, others were more vocal. We present what our readers had to say.
My dad, my hero:He never let us feel Mom's absence
With Father's day coming up on June 20, we invited readers to share their favourite menories of their dad with us. Here are some of the responses we received. Share yours!
Is Father's Day relevant in India?
Do you believe in celebrating Father's Day? Tell us!
Unusual summer pics: A balancing act!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are a few more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Why dads are the best...well, almost!
As Father's Day draws closer, Abhishek Mande takes a walk down memory lane and discovers why a father-son relationship will always be special.
Unusual summer pics: The friendly squirrel!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are a few more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Holidays are bigger turn-on than sex for women
Taking your lady for a trip away from home will certainly earn you some brownie points, because heading off on holiday is a far bigger turn-on for women than sex.
The pull of the Psybabas
It's hard to leave Bangalore's quirky new One Stop Psy Shop.
Dad: Maestro in the kitchen or mess-maker?
if he's a good cook, share your father's kitchen preparations with us for Father's Day!
Unusual summer pics: Getting along swimmingly!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are a few more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Your upbringing: Are you a prince or a pig?
We weigh in on the itty-bitty behaviour and manners that speak volumes regarding your upbringing!
Young, successful: But they cycle to work
A growing band of young, successful Indians are taking to cycling as a green lifestyle choice, but it's far from a smooth ride, find Tanushree Ghosh and Gargi Gupta.
My dad, my hero
This Father's Day, share your heroic dad story with us.
Stranded & rescued: 'He came out of nowhere!'
Readers tell their stories of being stranded and saved by unknown people. Share yours!
Unusual summer pics: Feel of the ferris wheel!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are a few more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Varanasi girl crowned Miss Tibet 2010
Twenty three-year-old Varanasi girl Tenzin Norzon was crowned Miss Tibet 2010 at the event organised at the Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts (TIPA) on June 6.
Keep your break ups drama-free like these celebs
When it's got to end, it's got to end. But don't make a mockery of your relationship even if you're hurting. It is possible to take the high road, like these celeb couples did.
Online comic lib offers Superman, Suppandi on rent
Bidisha Basu, Koel Chatterjee and Utsa Shome are comic book enthusiasts who have pooled their huge comic book and graphic novel collection and started a first-of-its-kind comic book library in Mumbai.
Unusual summer pics: Gulping down a waterfall!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are a few more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Stranded & rescued: 'It was a monsoon nightmare'
We invite readers to share their experiences when they were stranded in the middle of nowhere and strangers rescued them
Look at Facebook's new privacy settings
Find out what Zuckerberg means by giving give Facebook's users 'more control' over what they share.
Stranded & rescued: I was numb and just lay there
Readers tell their stories of being stranded and saved by unknown people. Share yours!
Shoot like a pro with your digital camera
Simple tips on how to get the best out of your digital camera.
Gaming: Bad Company 2 has no dull moment
The first noticeable change in Bad Company 2 is in the visual department. It is a massive improvement over its predecessor and easily earns its place amongst the best looking games around, especially when played on high settings on PC.
A marriage 'type' may determine its success
Research has seen marriages 'typed' -- and discusses their success rates depending upon the nature of the relationship.
'Stranded on the highway, I met God'
Abhishek Mande shares his experience of the time when he was stranded in the middle of nowhere and was helped out by a bunch of unknown people. Do you have a similar story to tell? Share it with us.
Top 10 most common sex myths revealed
Sex and desire have always been viewed to be a very important part of life, but it has emerged that most, in their pursuit for carnal satisfaction, ignore the safety and healthy bedroom rules.
Karan Bajaj: 'I've never faced writer's block'
Abhishek Mande interviews Karan Bajaj, author of the newest bestselling work of Indian fiction, Johnny Gone Down.
Size zero is unhealthy, says Rihanna
The Barbadian singer, known for her curvy figure, is against women getting reed-thin in a bid to look like models.
101 ways to use your ex's wedding dress!
A jilted American husband is finding 101 ways to use his ex-wife's wedding dress. Share your ideas with us!
Excerpt: 'He's right. I don't have a left arm'
We present an excerpt from the book Johnny Gone Down, a novel by Karan Bajaj.
Supermodel Miranda Kerr's 10 romance tips for men
Orlando Bloom's girlfriend has some friendly dating advice to share with the opposite sex!
Eating out: Legends of Delhi's belly
Harnoor Channi Tiwary lists some popular eating options in the Capital.
Naomi Campbell's 'blood diamond'
Diamonds may be a girl's best friend, but one that was allegedly gifted to the supermodel back in 1997 may soon have her facing a UN war-crimes tribunal.
'Amitabh called me 'howleracious'!'
Mumbai radio station Red FM's RJ Malishka -- still basking in the afterglow of her Indian Radio awards success and a 140-character Big B testimonial -- gave us an insight into her job, her accomplishments and what it takes to make waves on the air.
Failure: How it made me stronger
Newly-crowned Miss India-World confessed that she wouldn't know what she would do if she was faced with failure. Tell us how you have dealt with it in your life
Facebook nightmare: 'I wanted to kill my child'
Yesterday, we brought you the third part in a series that explores the dynamics of interpersonal relationships with the advent of online social networking. Today, Abhishek Mande speaks to a parent whose young daughter was taken advantage of by people she added on as 'friends' to her account.
He can't imagine life without Facebook
On May 14, we brought you the second part in a series that explores the dynamics of interpersonal relationships with the advent of online social networking. Today, Abhishek Mande speaks to another youngster to analyse how online interactions are influencing lives.
'I went into labour thinking of Farmville'
Yesterday, we brought you the first part in a series that explores the dynamics of interpersonal relationships with the advent of online social networking. Today, Abhishek Mande speaks to another youngster to analyse how online interactions are influencing lives.
'We promote our music on the Internet'
Music bands in India are turning to innovative ways to be heard in the market.
'How do I deal with a boyfriend called Facebook?'
Abhishek Mande finds out how the dynamics of interpersonal relationships are undergoing a sea change with the advent of online social networking.
Join rediff.com's campaign against caste in census
Let us do our bit for abolishing caste from our midst!
India not a happy place for mothers: Report
At a time when the world celebrates Mother's Day, it turns out that India scores poorly among the middle-income countries when it comes to health care and well-being of mothers.
Is breaking up with a friend harder?
It's not just romantic relationships that tend to have their ups and downs -- we have fall-outs with family and friends too. In fact, putting an end to a friendship of many years can actually be as bad, if not worse than calling things off with a lover.
Unusual summer pics: Rainbow down the valley!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are a few more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Mother's Day special: An ode to my mother
Renu Khator,president, University of Houston, and chancellor of the UH System, looks back at the voices that have shaped her life, and realises that the loudest is her mother's.
My mom's sacrifice: 'Amma, I bow to you'
With Mother's Day coming up on May 9, we invited readers to share special stories of sacrifices their mothers have made for them. Here are a few more responses.
Unusual summer pics: The thirsty bee!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are a few more responses -- and you can share yours too!
Mom's recipes: Sel Bhaji and Gobi ka Kheer
We invited readers to send in their mother's tastiest preparations. Here are two of the responses we received.
Mother's Day: Pick a gift to go with her persona!
Is your mom a fitness freak, or does she have a green thumb? Is she glam, artistic or musically inclined? Here are some gifting suggestions for you to consider depending upon her personality!
How to know your erotic net worth
Now, you can figure out what your erotic net worth is and how you can increase it to your advantage!
Share your mom's best recipes!
With Mother's Day coming up soon (May 9) we invite you to share your mother's recipes with us.
My mom's sacrifice: 'Widowed at 40 with 4 kids'
With Mother's Day coming up on May 9, we invited readers to share special stories of sacrifices their mothers have made for them. Here are a few more responses.
Mother's Day: Mom's biggest sacrifice for me
Tell us a special story for this Mother's Day -- a memory that is very dear to your heart because of something unforgettable that she did for you, in the way that mothers often do.
Summer pics: Diving off a cliff to beat the heat!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are a few more responses -- and you can share yours too!
What women think of while having sex
A Hollywood hunk, ex-lovers, a blue film scene and even what to buy in a grocery store -- these are things that women think of while having sex.
Tips to shoot great black and white photographs
Getting started in black and white photography is easy. Given below are some tips to shoot great B/W photographs.
View readers' one-of-a-kind summer snaps!
We invited readers to send in their interesting summer snapshots. Here are the first few responses -- and you can share yours too!
Skincare: Sport a glow this summer, not a burn!
Dermatologist Dr Parul Kolhe provides tips on how to keep your skin healthy all through this sweltering summer.
Send us your one-of-a-kind summer pics!
We want you to send in your interesting summer snapshots so we can share them with other readers. They can be funny, they can be touching or just plain weird -- odd scenes that are captured on a lens for posterity.
Recipes for Mango Bhaat, Mango Margarita and more!
We invited Get Ahead readers to share their mango recipes with us -- great ways to enjoy the king of fruits in the sweltering heat. As part of an ongoing series, we present three such responses.
Fine dining with strangers: A unique new concept
Launched by Mumbai's online weekend guide Brown Paper Bag late last year, Turning Tables is the city's underground kitchen club where for one night, a private home is converted into a family-style restaurant, complete with a celebrity chef and patrons, all of whom are strangers. Puja Banta swung by for the experience recently.
Eating out: This Khau Galli is air-conditioned!
Abhishek Mande reviews Khau Galli Restaurant that dishes out yummy street food in 10,000 sq-ft of air-conditioned comfort.
Share your mango recipes with us!
There are dozens of ways to use mangoes in desserts and cooking. So share your recipes with us!
Managers by day, musicians by night
They call their band The Second Shift. Quite fitting as all seven members hold down day jobs.
Are Gen Y women facing pressure to have sex early?
With the rise of raunch culture and the 'advanced consumerist' culture of Western countries, young women are increasingly facing new pressures to have sex early and against their will, say experts.
I think I'm sexy: Shama Sikander
Television actress of Seven fame Shama Sikander shared her fitness and diet secrets with rediff readers in a live chat yesterday. For those of you who missed it, here's the transcript.
Summer coolers: Papaya Shake, Kharbooja Special
Readers share recipes for Papaya Shake and Kharbooja Special. Share yours too!
Join this green brigade to combat global warming
Four good samaritans are doing their bit for Mother Earth and to combat global warming by re-planting saplings that grow on buildings and walls so that they don't die a premature death and grow into full-bodied trees.
When an Indian girl marries a Pakistani boy
Chauvinism, narrow-mindedness or self-righteous wrath? Amber Rahim Shamsi weighs in on the resentment bubbling over at the idea of Sania Mirza having married a Pakistani.
Summer coolers: Carrot Milkshake and more
Readers share recipes for Lassi, Green Buttermilk and Carrot Milkshake. Share yours too!
Study finds women are 'happier' than men
A survey has found that most women enjoy where they live, their quality of life and their balance between work and leisure -- in fact more than a third of the respondents ranked their happiness as eight out of 10 or higher.
Sex-ercises you should try
Exercise not only helps you get a fabulous body but also helps you spice up life in the bedroom.
The Sania-Shoaib circus: Are you not entertained?
Is the Sania-Shoaib-Ayesha controversy a media monster or are the parties directly involved responsible for being pushed into the limelight?
Summer recipes for Majjige Saaru and more
Readers share recipes for Majjige Saaru, Chicken Curry and Pumpkin Tonic. Share yours too!
Tackling the 'Snow White syndrome' in India
Are we as a country overly obsessed with fair skin? It certainly looks like it, but that's a perception many are working towards dispelling.
Summer recipes: Aam Pora Sherbet and more
Readers share light, easy to digest preparations that have a cooling effect in the sweltering heat. Share yours too!
Five simple steps to a glowing complexion
Everyone wants clear, healthy skin. But how is one to keep it that way when we are out facing pollution, toxins and junk food everyday? Follow these simple steps to help achieve it.
Jobs: 'Hard work and destiny go side by side'
In the eighth part of our series 'Happy days are here again' reader Rahul Mehra -- who resigned sometime in mid 2009 because he was not satisfied with the treatment meted out to him -- shares his story of disappointment, frustration and triumph even as he struggled without a job for seven months.
Share recipes that keep you cool in summer!
Hurry and send us the recipes that keep you cool all summer long!
Foods to cool you down this sizzling summer
There are ways to make summer less unbearable, even pleasant. Eating the right foods is one of them.
'iPad will not replace your notebook or phone'
CNET senior editor Natali Del Conte has come up with some of the pros and cons of the Apple iPad.
Five health benefits of flirting
Flirting is known to build up positive energy, and so long as you use that energy to build your marriage or relationship, you can go right ahead and flirt.
Seven reasons to buy the iPad
If you are still in two minds about buying the Apple's much-awaited product, we help you decide if you and the iPad are meant for each other at all.
It's official: Men are obsessed with sex
A recent book reveals the deep dark secrets of the male mind.
Six reasons why iPhone 3GS is worth it!
Just in case you are still wondering whether it is worth it to blow a hole in your pocket, we lay all your doubts to rest
An American foodie's quest for Kerala cuisine
Anthony Bourdain, the American author, chef and host of Discovery Channel's culinary and cultural adventure program No Reservations was in Kerala recently, checking out the state's unique cuisine and Keralite tastebuds.
Firstlook: Asus M10, an all-in-one smartphone
Here are some salient features of the Garmin-Asus M10 smartphone that was launched in India on March 30.
Yuvi's hot new girl, Anchal Kumar
Who is Yuvi's hot new girlfriend? In case you didn't know, here's a brief bio on Anchal Kumar.
Infibeam Pi: Is this India's killer IT product?
The Pi e-book reader resoundingly answers one of the biggest criticisms levelled at the Indian tech industry is that it has been unable to really come out with a 'killer product'.
10 facts about sex you probably didn't know!
Do you know how many times the average Indian man has sex each year, or how many calories a single kiss helps you burn? Read on to learn 10 interesting facts about sex!
More youth must join politics: Pilot at Wharton
The minister felt that not everybody has to become a politician, but one needs to be involved in the system and hold the leadership accountable and make sure that there is more transparency in the system.
Foodie's diary: In search of veg delicacies
Ubadiu is a lesser-known cousin of the Gujarati specialty Undiyu. Abhishek Mande takes a trip down the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Highway to dig into this vegeterian wonder. Along the way, he checks out restaurants offering Maharashtrian, Gujarati and Parsi cuisine.
There's never a dull moment in God of War III
Make no mistake, there's never a dull moment in God of War III, but you can help feel the momentum drop a bit during certain parts of the game.
Sexual intercourse: The myths vs the facts
Here is a look at certain facts concerning sexual intercourse, as opposed to the most prevalent sexual myths.
'Facebook and Twitter will come and go'
Ankita Gaba and Aditya Rao are in their early 20s. The two run Superchooha, a social business communications firm. They tell Abhishek Mande how social media is changing the way organisations function and why it is difficult selling the idea of social communications in India.
'The workplace is an unending source of humour'
Sidin Vadukut, author of Dork, The Incredible Adventures of Robin Einstein Varghese, a funny book about the world of management consultants, among other things, speaks about his first novel and the central character he wants to take places.
A story of Shiva: From man to god
Presenting an excerpt from The Immortals of Meluha, a mythological work on the Hindu god Shiva by Amish Tripathi.
'People who enjoy our cuisine know it is unique'
Arthur J Pais interviews Malay chef and restaurant owner Hasni 'Jeff' Ghazali and gets him to share a few recipes.
'That marketing is only for MBAs is a myth'
Three college teams from across India won cash prizes at rediff.com's Social Media Wizard 2010 contest held in Mumbai.
Diary of a bumbling B-school grad: An excerpt
Dork: The Incredible Adventures of Robin Einstein Varghese is a fictional account of a B-School graduate called by Sidin Vadukut. We bring you an excerpt
'We take big bites out of life'
Rocky Singh and Mayur Sharma have become household names with their television show, Highway on my Plate. Abhilasha Ojha reports.
The 10 rules of e-mail etiquette
A lot of us do significant damage to ourselves by taking e-mail-writing lightly. Remember the following pointers while composing your professional emails.
Healthy food can be finger-licking tasty too!
Madhu Gadia shows Arthur J Pais how healthy food can be finger-licking tasty.
Engineer to entrepreneur: A love story
Excerpts from Jayanth Gurijala's book Exotic Engineer Entrepreneur that describes the journey of a software engineer and his love story.
Poll: India's leading women in fashion!
Today is Women's Day and we're marking the occasion with a series on India's women achievers across entertainment, business, sports, politics and fashion. Today in the last of a five-part special, we look at the forerunners in the world of Indian fashion. Vote for your favourite!
Do women handle stress better than men?
According to the latest statistics one married man commits suicide in India every nine minutes. Tell us whether women handle stress better than men?
Poll: Reigning women achievers in Indian cinema!
Women's Day is coming up on March 8 and we're marking the occasion with a series on India's women achievers across entertainment, business, sports, politics and fashion. Today, we look at the forerunners in the world of Indian cinema. Vote for your favourite!
Gaming review: To hell and back in Dante's Inferno
Gaming expert Sameer Desai, IndianVideoGamer.com, on Dante's Inferno.
Revealed: Formula to get a 'perfect wife'
Ladies around the world please take note: Scientists have announced the mathematical formula for the perfect wife.
Youth more prone to committing suicide: Report
Unable to find solutions to their problems, people below the age of 30 commit more suicides than their elder counterparts, shows the latest data released by the National
Nari Shakti Ko Salaam! India's women achievers
NGO Pearls Wave celebrated India's women achievers on February 22 at their Pearls Wave Gala Award Night in Mumbai. Among the winners -- Freida Pinto, Priya Dutt and Ritu Kumar. Take a look!
Shopping for an e-book reader? Check these out!
A look at some of the best e-book readers around and the features they offer.
Excerpt: I loved Rajni and abided by all her rules
Love over Coffee by Amrit N Shetty is the fictional story of Anup, a misfit in a software firm, who is head-over-laptops in love with his co-worker Rajni. We bring you an excerpt.
'The young are very impatient and want everything'
Abhishek Mande interviews Paritosh Uttam, an IIT grad, a practicing IT professional and author of Dreams in Prussian Blue.
What your sleep position says about you
According to life doctor Pam Spurr, body language in bed could be a telling indicator of your emotional status in a relationship.
Gaming: Parents, watch what your kids play
Our gaming expert Sameer Desai who is the editor of IndianVideoGamer.com, India's largest gaming community, explains why parents must watch what games their children play. He also recommends five games that are not only for kids but fun for even the grown-ups.
Restaurant review: Healthy, square meals for Rs 40
We invited GA readers to contribute restaurant reviews and share their opinions on their neighbourhood eateries with us. Here, Jagadishdatta Latay from Kolkata tells us about the Madras Restaurant.
Excerpt: 'Mother could not think beyond marriage'
Dreams in Prussian Blue by Paritosh Uttam is the fictional story of Naina, an art student who walks out on her parents to live in with Michael, her senior in college and a man she is smitten by. We bring you an excerpt.
Poll: Is men's facial hair appealing or not?
Are you in favour of men's facial hair or not? Take our poll and let us know!
Your say: Do fairness creams really work?
Calling all consumers of fairness products -- let us know your experience with whitening creams. Are they actually effective?
They travel the world -- and make money doing it!
This couple travels the world and makes money doing it. Meet Suchna and Yogesh Shah who run The Backpacker Co, a first of its kind travel company that caters only to backpackers.
'Shame raises stigma against the mentally ill'
It is critical that we get past the stigma of mental illness, says Nisha Chhabra.
This author, wife and mom was once a soldier
Abhishek Mande interviews Bhavna Chauhan, ex army officer and first-time author, about her new book, Where Girls Dare, part of the Metro Reads series from Penguin Books.
Excerpt: 'There are no shortcuts in life'
Where Girls Dare is a fictional account by former army officer Bhavna Chauhan that follows the antics of 52 lady cadets or LCs, who train alongside 400 gentleman cadets (GCs), some of whom believe that girls in the armed forces is a bad idea. We bring you an excerpt.
Eating out: The urban Udupi still rocks
Abhishek Mande reviews one of the oldest South Indian restaurants in the city that tosses up food at the speed of light.
Chinese astro: 2010, the Year of the Tiger
Chinese New Year falls on February 14 this year -- the year if the Tiger. So what does the coming year hold in store? Check out your Chinese astrological forecast!
Jab we met: 'My husband is God's gift to me'
We invited readers to share their love stories with us. Here are a few more responses!
Ladies, 5 easy ways to ask him out
To help all you gals out there land a date with the guy of your dreams, here are some pointers.
Jab we met: 'She was my destiny'
We invited readers to share their love stories with us. Here are a few more responses!
'We don't understand the effects of drunk driving'
Get Ahead readers suggest how tragedies related to drunk driving cases can be avoided.
Ladies, beware when you check into hotels alone
What are the precautions a woman should take when occupying a hotel room all by herself? Here are a few suggestions to ensure your safety and wellbeing.
On the lookout for love: A Valentine special
There is never a foolproof method when it comes to finding love, but here are a few tips and suggestions that can help you open up avenues of meeting The One. Insiyah Vahanvaty reports.
'I'm a blend of American clay, Indian handiwork'
American-born, Indian-bred Anshuman Prasad fears he will once again swap identities and lose his acquired Indian-ness.
Jab we met: 'My life is a joyride because of her'
We invited readers to share their love stories with us. Here are a few more responses!
First look: Now, 'Metro Read' books for journeys
A series of novels by 'promising first-time authors' and published by Penguin Books, these are ideal reading companions for a plane or train journey. And the first three titles have just hit the bookshelves.
Dedicate a VDay song to loved ones using SongBuzz!
This Valentine's Day, we invite you to dedicate a song to your loved one right here on rediff.com; you do the dedicating, we'll do the playing!
Jab we met: 'I have my parents to thank!'
We invited readers to share their love stories with us. Here are a few more responses!
Reader speak: How to stop drunk driving
Get Ahead readers suggest how tragedies related to drunk driving cases can be avoided. Share your suggestions!
Give your kitchen, diet a heart-healthy makeover
Maintaining a heart-healthy diet is easier than you might think, but it does require a life-style change. Read on to learn more.
Video: Pune cops put a damper on Valentine's Day
Pune police have warned youngsters not to indulge in any overt Valentine's Day celebrations in the city.
Stop Drunk Driving: 'Bars should hire taxis'
Get Ahead readers suggest how tragedies related to drunk driving cases can be avoided. Share your suggestions!
Jab We Met: 'I knew I'd marry her right then!'
We invited readers to share their love stories with us. Here are the first responses!
Ten ways to boost your libido
A failing sex drive can be frustrating, but there are a number of things that you can do to perform better in the bedroom.
Delhi pubs offer liquor to underage youngsters
Pubs in Delhi are holding private drink unions and whiskey parties for school students, defying a government ban on serving the under-aged.
Jab we met: Share love stories with us for VDay!
Keeping with the romantic spirit of Valentine's Day, which is around the corner, we invite readers to share their special love stories with us!
What do you hate about your city?
Share videos of what you think are the most useless structures civic authorities have built in your city.
'Drunk driver? Confiscate vehicle, fine heavily'
Get Ahead readers suggest how tragedies related to drunk driving cases can be avoided.
Reader speak: 'iPad a hit? Gimme an iBreak!'
We asked readers to share their take on the much-hyped iPad. Here's what they had to say. Share your opinions too!
Casual shutterbug? Camera phones beat digital ones
If that sounds very difficult to believe, here are seven points on why a cellphone camera has a digital camera licked.
Reader speak: 'Steve Jobs got it wrong with iPad'
Will the iPad live up to the hype? Readers share their opinions. Share yours!
The big fat Indian wedding is going cosmopolitan!
Indian weddings are increasingly becoming cosmopolitan, embracing diverse cultural concepts. Ritusmita Biswas examines the emerging trend.
'Educate students in college about drunk driving'
Get Ahead readers suggest how we can avert tragedies related to drinking and driving cases.
This Hindi a capella group performed for Obama
Desi students Indianise the a capella. Matthew Schneeberger reports.
Stopping Drunk Driving: 'Place cops outside pubs'
Readers Abhishek Rungta and Ganesh Thorali Kuppuswamy suggests posting cops outside the parking lots of pubs, bars and liqour shops to avert tragedies resulting out of drunk driving.
'Aim for the stars, but stay grounded'
We invited readers to send in thier experiences of meeting their idols and the lessons they learned from them. First up, Parag P Jain, a student of NMIMS, Mumbai, shares his experience of meeting D Shivakumar, managing director and vice president, Nokia India.
Painful break-ups: 'How I learned to cope'
Last week, we invited readers to share their stories of heartbreak with us. Here are five more responses.
These foods will improve your sex life!
Here's the lowdown on a few foods that will help give your love life a much-needed boost.
Stop Drunk Driving today! Tell us how
What must young people do to stop such tragedies that destroy lives? How are you spreading the message of safe driving and responsible drinking amongst your peers? How do you plan to drive home the message further?
Youth suicides: 'Parents need to be vigilant'
Dr Lakshmi Vijayakumar, a noted psychiatrist in Chennai, speaks with Shobha Warrier about the recent spate of youth suicides.
Break-ups: 'She eloped after our engagement'
Yesterday, we invited readers to share their stories of heartbreak with us. Here are two responses.
From bras to latest gadgets, they are all iPads!
When Apple CEO Steve Jobs introduced the company's latest tablet PC, the iPad, he might not have thought that a Canadian company is selling bust-enhancing bra inserts by the same name.
Reader speak: 'iPad won't click with Indian users'
We invited readers to share their opinions on Apple's latest launch --the iPad. Here's what they had to say!
Will the iPad live up to the hype? Tell us!
After much speculation and excietment among most of the tech-savvy, Apple finally unveiled the iPad on
How do you cope with a painful break-up?
The sports circuit is buzzing today with the news that Sania Mirza has called off her engagement of seven months to Sohrab Mirza citing incompatibility. Have you had a similar experience?
Ushering in change, from a place of love
Indicorps Fellow Vevake Prasad shares his experience of working in India on the Indicorps public service fellowship.
How to pick a phone for your tech-challenged mum
Ajay Jain recently went through the entire will-this-phone-do-for-mum process and came up with a list of factors to keep in mind when you buy a phone for your mater
Discovering Shakti -- the strength of a woman
Indicorps Fellow Himabindu Reddy shares her experience of working in India on the Indicorps public service fellowship.
Scrumptious Indian recipes from a New York chef
Owner and chef of New York's Bhatti Indian Grill, Gaurav Anand offers four great recipes you can try at home.
'I begged cooks to give me recipes'
Chef Gaurav Anand, Arthur J Pais discovers, wants to change the rules of
Will it be iSlate for Apple on January 27?
The countdown to Apple's big unveiling is ticking down to its last few minutes. What will it be?
Preventing and dealing with student suicides
Counsellors speak out about the recent spate of student suicides in the city, tell you how to identify warning signs and how to deal with depression.
Suicide: A counsellor answers reader queries
In a chat with Get Ahead readers on January 20 Dr Lakshmi Vijaykumar, founder trustee of SNEHA, a voluntary centre for suicide prevention, discussed the steps that parents must take to dissuade their children from taking such a drastic step.
Poll: Worst TV commercials of 2009!
Two days ago, we asked you to vote for the best commercials seen on television in 2009. Now, we want you to pick out the lemons -- the ones you thought were the worst of the lot!
How to score a fab bod in 2010!
Fitness expert Brinda Sapat has a cocktail of high-powered exercises in store to knock you into shape at express pace this year. Check them out!
Eating out: South African cuisine in Mumbai
A Ganesh Nadar and Nithya Ramani recently reviewed South African eatery Ubuntu in Andheri, Mumbai. Here's what they have to say about it.
Poll: Best TV commercials of 2009!
Commercial breaks usually cheese viewers off in the midst of interesting TV shows. But then there are some downright entertaining commercials that you just can't resist. So here's a list of the best TV ads of 2009 -- and we want you to vote for your favourite!
Karl, Aaj Aur Kal: The funny side of Bollywood
We bring you an excerpt from Karl, Aaj Aur Kal is comedian-actor-veejay Cyrus Broacha's first work of fiction.
US couple share wedding day with Indian orphans
A couple that got married with a unique ceremony in Kolkata speak to Aseem Chhabra about the moving experience.
Sexual queries: 'Is sex during pregnancy safe?'
Andrologist and microsurgeon Dr Sudhakar Krishnamurti responds to rediff readers' sexual queries.
Win Rs 1 lakh in our Social Wizards 2010 contest!
rediff.com is proud to announce the All-India Social Media Wizards 2010 contest, open to all colleges, graduate and management institutes in India. Here's how you can take part!
Ten things to do before you're 30
From plain wacky to rational and pragmatic, we present a list of the things you must do before you touch the big three-O!
Mobile woes: 'They cut calls every 30 minutes!'
We asked readers to share experiences they've had with their cellphone service providers. Here are three more accounts.
Do men think of sex way too often?
An average man thinks about sex 13 times a day, according to a new poll. What do you think?
Relationships: Are you caught up in the 'hunt'?
A large number of emotionally vulnerable women fall prey to manipulative relationships every day, perpetuating feelings of loss and a further erosion of self-esteem at the end of the game they thought was 'love'. Jayalakshmi Sengupta reports.
Pension plans: The smart way to retirement
Investment in pension plans is crucial to your retirement planning. InvestmentYogi tells you all about it.
Mobile woes: They activated services, charged us!
We asked readers to share experiences they've had with their cellphone service providers. Here are two accounts.
Poll: Most embarrassing party goof-ups!
We've listed the most common party goof-ups guests are guilty of. And we want to know which ones are the most common, so take our poll and let us know about your faux pas moment!
Mobile woes: 'My connection was cut for 2 days!'
We recently carried A Ganesh Nadar's account of having a cellphone connection go from bad to worse and asked readers to share similar experiences with us. Here, Deepesh Krishnan tells his story.
'As a woman, I don't fall in love with gadgets'
Zenith top boss Devita Saraf tells us what it is to be a woman in a man's world. Here's what it takes for a young Turk like her to run a family business that dates back to pre-liberalised India.
Gaming review: The Saboteur is a blast
The Saboteur is a game full of imperfections, but that's where its charm lies. If you're the kind to dissect and analyse a game's every facet, stay away. But if you're able to forgive its obvious flaws, it's a blast and well worth the time you will spend playing it.
Student suicides: How do we prevent them?
In separate incidents, three youngsters have committed suicide in the last three days, ostensibly due to poor academic performance. How do we prevent other such lives being snuffed out too soon?
How to make your New Year resolutions stick
The beginning of a new year comes with the pressure of changing our way of life and doing something we haven't been able to for a long time. So, here are a few tips to make your resolutions last from this New Year's Eve to the next.
Your zodiac forecast for 2010
A look at what the stars predict for the coming year.
Mobile woes: 'Landline is 'out of range'!'
Everyone loves to hate their mobile service providers. Here, A. Ganesh Nadar shares his recent experience of having a cellphone connection go from bad to worse while travelling.
Share your New Year's resolutions with us!
We want to know what resolutions you've made for 2010. Eat less, rise early, control your temper -- it could be anything, even something as mundane as brushing your teeth before bed each night. But we want to hear about it!
12 relationships resolutions for 2010
Here's a list of relationship resolutions to ensure you're with the same partner next New Year's too!
Is the little black dress losing its appeal?
Designers suggest that Indians have had enough of black and are now willing to experiment with designs, textures and colours.
2009: Top 10 gadgets that clicked
And so it ended -- 2009 arguably one of the most exciting years for gadget freaks threw up surprises for some and disappointments for some others. Here are 10 gadgets that enthralled everybody in 2009.
Share your most bizarre New Year's Eve moments!
Everything's forgiven on New Year's Eve. But nothing's forgotten. So tell us the most outrageous things you've done or you know someone who's done on a New Year's Eve.
2009: A year for pink chaddis and women power
The year threw up quite a few surprises -- some pleasant, some not so much. A look at the year that was -- 2009.
Tips to avoid the worst New Year's ever!
Want to ensure you're you have a great New Year's? Here are just a few tips!
Wine and food pairings for the festive season
It's Christmastime, New Year's is around the corner and wine is certainly the spirit of the season. So if you're planning to eat, drink and make merry these next few days, here are a few great wine-and-food pairing suggestions for you from MP Sharma, chief vintner and wine consultant with Nashik-based Vinsura Wines.
'My Christmas letter to Santa'
Shifra Menezes shares her Christmas wishlist with us -- and you can too!
Enjoy these low-cal festive recipes!
Here's how to whip up four tasty treats for the festive season without packing in the calories -- or packing on the pounds!
The man's guide to spotting single women
Wondering how to discover if the woman you are interested in is single? You can use the aforementioned hints as clues to her status.
Jolie thinks fidelity is overrated. Do you?
In a recent interview, actress Angelina Jolie expressed the opinion that fidelity in relationships is overrated. Do you agree?
Are social networking sites killing productivity?
A recent survey has found that productivity of professionals in the corporate sector suffers due to tome spent surfing social networking sites. Do you agree?
Share your Christmas carolling videos with us!
Share your carolling videos with us this festive season -- when you belt out Christmas standards, we want to hear and see you sing!
Party poopers: 10 'types' who ruin celebrations!
As the festive season kicks off, we list out the classic stereotypes who do, in fact, exist and threaten to ruin the fun of celebrating!
Five tips to avoid 'Messting'
'Messting' is the new term coined for ruining your life by sending text messages. So, to avoid falling from grace, a list of five things to think about before hitting 'send' has been advised.
Working fathers too busy for kids?
Fathers busy working are missing out on time with their children, a new study shows.
How not to expose your friends list online
When Facebook came up with new privacy settings, it took away the ability to hide some information that was not to be made public, like the Friends List. Follow these steps to make the changes.
How to spice up your love life
With all the Christmas shopping going around, couples often ignore the fun between the sheets and tend to complain they never get enough love, sex or affection in the run-up to December 25. So a sex expert has given great tips for the 12 days of 'sexmas' to make sure that couples boost up action in bed!
They serenaded the President with carols
Headed by a Parsi, the Mumbai-based Paranjoti Academy Chorus belted out Hindi and Marathi carols for President Pratibha Patil this festive season.
These students campaign against domestic violence
Here's how six mass media students turned their class project into a campaign on domestic violence.
This artist wants to lead a dog's life
Mumbai-based artist Aruna Nene paints stray dogs against an urban backdrop as a symbol of contentment, unconditional love and simplicity and says that a dog's life isn't so bad after all.
'Money doesn't open doors. Hard work does'
Adversity brought out the best in Manish Patel who began his advertising career from scratch and went on to win a silver Radio Lion at Cannes.
5 things to do before you get married
Tasks you need to do to hold you in good stead before you take the plunge and get married.
The winner takes it all? Not always
For alpha males -- highly aggressive men who are usually at the helm of affairs -- life is not a picnic. Deeper issues invariably plague most, which they are unable to cope with. Jayalakshmi Sengupta probes their psyche and disposition.
'When you have little means, you become a fighter'
No disability could stand in the way of this CEO's dreams. Nirmal Kumar's inspiring tale of struggle and success.
The hottest must-have gadgets of 2009!
In their latest issue, gizmo magazine Stuff India presents the hottest gadgets of 2009 -- and they got hottie Neha Dhupia to pose with some of the must-buys! Take a look.
Winners of the '10 things before I die' contest!
We bring you the best entries to the '10 things before I die' contest. Did you participate? Check out the list of winners, one just may be you!
Suggest Xmas and New Year weekend getaways!
With Christmas and New Year's coming up, everyone is making plans to get away from it all (or take it all with them) to weekend hotspots and we want suggestions from you. Help other readers discover new, exciting places closest to their cities by filling up this quick travel form.
Does casual sex impact the young adult psyche?
According to a new study, casual sex does not cause emotional or psychological damage in young people. Do you agree?
'When I started doing well, I began to dream'
Driven by a burning desire to make her mother proud, Pragya Verma overcame financial difficulty to reach IIT.
'Hardships had taken away my sense of humour'
Money, language, society -- all that could go wrong, went wrong. But they could never hinder Amit's abilities. A story of sheer grit and commitment.
Festive recipes: Apple Pie and Oat Cookies
We invited readers to share some of their favourite festive recipes with us. Here's how to prepare Apple Pie and Oat Cookies.
Against all odds: From potato fields to IIT
A farmer's son discovers a burning passion for mathematics and makes it to IIT
'Past life regression helps you overcome phobias'
Dr Trupti Jayin, clinical psychologist and past life therapist, who is working on NDTV Imagine's new reality show Raaz Pichhle Janam Ka, discusses the theory of rebirth and her line of work with Rajul Hegde.
Orange Cheesecake and other great festive recipes
We invited readers to share some of their favourite festive recipes with us. Here's how to prepare Orange Cheesecake with Candied Kumquats, Chocolate Ricotta Tart with Pine Nuts and more!
All set to tackle Young India: Shobhaa De
In conversation with rediff.com, Shobhaa De discusses her soon-to-be released book S's Secret, a fictional work targeting Young India.
Gaming review: DiRT 2 takes the cake!
Gaming expert Sameer Desai reviews racing game Colin McRae DiRT 2, which, according to him, is unrecognisable from the pre-DiRT Colin McRae games many of us have enjoyed for years.
Share your holiday season recipes with us!
It's that time of year again -- Christmas and New Year's are around the corner and everybody's gearing up for the holiday festivities. We're all set to enjoy ourselves and tuck into some really fancy fare, so we'r inviting readers to share their special recipes with us!
'Erotic literature definitely has its own charm'
A remarkable number of young people are getting hooked onto erotic literature. Why do these aficionados prefer the written word to let their imagination run riot to the usual audio-visual erotica? Arnab Nandy reports.
The top 10 nasty things women do to men!
Despite being known as the fairer sex, women can be downright nasty and often do cruel things to men. Now, Askmen.com has compiled a list of top 10 cruel things that women do to men and how they play with a guy's emotions and ego.
Sex queries: 'Does size really matter?'
Andrologist and microsurgeon Dr Sudhakar Krishnamurti responds to rediff readers' sexual queries.
Now, you can try the 'don't diet' diet!
The Don't Diet Diet Cookbook by Suman Agarwal and Tinu Shanghvi is one fine collection of recipes and tips on how to eat right and lose weight.
Stalked: 'They said I had acute psychosis'
We invited readers to comment on how young people can deal with stalkers and obsessive lovers. Here, reader Shibani Malik* shares her harrowing experience at the hands of an office admirer.
Sex queries: 'I never feel like it anymore'
Andrologist and microsurgeon Dr Sudhakar Krishnamurti responds to rediff readers' sexual queries.
Does pregnancy harm a woman's career?
A majority of working women believe that raising a family harmed their careers and interfered in climbing up the corporate ladder, according to a new survey.
'Is it advised to have sex regularly as you age?'
Andrologist and microsurgeon Dr Sudhakar Krishnamurti responds to rediff readers' sexual queries.
The $1 million company that launched in a garage
Meet Pankaj Goel, who launched a software company with three other friends in a Noida garage. Today, their venture is worth $1 million.
A few things every man should know!
A new book, entitled 150 Things Every Man Should Know, offers to help men through the minefield of being a male. The tome by Gareth May hands out pointers about certain skills, which apparently all lads would find indispensable, such as the correct etiquette in a urinal, hiding a lovebite, or spotting artificial breasts.
3 years to live: 'Borrow Dr Mallya's yacht!'
We asked readers what they would do if they had only three years to live life to the fullest? The contest is now closed, but before we announce the winners, here is one last set of interesting responses.
Try these exotic, mouth-watering desserts
We invited readers to send in their recipes. Here are three entries we received. Share yours!
3 years to live: 'File a case against parents!'
We asked readers what they would do if they had only three years to live life to the fullest? Here are some of the responses we received.
3 years to live: 'Leave 10 crores to my dog!'
We asked readers what they would do if they had only three years to live life to the fullest? While the contest closes on November 23, here are some more interesting responses.
3 years to live: 'Ask Aamir to enter politics!'
We asked readers what they would do if they had only three years to live life to the fullest? While the contest closes on November 23, here are some more interesting responses.
She makes disabled friendly technology a reality
Entrepreneur Shilpi Kapoor's company Barrier Break Technologies proves that disability is no obstacle to success.
3 years to live: 'Take Dhoni on a bike ride!'
We asked readers what they would do if they had only three years to live life to the fullest? While the contest closes on November 23, here are some more interesting responses.
5 healthy recipes in under 30 minutes
Health-conscious but pressed for time? Here are five low-fat dishes that can be prepared in 30 minutes or less.
3 years to live: 'Be knighted by the Queen!'
We asked readers what they would do if they had only three years to live life to the fullest? While the contest closes on November 23, here are some more interesting responses.
Harleys in India: A look at the mean machines
Nithya Ramani shares with us her experience of riding the much-envied bikes that have come to India
'Make Raj sing National Anthem 100 times!'
We asked readers what they would do if they had only three years to live life to the fullest? While the contest closes on November 23, here are some more interesting responses.
'Don't tell me the 'seven ways to be successful''
We catch up with Priya Kumar, motivational speaker, corporate trainer and first-time author -- her book 'I Am Another You' hit bookshelves this month.
Before I die: 'Make gymming compulsory for netas!'
We asked readers what they would do if they had only three years to live life to the fullest? While the contest closes on November 23, here are some more interesting responses.
Mr, Make Friends, Miss, Apps
Social networking has introduced us to a degree of interconnectedness never seen before. But what happens when all etiquette flies out the virtual window? You get the 20 most annoying social networking personalities, presented here for your perusal!
3 years to live: Obama got it, I want a Nobel too!
We asked readers what they would do if they had only three years to live life to the fullest? While the contest closes on November 23, here are some more interesting responses.
From the other side: 'I am not a stalker'
We invited readers to comment on how young people can deal with stalkers and obsessive lovers. Here, we cross over to the other side of the fence with reader Raghu's story -- he used to follow a girl around but says it was harmless and because he was in love.
Airline bloopers: Annoying high flying habits!
You may be a first-timer or a frequent flier, but there are some things you simply cannot afford to forget while travelling by air.
Try these yummy, quick-fix recipes
Readers share their delicious recipes. Share yours!
Stalked: 'He threatened my mother'
We invited readers to comment on how young people can deal with stalkers and obsessive lovers. Here, reader Shifali Parekh tells how her sister's stalker left her whole family shaken.
At 33, her paintings sell for over a lakh apiece
From being just another little girl who painted in the backseat of a car to an artist whose paintings sell for over Rs 1,00,000 apiece, Pune-based Snehal Ghangrekar has come a long way.
3 years to live? 'I'll lecture Raj in Hindi!'
We asked readers what they would do if they had only three years to live life to the fullest? While the contest closes on November 23, here are some more interesting responses.
'Dancing as a career deserves respectability'
With Latin and ballroom dancing becoming more popular among urban Indians, they are moving to more serious business in place of just being an entertainment. Talented young professionals and choreographers are catering to this massive sway, ushering in a new dance culture, observes Jayalakshmi Sengupta.
Stalked: 'Don't hesitate in seeking help'
We invited readers to comment on how young people can deal with stalkers and obsessive lovers. Here, Amit Kumar shares a few safety tips with women.
10 things before I die: 'Kiss Aishwarya Rai!'
We asked readers what they would do if they had only three years to live life to the fullest? While the contest closes on November 23, here are some more interesting responses.
10 things before I die: 'Enter a reality show!'
We asked readers what they would do if they had only three years to live life to the fullest? While the contest closes on November 23, here are some interesting responses.
Three years to live: What would you do?
Let us know the 10 things that would make it to your priority list if you had only three years of life left. The most interesting entries will win prizes from rediff Books, so hurry and mail in your ideas today!
'Maybe I was a mistake, like my mom once told me'
We bring you an excerpt from motivational speaker, corporate trainer and certified firewalk instructor Priya Kumar's book I Am Another You.
Stalked: 'He was my lecturer, I was helpless'
Rinku Sinha recounts her harrowing stalker experience from when she was in college.
Recipes: Prepare Kasturi Kabab and more
We publish readers' responses to our recipes invite. Here's how to prepare Kasturi Kabab, Beerakaya Pachadi and Moong Sandwiches.
Stalked: 'My ex-girlfriend became obsessed'
An anonymous male reader narrates his experience of being stalked by an ex-girlfriend.
Enjoy your weekends: Suggest quick travel getaways
Everyone is forever making weekend trips to hotspots and we want suggestions from you. Help other readers discover new, exciting places closest to their cities by filling up this quick travel form.
Yummy recipes for Aloo Bhath, Gobi Bhurji
Readers share their favourite recipes, share yours!
'Art is nothing but a shade of the mind'
In a tete-a-tete with Indrani Roy Mitra, young artist Paramita Chakraborty discusses her rather philosophical outlook towards life, her career and artistic influences.
Stalked: 'I used to go mad with worry in the bus'
Reader Aditi Sardana* narrates her stalking experience as a teenager, when she had just moved into a new neighbourhood with her family.
Try these tasty chicken recipes
We publish readers' responses to our recipes invite. Here's how to prepare Chicken Risotto, Chicken Flamboyant and Roast Chicken.
'Indian film music is quite sad and formula-based'
In the third and final part of a series on India's regional musicians, Chandrima Pal interviews Indi-electronica duo Midival Punditz on how they have come up with a working musical formula in a Bollywood-obsessed nation.
Tasty recipes: Chicken Sookha and Cheesy Rice
We publish readers' responses to our recipes invite. Here's how to prepare Chicken Sookha and Cheesy Rice.
'We're just not a nation that reads enough'
We interview best-selling author Chetan Bhagat about his new book, 2 States: The Story of My Marriage, a semi-autobiographical work.
Rishtas, lotas in bathrooms and life lived desi
The South Asian community in America has its share of idiosyncrasies. Two expats use humour to capture the Diaspora experience, discovers Matthew Schneeberger.
Gaming: Get your cleats on for FIFA 10
Sameer Desai of IndianVideoGamer.com isn't too happy with the latest edition of the football game, and here's why...
'Will surgery affect my sex life?'
Andrologist and microsurgeon Dr Sudhakar Krishnamurti responds to rediff readers' sexual queries.
Chetan Bhagat: The pretty girl is always right
Best-selling author Chetan Bhagat's fourth book '2 States: The Story of My Marriage', is semi-autobiographical. Here, an excerpt.
The moustache: Mousy or macho? Tell us
So all you men out there, tell us what you think of sporting a moustache or not, and why. And ladies, do tell us whether you prefer men with them or without.
Recipes for delicious Cilantro Chicken and more
We publish readers' responses to our recipes invite. Here's how to prepare Omelette Curry, Cinnamon Cauliflower and Cilantro Chicken.
Internet annoyances: What bugs you?
Sometimes you can't live without it, at other times you just can't live with it. So here's where you get to vent! Punch your stories in and tell us the things that annoy you the most about the Internet.
Stalked: 'My sister was still in school'
Reader Mukesh Ranjan from Pitampura in Delhi narrates his sister's traumatic stalking experience.
'There's no glamour and little money in writing'
Palash Mehrotra, 33-year-old author of 'Eunuch Park: Fifteen Stories of Love and Destruction', on writing and being published in India.
Sex queries: 'Health risk of a one-night stand'
Andrologist and microsurgeon Dr Sudhakar Krishnamurti responds to rediff readers' sexual queries.
'Indian bands have followed the West too blindly'
Amit Kilam of band Indian Ocean speaks to Chandrima Pal about the
Tasty recipes for Spicy Bhendi Kadhi and more
We publish readers' responses to our recipes invite. Here's how to prepare Spicy Bhendi Kadhi, Masala Poha, Sauteed Penne Pasta and Oondi.
'Why can't India's young visit an orphanage?'
24-year-old Kartheeban, an engineering graduate, on what motivates him to help school students.
Dealing with stalkers: Professionals speak
Keeping your peers informed, calling up the police and confronting your stalker are just some of the many things you can do to keep that individual away.
Stalked: 'Even my parents couldn't stop him'
A stalking victim recollects the harrowing months when an unknown boy followed her everywhere she went.
Fish Bhurji, Dahi Aloo and more delicious recipes
We publish readers' responses to our recipes invite. Here's how to prepare Poached Egg Curry, Dahi Aloo, Fish Bhurji, Dal Dhokli and Mushroom Pepper Dry.
Are you being followed? Dealing with stalkers
A young girl lost her life in South Delhi two days ago at the hands of a jilted admirer. We invite readers share their experiences and opinions on how to deal with stalkers and jilted lovers.
Watch out Nano, here comes the Shaastra
A car that only costs Rs 25,000 to produce and also doubles up as a two-wheeler.
Sex queries: 'My wife is not sexually active'
Andrologist and microsurgeon Dr Sudhakar Krishnamurti responds to rediff readers' sexual queries.
Verna-cooler: India's rocking regional musicians
In a country that listens only to film music, regional rock musicians are turning up the volume. Chandrima Pal tunes in.
Lip-smacking recipes: Nutty veggies and more
We publish readers' responses to our recipes invite. Here's how to prepare Nutty Veggies, Baby Corn Manchurian, Ghee Rice and Bitter Gourd Curd Kurma.
Hey, budding cooks, we want your recipes!
If you're one of those who cooks instead of merely praising other people's culinary skills, we want your favourite recipes.
'Recession is good for art'
Up and coming artist Remen Chopra speaks about becoming an artist in the post-recession world
From bratty to hiphop to goth: Sapna Bhavnani
From hiphop girl to punk rock chick, celeb stylist Sapna Bhavnani's book Style-O-Wot claims to be a girl's guide to looking great. Here are a few pictorial excerpts.
This man saves lives, one click at a time
For over ten years now, Khushroo Poacha has stood by the sole belief that to do good work you don't need money. Poacha runs indianblooddonors.com (IBD), a site that lets blood donors and patients in need of blood connect with each other almost instantaneously. Here is his story.
'Students can be masters of change'
Rohit Prakash designs educational content in the field of environment for school students
Exposing India's murky underbelly: Eunuch Park
Sex, drugs and rock-n-roll. There's all of that and more on the mind of 33-year-old author Palash Mehrotra, whose first collection of short stories, Eunuch Park: Fifteen Stories of Love and Destruction, was released in India earlier this year. Presenting an excerpt.
The five rules of great sex
Want to spice things up in the bedroom? Well, then turn your attention to a new book that provides tips on how to turn on your partner.
Recipe for success: He was worth $40 million at 18
Passion and not getting distracted by temporary failures are the keys to success, Gurbaksh Chahal, 27, told the 18th conference of the Network of Indian Professionals held in Toronto last month.
'I'm dating her sister, she's threatening suicide'
Is your love life under pressure? Are you troubled by your relationship? Get Ahead's Love Guru hosted a chat with readers on October 15 to help them deal with love problems. For those of you who missed it, here's the transcript.
Video: Happy Diwali from these catwalk cuties!
Models Sonalika Sahay and Shruti Agarwal wish readers a very happy Diwali and share their plans for the big day.
Young India speaks: 'I wish to make a difference'
26-year-old IIT grad Apoorve Dubey on what motivates him to do social work.
Video: These supermodels wish you a happy Diwali
Catwalk queens Jesse Randhawa and Dipannita Sharma wish readers and share their plans for the big day.
Diwali recipes: Coconut Barfi, Fara and more
Readers send in their yummy Diwali recipes. Share yours!
From Japan to Delhi, it's sushi all the way
Chef Keisuke Uno proves that language is no barrier when it comes to cooking.
Diwali recipes: Feast on Corn Biryani and more
Here are five delicious festive recipes contributed by GA readers. Share yours!
Diwali sweets: Thirattu Paal, Mawa Gujiya and more
Five delicious desserts contributed by GA readers. Share yours!
Gaming: Pushing the limit in Need for Speed: Shift
Sameer Desai reviews the latest of the Need for Speed franchise, Shift.
Learn how to make a Rangoli this Diwali
Will you be decorating your home with colourful Rangoli this Diwali? Shoot a video or pic of your Rangoli and share it with us!
Diwali recipes: Soya Dahi Wada, Carrot Kheer
GA readers send in their delicious recipes. Share yours!
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Diwali recipes: Dahi Gosht, Masoor Biryani & more
We invited readers to share their lip-smacking recipes with us. Here are some of the responses we received. Share yours!
Restaurant review: 'World cuisine' at Sampoorna
This Chennai eatery serves pretty much any cuisine that a hole-in-the-wall eatery can offer.
Psychologist by day, desi beauty blogger by night
Desi beauty blogger Sumi tells P Rajendran how she manages write about beauty and to study clinical psychology at the same time.
A mobike helmet that sends SOS alerts
IIT-Madras students Mohit Mittal and Rajan Gupta invent a helmet that will alert emergency services if you meet with an accident.
Don't be a sag bag: Tighten and tone your bod!
Fitness expert Brinda Sapat shows you how to fight the effects of age and gravity on your body. Her's how to tone sag-prone areas like your breasts, bottom, thighs, chest and tummy.
What to look for when buying a music phone
Mobile phones have become increasingly proficient at playing music. And there are a bewildering number of phones to choose from.
Property and custody laws related to divorce
Earlier this week, Firoza Daruwala, a trainee associate lawyer with a leading Mumbai-based law firm, explained how one goes about filing for divorce and what the law states. Today, she explains the various property laws related to legal separation.
The new fad: 'I broke off with my partner via SMS'
Is technology taking its toll on our relationships? Are SMSes and social networking leading to nastier break-ups? Susan Mathen reports.
'I will teach you to be rich' says this blogger
Negotiate like an Indian and defer wants, were the two thumbrules personal finance blogger Rami Sethi learnt from his parents, he tells P Rajendran.
Enjoy the holiday season: Suggest Diwali getaways!
With Diwali coming up, everyone is making plans to get away from it all (or take it all with them) to weekend hotspots and we want suggestions from you. Help other readers discover new, exciting places closest to their cities by filling up this quick travel form.
Girls love guys' cheesy chat-up lines!
The next time you approach a girl, do not hesitate to try out a cheesy chat-up line because girls absolutely love it, for they give a glimpse of a man's sense of humour.
'I want my film to create a revolution'
Amateur filmmaker Anubhav Srivastava on how his unique film project changed his life.
Divorce: How to go about it, what the law states
It's unfortunate when any relationship suffers a complete, irreparable breakdown, but when your commitment to your partner is legally binding and has to be ended, you need to know how to go about it and protect your interests.
Pregnant? Don't follow annoying, misleading advice
Everyone pitches in with advice when you're pregnant. Fitness expert and mother Brinda Sapat discusses some potentially misleading myths in this regard.
Will the Nokia Booklet be good enough?
Everyone's got their eyes on the Finnish company's notebook and here's why.
Heart disease: Are you at risk?
A look at the risk factors that make you more vulnerable to herat disease.
I got into fashion by fluke: Masaba Gupta
For fashion designer Masaba Gupta, daughter of actress Neena Gupta and West Indies cricket legend Vivian Richards, Lakme Fashion Week was a big coming-out party. Presenting excerpts from an interview with rediff.com
Five touchscreen phones to watch out for
Here are the most interesting touchscreen phones that will be battling it out for your attention this year.
Rekha, Ash, Lisa: Faces of Lakme through the years
We're taking you down memory lane in a flashback of the hottest models who have represented India's first and oldest cosmetics brand.
Lakme FW: Tahiliani's glittering Grand Finale
The spring/summer 2010 edition of Lakme Fashion Week ended with a grand finale by veteran designer Tarun Tahiliani. Here's a look at his collection Flashback to Glamour.
Vikram Phadnis bridals: Sushmita stuns!
With his Indian bridal formal wear, mega-designer Vikram Phadnis brought down the house on Day Four of the Lakme Fashion Week in Mumbai. Former Miss Universe Sushmita Sen played the part of archetypal Indian beauty in the show-stopper.
Manish Malhotra on Bollywood's sexy six
The fashion designer offers his take on the Bollywood's sexy six.
The top 10 excuses people use to avoid sex
The humble headache has had its day as far as excuses to avoid sex are concerned, for now the reigning white lie to snub a romp is 'I'm too tired', says a new survey.
It's official: Men are bigger liars than women
Believe it when women say their partners are bigger liars than them, for a new survey has revealed that males tell twice as many lies as females.
This atheist blogger sold his soul on eBay
Hemant Mehta's atheism-oriented blog works, finds P Rajendran, because of its non-confrontational tone.
A look at the latest, hottest mp3 player
Apple recently launched the latest version of the mp3 player complete with video camera, mic and speaker.
Prevent lay-offs from affecting your marriage
As people are increasingly losing jobs due to recession, their married lives are hitting a rough patch as well. But you can still pull your married lives together by following some simple tips to reduce the tension.
Social networking nightmares- Tell us
Have you had a nightmare because of your social networking account- We want to hear about it.
Indian women look best in saris: Irrfan Khan
Actor Irrfan Khan rocked the ramp at Kolkata Fashion Week (KFW) II Sunday as showstopper for designer Abhishek Dutta's 'Tomorrowland'.
Sex queries: 'I have a sexual addiction'
Andrologist and microsurgeon Dr Sudhakar Krishnamurti responds to rediff readers' sexual queries.
'India never goes out of fashion'
Celebrating 40 years in the fashion industry, Ritu Kumar presents a retrospective show.
He dreams of socially relevant videogames
Suman Guha Mozumder speaks to John Kolencheryl, a computer engineering student from Carnegie Mellon who wants to make a difference.
A few things no one tells you about marriage
A few truths should should know about before you take the plunge.
Gadget shopping? 10 must-haves
These snazzy gizmos are a must for any tech freak!
Women have sex to relieve boredom, migraines
Women indulge in sex not for love and passion, but for various other 'unromantic' reasons -- including relieving themselves of boredom, out of pity for a man and even to cure a migraine headache -- says a new book.
Sex queries: 'I have never experienced an orgasm'
Andrologist and microsurgeon Dr Sudhakar Krishnamurti responds to rediff readers' sexual queries.
Eating at the 'wrong' time can lead to weight gain
Eat at the right time of day if you actually want to shed those extra pounds, an American study suggests.
A slice of India aboard a Caribbean cruise
Lakshmi Somasundaram took a luxurious cruise in the Caribbean and shares her experience.
Restaurant review: Home-made eats at Potluck
GA reader Kavya KP gives this Bangalore eatery the thumbs-up.
Have a need for speed? Shift falls short
There's very little looking up for this soon-to-be-released racer, says Sameer Desai, Editor, IndianVideoGamer.com
Poll: Women more likely to cheat in relationship?
And you thought men do all the 'goofing around' when the topic of long-term relationships arises -- a new shocking UK poll has found that women are more likely to cheat on their partners than men.
Is social networking posing a risk to you?
Here are some tips to keep in mind when you disclose a good part of your day-to-day life online for the world to see.
Buying a digital SLR? Here's what you must know
In the last five years digital SLR cameras have become heaper and better. Here's what you must know before you buy one.
A few things you rarely see in India anymore
Here are a few things you rarely see in our country anymore, some of them exclusively Indian.
'I didn't think I'd become the next Rushdie'
24-year-old author of Welcome To Advertising! Now, get Lost Omkar Sane, on being a writer, challenges faced by first-time writers and his advice to aspiring writers.
What you need to know about teenage depression
Teenage depression is on the rise, with increasing pressures of exams and academic competition. Here's are warning signs you should watch out for and tips on how to nip it in the bud.
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