India's LONGEST and modern: Yamuna Expressway
Last updated on: August 11, 2012 10:12 IST
The 165km-long Yamuna Expressway, which will reduce commuting time between Greater Noida and Agra to a mere two hours, was thrown open after months of delay on August 9.The fast-track road, built at a cost of Rs 12,000 crore, was inaugurated by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav and opened for public.
While cars would have to pay Rs 320 for a one-way trip, two-wheelers would have to shell out Rs 150.
Chetan Bhagat's WHAT YOUNG INDIA WANTS
Last updated on: August 11, 2012 10:12 IST
In his latest book, What Young India Wants, Chetan Bhagat asks hard questions, demands answers and presents solutions for a better, more prosperous India. Why do our students regularly commit suicide? Why is there so much corruption in India? Cant our political parties ever work together? Does our vote make any difference at all? We love our India, but shouldnt some things be different? All of us have asked these questions at some time or the other. So does Chetan Bhagat, India's most loved writer, in What Young India Wants, his first book of non-fiction. What Young India Wants is based on Chetan Bhagats vast experience as a very successful writer and motivational speaker. In clear, simple prose, and with great insight, he analyses some of the complex issues facing modern India, offers solutions and invites discussion on them. And, at the end, he asks this important question: Unless we are all in agreement on what it is going to take to make our country better, how will things ever change?
Raaz3: Emraan-Esha's chemistry in 'Zindagi se'!
Last updated on: August 11, 2012 10:12 IST
Watch Raaz 3's new song Zindagi se!
LFW:HOT swimwear, BIKINI-SAREES and more!
Last updated on: August 11, 2012 10:12 IST
India's first swimwear designers Shivan Bhatiya and Narresh Kukreja have been forging quite a reputation for themselves and managed to put up quite a showing at the LFW today. Hotties in bikinis, one-pieces and resortwear took to the ramp, presenting the sizzling creations from the duo's latest line in their trademark colour-block preferences. And of course, there were also the much-talked-about Shivan-Narresh 'bikini-saris' -- take a look!
LFW:HOT swimwear, BIKINI-SAREES and more!
Last updated on: August 11, 2012 10:12 IST
India's first swimwear designers Shivan Bhatiya and Narresh Kukreja have been forging quite a reputation for themselves and managed to put up quite a showing at the LFW today. Hotties in bikinis, one-pieces and resortwear took to the ramp, presenting the sizzling creations from the duo's latest line in their trademark colour-block preferences. And of course, there were also the much-talked-about Shivan-Narresh 'bikini-saris' -- take a look!
Kareena's glamour DAZZLES LFW finale!
Last updated on: August 11, 2012 10:12 IST
The curtain came down in style on the fifth and final day of the LFW with showings by Kallol Datta and Pankaj & Nidhi and B-Town glamour courtesy Lakme brand ambassador Kareena Kapoor. The creations from both labels were inspired by sponsor Lakme's latest Absolute Monochrome makeup line, a a collection of edgy, glam products that take up on the current colour-blocking trend, created in association with makeup expert Clint Fernandes.
Ishkq in Paris trailer: Preity Zinta is back!
Last updated on: August 11, 2012 10:12 IST
Priety Zinta is back after a long on sliver screen. Her new movie Ishkq in Paris first trailer is out, check out!
When SONIA GOT ANGRY!
Last updated on: August 11, 2012 10:12 IST
In an unprecedented scene in the Lok Sabha, an angry Sonia Gandhi goaded Congress MPs to shout slogans after BJP leader LK Advani took a jibe at the UPA-II and accused the government of indulging in horsetrading to win votes in the House. Soon after, Congress leaders broke into an uproar in the house, protesting against Adavni's statement even as Sonia was seen making animated gestures and intervening nine times. Sonia was seen instructing partymen and objecting to Advani's statement herself. Advani withdrew the word "illegitmiate" from his speech after Lok Speaker Meira Kumar instructed him to do so.
It took years of hard work to win: Vijay Kumar
Last updated on: August 11, 2012 10:12 IST
Rediff's Harish Kotian, interviewed Olympic silver medalist Vijay Kumar in London.Vijay said, he had prepared himself mentally for a medal and is elated to have achieved his objective.
"I had mentally prepared myself for this moment. Being in the army has made me mentally tough and I used this to my advantage. Whatever I had planned, I have achieved," said Vijay, said at the post-event media interaction.
Watch Vijay's interview on rediff
