Eight good reasons not to wear makeupWhile you may assume that a coat of paint can have you looking like a celeb, things couldn't be further from the truth. Here's a few good reasons why you should avoid makeup.
It's an Indian summer for Armani in Milan
The grand master of men's fashion Giorgio Armani presented a finale with definitive Indian flavour at the Milan Fashion Week 2008.
Hogenakal: The waterfall spa
Yercaud may not impress everyone, but Hogenakal Falls is definitely a must-see place, says Get Ahead reader Pankaj Kumar Sinha.
Indian oomph hits the New York ramp
Fashion designer Abdul Halder showcased a collection he put together for a worthy cause in New York recently -- he collaborated with the UN to participate in the Mission Sanitation Fashion Fiesta '08. Abdul was there to take a stand for the upliftment of scavenger women of India and his collection was put together by women of the Sulabh Nai Disha Centre, Alwar, Rajasthan. Take a look.
Kolkata Kalling
Get Ahead reader Geeta Sai shares her visit to Kolkata, a city of amazing contrasts.
Eating out: Pizza and Caesar Salad to die for!
GA reader Harnoor Channi Tiwary reviews the multi-cuisine restaurant Piccadelhi.
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Follow the leader. Invest like the big guns doThe mutual fund industry in India is worth Rs 5.89 lakh crore as of the end of May 2008. If you are an investor, it is always sensible to know where this 5.89 lakh crore is invested -- you'll get a good idea as to where you should invest if you want to emulate the mutual fund industries.
Section 80C, tax planning and investments
Section 80C investments can be a smart way not only to save taxes but help you generate good returns in today's uncertain times.
Sensex, music and headphones
Investors need not worry about short-term volatility. Over the long term equities offer the best returns, as per a study.
'Buy stocks, mutual funds with a long-term horizon'
You must buy stocks and mutual funds only with a long-term horizon if you want to make decent returns, says Mahesh Padmanabhan.
'IIM teaches you to carve your own space in the world'Meet IIM graduate, senior brand consultant and debutant author Karan Bajaj.
CV writing: Keep it honest, relevant, simple
What is it in a CV that gets an interview call and what is it that gets it chucked in the bin? We ask recruiters just that.
Indian degrees to get more international acceptance
A move is afoot to make degrees awarded by Indian universities more acceptable by foreign universities and the international job market, by making admission procedures for students uniform and streamlining selection criteria of faculty members.
'How do I apply for an MS course in the US?'
International education consultant Karan Gupta addresses some of the queries we recieved via e-mail.
IT grad, now you can get industry-ready online
Mindlogicx Infotech, an R&D-based technology firm at Whitefield in Bangalore has just launched an online finishing school which will help aspirants from any part of the country to nurture their dream of being industry-ready when they join the IT sector.
'Is an MBA from the UK recognised in India?'
To answer questions related to UK study and study visas, Lai-Ming Sui, student team leader, Visa Services, British Deputy High Commission, Chennai, hosted a chat with Get Ahead readers on June 23. Here's Part I of the transcript.
Study UK: All about visas, trusted partners and admissions
Lai-Ming Sui, student team leader, Visa Services, British Deputy High Commission, Chennai, hosted a chat with Get Ahead readers on June 23, addressing questions about studying in the UK, visa procedures and the applications process. Part II of the transcript.
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