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Hoisting the Indian flag where no one else has

I can never forget the day when in a remote corner of the planet that mariners call the Horn, or the Everest of the Seas, I hoisted the Indian flag on my boat and gave a salute to our tricolour. It......

Criticality may mean death for Kudankulam's seas

The first two units of the Kudankulam nuclear plant will discharge 6.3 billion litres of waste water every day right onto the beach. This discharge will trigger a slow-motion disaster that will......

Chinese intrusion is a matter of concern, not alarm

We have seen greater Chinese activism in the South and East China Seas, but not across the Sino-Indian border. If the Chinese troops stay put in the Burthe area and construct defensive structures,......

India supports Japan's freedom of navigation on high seas

India assured Japan that it "stands" by it to ensure freedom of navigation on the high seas, an assurance that comes in the backdrop of increasing conflicts in the Pacific involving China. "There......

India, Pak working to avert conflict on high seas

To avert military confrontations on high seas, India and Pakistan are discussing the establishment of a mechanism of direct contact between the navies of the two countries. The mechanism could......

Onboard the world's biggest cruise ship

The world's biggest cruise ship, Allure of the Seas is indeed a floating palace. With 5-star amenities, royal suites, shopping and dining avenues, live performances, 3-D movies, sea spa and......

Top retirement destinations in the world

Post retirement, a person looks for easy life. better access to healthcare and cheaper cost of living. International Living assessed various countries around the world based on real estate prices,......

The tallest buildings in India

No city in India is as starved of space as Mumbai is. Surrounded by sea on three sides, the city has only one way to expand – vertically. And that’s why, most of India’s tallest......

Meet the nuclear physicist who builds ports

If you are proud of your birthplace you will be happy. Though I studied in the US I chose to come back here. What I love about India is the beautiful mixture of all cultures, Vijay Papparao, the......

China opens world's highest civilian airport

China has opened the world's highest civilian airport in a restive and remote Tibetan region of southwestern Sichuan province, which will cut journey time from the provincial capital from two days......

Review: KISS stays away from formula

KISS is a pleasant break from routine Telugu films, says Radhika Rajamani KISS (Keep it simple, stupid) is an unusual title for a rom-com. This sweet love story, directed by Adivi Sesh and......

Raja Sen: Why Ben Affleck will make a GOOD Batman

The SuperBat movie could be a massive letdown, but it won't be because of Ben Affleck, believes Raja Sen. My, you'd think he'd married Batman. The conjoined-celebrity nickname is reserved usually......

Review: Kalimannu's intentions are noble, but...

The film may have worked better as a documentary, writes Paresh C Palicha. You are enveloped in foreboding with the very first shot of director Blessy's Kalimannu. No, it is not because of the......

Arjun Rampal: I don't have a grudge against Shah Rukh Khan

Sitting in his plush, sea-facing, duplex apartment in Mumbai's posh suburb of Bandra, Arjun Rampal looks suave in jeans and t-shirt. He doesn't look like the earthy characters he's been playing in......

Review: Neelakasham Pachakkadal Chuvanna Bhoomi is impressive

Paresh C Palicha says Neelakasham Pachakkadal Chuvanna Bhoomi may prove to be another turning point in the recent new wave Malayalam cinema. In the last decade or so, Malayalam movies......

Mexico on draft F1 calendar for 2013, no New Jersey

Mexico City looks set to host a Formula One Grand Prix next year for the first time since 1992 while New Jersey, whose debut was postponed this season, is again absent from a draft 21-race calendar......

I follow Graeme Swann; I am inspired by him: Rasool

He may have not played a single international for India, but the mere fact that he is being considered by the selectors is enough motivation for Parvez Rasool to keep performing well.A consistent......

Green-Tregaro told to change rainbow fingernails

Swedish high jumper Emma Green-Tregaro, who painted her fingernails in the colours of the rainbow flag in support of Russia's gay community, has been told not to repeat the gesture in Saturday's......

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Q. Mahatma Gandhi said......U must not lose faith in humanity. Humanity is an ocean; if a few drops of the ocean are dirty, the ocean doesnt become dirty.... Your views
Farhaan: A. more

http://qna.rediff.com/questions-and-answers/mahatma-gandhi-said......u-must-not-lose-faith-in-humanity.-/26514495/answers/

Q. is Iodized salt good for health?
Sumukh Chincholkar: A. now they are not drops, they are increasing like the contaminated sea more

http://qna.rediff.com/questions-and-answers/is-iodized-salt-good-for-health/26511896/answers/26514586

Q. why is Caspian sea called so ?
RAMSHA JABEEN: A. "These Days" a big YES, but some time back it was not so, simple Salt Rock use to be called 'sendha namak' as well as sea water salt were equaly good more

http://qna.rediff.com/questions-and-answers/why-is-caspian-sea-called-so-/26498354/answers/26511937

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UPDATE 3-Oil drops towards $108 as U.S. storm wanes

* Gulf of Mexico output returning to normal after storm * Kazakhstan's giant Kashagan oilfield resumes production * Concerns over U.S. debt... ...

http://in.reuters.com/article/2013/10/07/markets-oil-idINL4N0HX10Y20131007

Grand Opening of New Alberta-Based Tour Company That Provides Affordable Customized Disneyland Vacations

--(PR.com)-- Golden Ticket Tours is celebrating their grand opening and it could save you a lot of time, stress, and money. Golden Ticket has the... ...

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Gerome catches the eye

Gerome and Sheer Class caught the eye when the horses were exercised here on Sunday morning. Sand track 600m: Antartica Zone (app), Shining Path... ...

http://www.thehindu.com/sport/races/gerome-catches-the-eye/article5206851.ece

With Barack Obama out, other leaders take APEC main stage

BALI: Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and other Asia-Pacific leaders took center stage Monday at a regional summit after President Barack Obama... ...

http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/news-by-industry/et-cetera/with-barack-obama-out-other-leaders-take-apec-main-stage/articleshow/23636157.cms

Why Congress will settle for President's rule

Who would have ever thought that the historic and sleepy town of Vizianagaram would one day become a seething cauldron, reminiscent of the Bobbili... ...

http://www.firstpost.com/politics/telangana-woes-why-congress-will-settle-for-presidents-rule-1156861.html