Like millions of people across the world, the year 2020 had dealt me irreplaceable losses and the lowest of blows. Like I have always done at such junctures, I had sought the refuge of the mountains. I wanted to end the year on a high, to show the finger to life, says Sumit Bhattacharya after a memorable journey to North Sikkim.
The present tax revenue of the state is Rs 120,000 crore.
Simona Halep lost her chance to go on a court she likened to "a very nice hotel" after she checked out of Wimbledon early following a shock 5-7, 6-4, 6-3 defeat by 106th-ranked Slovakian Jana Cepelova.
Once a stock market darling, the jewellery chain heads for liquidation.
A special investigation team of the Delhi police on Friday questioned senior journalist Nalini Singh in connection with the murder case of former union minister Shashi Tharoor's wife Sunanda Pushkar.
Officials said the attack could have been aimed at the parliament house.
The largest athlete's village in the history of the Games is a visceral monument to now-faded optimism. Planned when Brazil was booming, its harnessing of private sector wealth was meant to set the gold standard for a sustainable Olympics. Instead, the worst recession in generations pushed the luxury apartments out of reach.
How some people use the levers of control at clubs and elite schools to weather waves of change.
Here's a closer look at Farah Khan's latest movie.
'Oscar has been given to A R Rahman.' Ringa Ringa Ringa, Choli ki peeche kya hai -- What's the difference? Exactly the same. Also, Jai ho.' 'I did Ramba ho in 1985.' 'Rahman combined three of my songs and got Best Original Score.' 'The Ho came from me.' 'Bappi Lahiri brought the Ho to Bollywood.'
We pay homage to Bhanu Athaiya by celebrating her best creations.
A selection of Indian corporations are cutting costs and contributing to a green economy by embracing clean fuel and India Inc sees a strong business case in adopting renewable energy to power their operations.
A selection of Indian corporations are cutting costs and contributing to a green economy by embracing clean fuel and India Inc sees a strong business case in adopting renewable energy to power their operations.
The BJP is banking on development. The opposition is raking up caste identities and the dangers of hyper nationalism.
... The feeling won't last too long, says Paloma Sharma.
The pair are currently filming Kabir Khan's Bajrangi Bhaijaan.
Sudhir Mishra's Iss Raat Ki Subah Nahin is relevant even today.
Switzerland's Federal Office of Justice (FOJ) named the men as Alfredo Hawit of Honduras, acting president of the CONCACAF federation and a FIFA vice-president, and Juan Angel Napout of Paraguay, head of the South American football federation CONMEBOL. CONCACAF administers football in North and Central America and the Caribbean.
The prices of unsold homes in Mumbai run into crores of rupees.
Dinakaran's chartered accountant will be called by the crime branch for questioning in the matter.
Besides malls and high-street stores, there's a rush of discounts while you are flying or holidaying in fancy hotels.
Short trips can be made to interesting places at 15-20 per cent lower prices.
Tips for those who are planning to buy the $17,000 watch.
M D Riti pays tribute to Bangalore's homegrown business giant.
The first Whisky Bible was published in 2004.
'She had indeed grown to full womanhood and was in reality more beautiful than I thought she was.'
Prince Victor Albert Jay Duleep Singh's mansion is located in one of south-west Kensington's most sought after residential addresses.
'His assignment as the Ambassador to the UAE was particularly appreciated by the Emiratis and Indians alike. He retires in a trail of glory,' says Ambassadpr T P Sreenivasan.
Get ready for a great safari across some of the best national parks in the country, courtesy the Indian Railways.
Why check into a hotel when you can pitch a tent and get close to nature.
The tourism ministry is awaiting tourist numbers from UP and Bihar, which would largely determine the economic feasibility of running a tourist train on a daily basis.
The top court last week gave Sahara a final chance to raise funds.
Beauty technicians and hairstylists in PPEs. Constant disinfection of instruments such as scissors and combs, Disposable neck-wraps and fresh towels. That's what beauty may look like now, reports Amrita Singh.
The doctors at AIIMS have said that Union Minister Shashi Tharoor's wife Sunanda Pushkar's death is a case of unnatural sudden death and no poisoning have been found, after her autopsy was completed.
Paytm has, since November 8, been on an overdrive, rolling out a series of features on its app including multi-language options for a no-holds barred access across the country. The company is now planning to make Paytm available on all types of mobile phones, going much beyond smartphones.
Sepp Blatter in Russia on first foreign visit since crisis.
Campaigners call for Kofi Annan to take charge of FIFA reform.
