At no other time has a single meeting of the leaders of two democracies been so critical and hazardous.
It's an undeniable fact that after enactment of GST, buying insurance will become a little expensive impacting your term plans, health plans and motor insurance plans the most. But you should not ignore the importance of insuring your life, health, vehicle, says Harjot Singh Narula
'Decisions on nuclear power have so far been taken by a small select group, primarily interested in profiteering from their actions, stating 'secrecy' as necessary from the national security point.' 'This argument is false, because we are dealing with the 'civilian' nuclear power sector, which is open even to the IAEA,' says Dr A Gopalakrishnan, former chairman of the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board.
The Magna Carta inspired legends like Mahatma Gandhi and Nelson Mandela for liberty to their lands and people, Prime Minister David Cameron said.
In the metal pack, Tata Steel was up 3.7% while Vedanta was up 1.8% .
A new formula for pricing natural gas in the domestic market was determined; the decontrol of diesel prices was announced; and the scheme that directly transferred subsidies to bank accounts of users of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders was modified and relaunched.
Veteran actor Sadashiv Amrapurkar, who breathed his last this morning at Kokilaben hospital in Mumbai, will be remembered for his remarkable ability to make us both adore and abhor him with his on screen antics. Here's a look at his best performances.
The last time Tamil Nadu seriously voted on pre-poll promises was in faraway 1967.
For the Eagles, who previously lost title games in 1981 and 2005, the win capped a remarkable late-season charge that most observers considered unthinkable when starting quarterback Carson Wentz suffered a season-ending injury in December.
Is it a last ditch attempt to reassure consumers, or a way to gain the upper hand at the negotiating table, or is it just a way of exhausting the treasure chest before the lights go out
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The so-called soil scam has left Lalu alone in the Mahagathbandhan.
Few lessons world leaders can learn from Tim Cook.
'Huma Abedin must follow through in the footsteps of her illustrious mentor Hillary Clinton to carry the movement forward to empower American women,' says Kaleem Kawaja.
The parallels between Modi's direct and indirect methods and his fan base, and those of Trump, are blinding.
If you choose to be a stay-at-home mom, it definitely does not mean that you are losing a grip over your finances. In fact, there is a lot you can do for yourself and your family.
They gave voices to sexual assault & harassment survivors across the world.
Democracy has died -- and we, my friends, killed her, says Paloma Sharma.
'I want tonight to express gratitude to all the women who have endured years of abuse and assault because they, like my mother, had children to feed and bills to pay and dreams to pursue.' Stirring speeches at the 75th Golden Globes.
Air India must tighten costs to comes out of the red or it wil perish in no time, says experts.
For successive governments the Election Commission remains a 'holy cow', where unhealthy precedents are allowed to be nurtured since Independence, says N Sathiya Moorthy.
Politicians have continued taking people for granted and managed to stay above the law, says T N Ninan
To begin with, these are among the cheapest in the loan market.
18-time Oscar nominee Meryl Streep towers over everybody else in the film - thanks to her unparalleled acting prowess and the sheer intensity of the character she plays.
What the ordinance overturning the Supreme Court order debarring jailed MPs and MLAs from contesting elections reveals is that Sonia Gandhi is not a leader; rather, she is being led, says Amberish K Diwanji.
'If you want to be a successful cricketer you need to figure out yourself, both on and off the field.'
'Sadashivji said he did Hindi potboilers to keep his kitchen running. Marathi theatre was his life.' Bollywood pays tribute to Sadashiv Amrapurkar.
'A three generation US-Pakistan relationship is not likely to be snapped any time soon. All this presents an irritant to an India that wishes to concentrate on economic development,' says Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).
Globally, just 8 billionaires have same amount of wealth as the poorest 50% of the world population.
These powerful habits will make you more productive and a better human being.
Many boards insist on "proven", "experienced" directors when it comes to appointing women.
In five years, royalty payments have grown 31.1% yearly, much faster than rise in revenue and profit.
'Manmohan Singh was blamed for administrative paralysis, but if you speak to any senior bureaucrat today, they are very bitter and say that files do not move. I am told that more than a thousand files are awaiting clearance.'
US presidential aspirants Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders on Friday tried to woo minority Latino and African American voters as they sparred over issues like race and their records on immigration during a Democratic debate.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave the vote of thanks to the President's speech on the opening day of the Budget session.
When there is panic, you get an opportunity to get your hands on some of the good stocks.
Siddarth Dudheria is the founder of Ride2Light, a group of motivated individuals who cycle to raise awareness and funds for various social causes.
The question really is whether the US can be persuaded to embark on a path of calibrated and stronger sanctions on Pakistan.
"Will anybody want a servant that who is on vacation when needed at home? And nobody knows where he is," he continued.
Attired in his trademark half sleeves kurta and sporting a Rajasthani turban, Prime Minister Narendra Modi devoted a bulk of his 90-minute address on the occasion of the 70th Independence Day to presenting in effect a report card of his government's work particularly in boosting economic growth, ease of doing business and welfare schemes for the poor and farmers.
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