Day: August 15, 2018

New Delhi: Four years since the death of the legendary Khushwant Singh, a new book brings together some of his finest writings on his native land, Punjab, and its people.

“My father’s photo is kept at the Thiyagigal Ninaivu Mandapam in Gandhi Mandapam. Only three freedom fighters photos from Chennai are kept there. I am very proud and happy that my father was a reason for getting independence. He has inspired me in many ways,” concludes Ragubathi.

The Prime Minister of Tonga has challenged fellow Pacific leaders to a year-long weight-loss competition to combat soaring obesity levels in the region.

When I won the title, it surprised me because it was the first time I participated in the competition. There were other contestants who were competing to win for more than five-six years. Without my coach I couldn’t have won it. He was my backbone

The tricolour was hoisted in different parts of the city and across Tamilnadu by political leaders and government officials at their respective places on the occasion of the country’s 72nd Independence Day today.

Turkey announced today it is increasing tariffs on imports of certain US products, escalating a feud with the United States that has helped trigger a currency crisis.

By putting aside differences, we should take a pledge to work in tandem to identify vested interests and fuel common interest.

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan today said the State has become a “role model” in dealing with rape cases of minors and 10 accused in such offences have been awarded the death sentence.

The government today passed legislation that allows only New Zealand residents to buy homes as it attempts to improve housing affordability and increase the rate of home ownership.

What stands out in his work profile is that he was part of the security team of former Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa for 7.5 years.