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Sage Blue Marilyn Sells For Record $195 million

Photograph: Kind courtesy Christie's Marilyn Monroe -- who would have turned 96 on June 1 -- was always much larger than life. Nearly 60 years after she was found dead -- reportedly of an overdose......

Odd PHOTOS from a mad, mad world!

These images from across the globe tell that it is a crazy world out there. Participants of the Zombie Walk Helsinki 2015 gather at a Helsinki park before marching in Helsinki,......

Maharishi Mahesh Yogi dead

Indian spiritual guru Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, who introduced 'transcendental meditation' to the West, including the Beatles in 1960s, passed away at his home in the Netherlands. He wasbelieved to be......

Chinese officials may have to avoid 'sexy clothes'

A Chinese provincial government body proposes to ban female civil servants from wearing 'sexy clothes' such as tank tops, backless costumes and tight jeans to office, the state media reported on......

PM Modi receives UN's highest environmental honour

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been awarded with the United Nations’ highest environmental honour, bestowed upon five other individuals and organisations, for his leadership of the......

Gadget war: Who is the smartest of them all?

Brands go hoarse advertising their "cutting-edge" technology products, but it does not get us rushing to the stores. Hopeful that the device would get cheaper by the months or the company would......

Chatwal's Dream Downtown hotel in New York opens

Dream Downtown hotel in New York City was inaugurated on June 15 with several key officials, diplomats and socialites in attendance. Located between two of the most vibrant neighbourhoods in New......

Will do whatever it takes to revive growth: RBI

All-out efforts are needed to mitigate the adverse impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, and the RBI will use any instrument necessary to revive growth and preserve financial stability, according to the......

New Mercedes E-Class @ Rs 45.9 lakhs

Mercedes-Benz has launched its ninth-generation iconic sedan E-class, which has a number of technical innovations, in Mumbai. The E-class, which was launched on Sunday, sports a 3.5-litre V6 petrol......

United colours of Air India crew

The Air India and Indian Airlines combine, wearing the new Air India brand and livery, is set to give a snazzy new look for its cabin crew. It has roped in internationally acclaimed designer Ritu......

Raj Kapoor@100: The Essential RK Playlist

'Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani' 'Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai' 'Jeena Yahan Marna Yahan' Even a sliver of a Raj Kapoor song has the finality of a statement, a slogan, a saga of life. A deep desire for......

Who SLAYED at the Cannes This Year? VOTE!

While Deepika Padukone was sorely missed at Cannes this year, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Aditi Rao Hydari, Urvashi Rautela and others made their presence felt by making BOLD and BEAUTIFUL style......

The Path-Breaking '70s Actor You Didn't Know

Rehana Sultan was all set to be a path-breaker.The time was right.Hindi cinema had emerged from the 1960s musicals era.But somehow, leading film-makers of the time did not believe Rehana had that......

Step Inside Anil Kapoor-HarshVarrdhan's Homes

Anil Kapoor's home totally contrasts with his son HarshVarrdhan's. While AK's house has been designed with rich colours and accessories, HarshVardhan's home has been decorated in neutrals. AK's......

'Brahmastra has become that film that has given a feeling of hope'

'Movie-goers will thrive if you give them what they want.' IMAGE: Ayan Mukerji, left, with his lead actors Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor. Photograph: Pradeep Bandekar At a time when luring the......

How shooting ace Manu is honing skills at home during lockdown

'Since I feel there is unlikely to be any outdoor action and competitions for another three-four months, I thought it will be useful to get this installed at this point in time.' IMAGE: Manu......

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