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Swiss court sentences Hindujas to jail, family files appeal

Britain's wealthiest family, the Hindujas, have said they are 'appalled' by a Swiss court's ruling of jail terms for some members and have filed an appeal in a higher court challenging the verdict......

SpaceX capsule with 1st all-civilian crew returns to Earth

Four SpaceX tourists returned to Earth from a three-day extra-terrestrial excursion on Saturday evening, marking the end of the first-ever flight to Earth's orbit flown entirely by tourists or......

What Modi can learn from Singapore's Lee

'Lee Kuan Yew told me he used to look to India, especially the writings of Nehru and Sardar Panikkar, for guidance on governance.''It's ironic that India should have so much to learn of the spirit......

From shining skyscrapers to dilapidated shells: 2018's Architectural Photography Awards

The shortlist for the Architectural Photography Awards 2018 has been revealed. The awards are split into four categories: Exterior, Interior, Sense of Place, and Buildings in Use, with each......

Kerala man wins $1m lottery after surviving Emirates crash-landing

A 62-year-old Indian, who was on board the Emirates plane that crash-landed in Dubai, might be the luckiest man alive as he has won a million dollars in lottery, just six days after miraculously......

Hindujas turn London's World War II era war office into a luxury hotel

The Old War Office (OWO) of Britain's World War II era prime minister Winston Churchill opened its doors as a brand-new luxury hotel in London with a glittering launch event, complete with surprise......

Hindujas's 1.2 Billion Project Makes Waves

'Our family philosophy is to build a bridge between India and Britain.' IMAGE: Britain's Old War Office is spread over 580,000 square feet and rises to seven floors. Photograph: Kind courtesy......

A 2-bedroom flat in Hindujas' The OWO costs 5.8 mn!

The OWO is spread over 580,000 sq. ft and rises to seven floors. Its 1,100 rooms are now being converted into 85 residences and a hotel. IMAGE: A 250-year lease of the vast property was acquired......

IT cos nervous as Trump gets ready to sign outsourcing killer

Trump to sign an executive order aimed at achieving a more skills-based and merit-based immigration system. US President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order that would tighten the......

Foreign hotel chains push Indian majors on back foot

Marriott-Starwood, Carlson Rezidor and others are winning the tug-of-war for customers with local hotel chains as they add new properties at a breakneck speed. Marriott’s acquisition of......

First Look of Viswaroopam at IIFA, Singapore

Excerpts and the first look of Vishwaroopam, directed and co-produced by Kamal Haasan, will be showcased at the 13th Videocon IIFA Weekend in Singapore in June 2012. The film is made in both Hindi......

Spotted: Hrithik Roshan in Singapore

Reader Swati Sriram spotted Hrithik Roshan in Singapore. The actor was shooting for an apparel ad at the CBD area, Raffles...

Bean there, done that

France, a country of culture, beauty and peace, and theperfect place to take a holiday. Not anymore. Mr Bean is back, ladies and gentlemen, and France will never be the same again! British comedian......

Hardik, Natasa Get Married Again!

Photographs: Hardik Pandya/Instagram, Raffles Udaipur Hardik Pandya and wife Natasa Stankovic made their Valentine's Day special as they renewed their wedding vows in Udaipur on Tuesday. Hardik......

Want to own The Roger?

Each pair costs $250 and there are only 1,000 pairs available. IMAGE: Roger Federer presented The Roger on his Instagram page on Tuesday. Photograph: Roger Federer/Twitter   A month and a day......

'Expect more injuries when season resumes'

IMAGE: Aston Villa's Jack Grealish looks dejected. Photograph: Chris Radburn/Reuters Newcastle United club doctor Paul Catterson says he expects players to suffer more injuries than usual......

COVID-19: Fans can play, dine with Beckham for charity

David and wife Victoria join 'All In Challenge' in which athletes and celebrities come up with special fan experiences to raise money for selected charities. IMAGE: David Beckham and Victoria......

Novak, Rafa and I still Grand Slam favourites, reckons Federer

IMAGE: Switzerland's Roger Federer staggered through to the 3rd round after defeating Britain's Dan Evans on Wednesday. Photograph: Edgar Su /Reuters Roger Federer has given cold comfort to the......

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