‘News’ Archives
Singh is King of Singapore’s Army
Brigadier General Ravinder Singh has taken over as the new chief of army of Singapore – the first Sikh in three decades to head the military team. The 46-year old army-man will take over from Major-General Chan Chun Sing on 25 March. Singh, who is currently Deputy [Read More]
Australians try the curry route to Indians’ hearts
Following racist attacks on Indians in Australia, many community initiatives are shaping up to encourage racial harmony. One such effort is by a community group in Melbourne called Uniting Church, which has started monthly meetings between Indian students and the mainstream [Read More]
Sam Arora to support same-sex marriage
Sam Arora has now changed his mind. The Maryland Delegate who was a strong suppoert of marriage equality is expressing his concern for the same-sex marriage bill. “I have heard from constituents, friends, and advocates from across the spectrum of views and have [Read More]
Indians too busy to care, not any more
“Have you ever stopped by a tea stall to save a kid from child labour? Probably you were getting late for work and ignored it. These questions are being asked by BlogAdda and Tata Tea ‘Jaago Re’ joint campaign to cure and prevent people from Too Busy To [Read More]
Fiji: Fears for activists as military clamps down
Following reports that the military is clamping down on activists to prevent a peaceful protest planned for 4 March in Suva, Amnesty International remains deeply concerned about the ongoing crackdown on human rights in Fiji. About 50 percent of Fiji’s population share [Read More]
Indian writers get a chance to be published in a book
Indian writers have an opportunity to get published in the world famous Chicken Soup For the Soul series. This is possible with a collaboration of the Chicken Soup for the Indian Soul series with Indian blogging website, BlogAdda.com. The popular series, conceived and [Read More]
Why is Indian art a sought-after investment
On January 1, 2011, The Times of India published a survey of spending patterns among Indians which aimed at predicting projected net spendings on various sectors in the new year. As expected, the greatest growth potential was observed in the telecom sector. But what was [Read More]
Changing the lives of 5 ordinary Indians
Nat Geo ‘Mission Army – Desh ke Rakshak’ Television reality shows in India are in for more competition. Geographic Channel is all set to give its viewers unprecedented access into the most prestigious and revered institution of the country – The [Read More]
42M Indians watched ICC World Cup so far
First 4 non-India matches get high TV rankings Indians are enjoying the ICC Cricket World Cup 2011 in a big way. While Indians glued to their television set during India’s first ICC World Cup match, with a television rating of 10.3 TVR, they also watched non-India [Read More]
Experience Auckland’s culinary flavour
While New Zealand offers plenty of tourist attractions, its ethnic food variety is unmatched, especially in the multi-ethnic city of Auckland. Auckland’s central business district and the neighbouring Parnell and Ponsonby suburbs offer a rich choices for places to [Read More]
