Travel, 25th Dec 2019, News & Stories from India

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Not easy to swim against tide in Bollywood, says Emraan Hashmi

The actor believes more than living up to the expectations of others, it is important to be confident about the choice one makes.

25 Dec 2019 12:08 PM

Despite taking a bite out of their wallets, Jordanians appear to prefer larger breeds, such as German shepherds, Rottweiler’s and huskies. (Photo: AFP)

Pet hotels sprouting up across Jordan

Not so much a dog's life for Jordan's pampered pets.

25 Dec 2019 12:05 PM

James Anderson’s return from injury could not be more timely for England, who are still unsure about the make-up of their bowling attack as they head into the first test against South Africa. (Photo:AFP)

As England plan all pace attack, James Anderson aims for 150 Test caps

While Jofra Archer and Stuart Broad are still unsure of playing after being laid low with flu, Anderson will be back for his 150th test.

25 Dec 2019 12:02 PM

Equipped with power-packed features for greater optimization, the update promises to make the device even more convenient and engaging for users. (photo: Representational)

Infinix HOT 8 to get more up-to-date with Google and XOS v5.5 update

Infinix, a smartphone brand from TRANSSION Holding group, is rolling out a new Over-the-Air (OTA) update for its smartphone, the HOT 8.

25 Dec 2019 12:02 PM

Sami representatives accuse some tourism providers of pretending to be Sami when they are not, or selling products and tourist attractions portraying Sami people as magical and primitive. (Photo: AFP)

Ethically responsible tourism initiative to preserve Sami culture

Tourism's gifts and woes for Santa and Sami homeland.

25 Dec 2019 11:47 AM

The first church was built on the site of Jesus's birth in the fourth century, though it was replaced after a fire in the sixth century. (Photo: AFP)

Pope Francis ushered in Christmas celebrations with midnight service

Pope Francis kicks off Christmas celebrations with midnight Mass.

25 Dec 2019 11:37 AM

The data revealed that higher magnesium intake was associated with a statistically significant risk reduction in fatal coronary heart disease and a reduction in the risk of sudden cardiac death. (Photo: ANI)

Magnesium can cause sudden cardiac death

Higher magnesium intake may reduce fatal coronary heart disease risk in postmenopausal women.

25 Dec 2019 11:28 AM

Internet and Mobile Association of India too had sought clarification on the issue.

DPIIT to soon issue clarification on 26 pc FDI in digital media sector

The DPIIT has already taken views of the Information and Broadcasting Ministry on the issue.

25 Dec 2019 11:25 AM

Various bacterial pathogens can escape our immune system by staying and multiplying within our body cells (intracellularly). (Photo: ANI)

Bacterial pathogens can escape human immune system

Shigella bacteria, which cause diarrhoea, use lipopolysaccharides (LPS) on their surface to block the effector caspases.

25 Dec 2019 11:20 AM

ByteDance has been seeking to ringfence TikTok, popular with teenagers in the United States, from much of its Chinese operations (Photo: AP)

ByteDance has no sale plans for TikTok, media report untrue - internal note

Bloomberg reported on Monday that the company was considering a TikTok stake sale.

25 Dec 2019 11:14 AM

Board of Cricket Control in India (BCCI) President Sourav Ganguly congratulated Ravichandran Ashwin after the latter finished with most international wickets this decade. (Photo:File)

Sourav Ganguly wishes R Ashwin on ending with most international scalps this decade

Ganguly took to Twitter and praised Ashwin's effort on achieving his feat.

25 Dec 2019 11:13 AM

It's been a long time between Boxing Day Tests for Australia's closest cricketing neighbour, New Zealand. (Photo:AFP)

Long time between Boxing Day tests for New Zealand vs Australia

New Zealand's last appearance on Dec. 26 in Melbourne was in 1987.

25 Dec 2019 11:02 AM

Welfare of tribals, backwards and minorities will be high on the new government's agenda, Soren said. (Photo: PTI)

If even one person from J'khand is uprooted due to CAA, won't implement it: Soren

Soren was on Tuesday formally elected the JMM legislature party leader and will be sworn in on December 29 at 1 pm.

25 Dec 2019 11:02 AM

Security of people above 'Dabangg 3', says Salman Khan

The actor said he is happy with the way 'Dabangg' franchise, also featuring Sonakshi Sinha and Arbaaz Khan, has shaped up.

25 Dec 2019 11:01 AM

Accepting ageing gracefully becomes easy with this magic oil. (Photo: File)

This is how I got rid of my joint pain at the age of 50

Time, life and age, never wait for you! All you have to do is accept them with your open hands.

25 Dec 2019 10:55 AM

India, the world’s third-biggest oil importer and consumer, has set an April 1, 2020 deadline to migrate to Euro VI-compliant fuels to cut its carbon emissions.

India's November oil import growth fastest in seven months: report

India’s November oil imports rose 12.7 per cent to 19.17 million tonnes (about 4.7 million barrels per day).

25 Dec 2019 10:55 AM

New Zealand made two changes Wednesday for the Boxing Day Test against Australia with fast bowler Trent Boult back from injury and Tom Blundell replacing Jeet Ravel at the top of the order. (Photo:AFP)

New Zealand make two changes for Boxing Day Test

The dangerous Boult missed the first Test in Perth with a rib injury that also kept him out of their final clash against England.

25 Dec 2019 10:54 AM

'I am amazed that the Vice Chancellor is in passive mode and a silent spectator to this unseemly spectacle that augurs painful sliding of our system,' Dhankhar tweeted. (Photo: PTI)

Facing Governor Dhankhar's ire on campus protests, JU VC pleads not guilty

Prof Das also asserted that he went by the rule book in holding the convocation ceremony without varsity Chancellor Dhankhar.

25 Dec 2019 10:50 AM

In financial year 2018-19 the proportion of gross non-performing assets (NPAs) to total loans decreased to 9.1 per cent compared to 11.2 per cent in 2017-18.

RBI sees corporate governance 'fault lines' at some lenders

Indian banks have shifted towards the retail market in recent years in response to a rise in soured corporate loans.

25 Dec 2019 10:49 AM

England all-rounder Ben Stokes will spend Tuesday at the bedside of his father Ged, who is in a critical condition in hospital in Johannesburg. (Photo:AFP)

Ben Stokes doubtful for first test after his father critical illness

The England and Wales Cricket Board said Ged Stokes, a former New Zealand rugby league player, had suffered a 'serious illness' on Monday.

25 Dec 2019 10:41 AM

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