Nihal Bitla had one small wish and that was to meet Aamir Khan and thank him for his movie ‘Taare Zameen Par’. Hardly did this 14-year-old kid, who has already become an inspiration for us all, know that his wish would be granted so soon. In a post on the Facebook page ‘Humans of Bombay’,…
BMW Motorrad has updated their two gas-powered maxi-scooters with an eye toward further differentiation of their target audiences. The sportier option gets a numerical name upgrade from C600 Sport to C650 Sport. This is in name only as it, and the new, touring-oriented C650GT, still share the same 60 hp (44 kW) parallel twin engine….
Chinnaswami Subramania Bharathi (11 December 1882 – 11 September 1921) was an Indian writer, poet, journalist, Indian independence activist and social reformer from Tamil Nadu. Popularly known as “Mahakavi Bharathi”, he is a pioneer of modern Tamil poetry and is considered one among the greatest of Tamil literary figures of all time. His numerous works…
Even the smartest and most qualified job seekers need to prepare for job interviews. Why, you ask? Interviewing is a learned skill, and there are no second chances to make a great first impression. So study these 10 strategies to enhance your interview skills. Practice Good Nonverbal Communication It’s about demonstrating confidence: standing straight, making…
Scientists, from the British Science Association, have drawn up a list of the top 10 things that have changed the world. A panel of 20 experts from the association drew up the list of the innovations to mark National Science and Engineering Week. Here is the list in full: 1. GPS Technology Originally developed as…
The dodo is dead. The passenger pigeon has passed on. But Lonesome George, the iconic Galápagos tortoise whose death marked the end of his species, is in post-mortem luck. A scientific expedition has discovered some of his close blood relations alive and well. With careful breeding, biologists now hope to revive George’s species and reintroduce…
AMSTERDAM (Reuters) – A collection of stolen Dutch masterpieces dating from the country’s 17th-century Golden Age has been discovered in a villa in rebel-held eastern Ukraine 10 years after they were stolen, a museum said on Monday. The 24 paintings, valued at 10 million euros ($10.8 million)when they went missing in 2005, reappeared in July…
For years, research has shown that babies born by cesarean section are more likely to develop health problems. Now, a groundbreaking study suggests that not all C-sections are equally risky. The research looked at all full-term, firstborn births in Scotland over a 15-year period and tracked the babies’ long-term health. It is one of the…
Who would think that the ability to be a good storyteller could be one of the hidden keys to secure a good job? But it’s true. Whether you are networking, building relationships or actively looking for a job, telling “your story” can truly springboard your job search and career advancement. Especially when searching for a…
When you apply for a job and appear for an interview, it isn’t always your qualifications and truck load of degrees and certificates that will land you up with a good job. There are many other factors which attribute to you getting hired, which may include your communication skills, your confidence, your leadership qualities, your…
