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Textbook Harry

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Stupefy!’ ‘Experillamus’! His wand flew out of the door, outraged. Doesn't the line ring a familiar bell? Of course, it is Harry Potter. A classic favourite among young readers, Harry Potter has found a place in the course curriculum of Durham University in the UK this year. Around 80 undergraduates have already signed up for it.

I’ll always be there for you

Sibling rivalry is an age-old phenomenon and has been a part of every generation in various ways. One can actually trace it back to the story that deals with rivalry between two brothers, Cain and Abel in the Bible where Cain the elder brother keeps asking his parents, “Am I my brother’s keeper?” The end is a tragic one and has

HAPPILY (RE)MARRIED!

It has been a case of third-time lucky for long-time friends Sunanda Pushkar and Shashi Tharoor, who tied the knot recently. It is a third marriage for both. Look around, and you will notice many couples, who have found a fresh chance at love and marriage again.

Can you spot a fake?

If recent news report about fake Rs 10 coins making its way into the capital are to be believed then chances are you may be carrying one in your wallet. According to Delhi Police, two youths suspected to be linked to a Nepal-based gang were arrested from south Delhi for supplying counterfeit Indian currency coins to food joints. Around 41,600 counterfeit coins with a face value of Rs 10 were recovered from the duo.

It’s a textured bob for trendy Michelle

This November the US President Barack Obama and wife Michelle Obama are scheduled to visit India.
The first lady of US is famous for her amazing sense of style and tops the list of best dressed women in the world. She no doubt goes with an entourage of stylists and dressers to get the “perfect” look, but more than that she is always willing to try out various styles. During her visit to India, she is also expected to get her hair styled by Sumit Israni, who owns Geetanjali, a chain of salons in the capital.

Vipassana leads celebs to path of self-discovery

I magine a vow of complete silence. Cut off from the world. No phone or any other mode of communication. That’s the price many don’t think is too high when they are eager to connect with their inner self. So, the time-honoured form of meditation, Vipassana — which means seeing things the way they really are, is what celebs in the city are taking on to accomplish spiritual contentment.

Runaway marriages

With teens growing up too soon for their parents’ liking, young marriages have become a major concern for parents, who find it difficult to deal with “youngsters in love”. While the law plans to come up with a comprehensive and realistic solution to deal with teenage marriages without parents’ consent, according to reports, the Delhi High

Glam fades, makes way for Khadi saris

After Katrina Kaif’s role of a politician in Rajneeti, Priyanka Chopra is set to play Indira Gandhi in US filmmaker Krishna Shah’s next biopic Mother: The Indira Gandhi Story.
It seems that actresses, who were strong on glamour, are now trying to play powerful politicians by going deglam and studying the part. Though movie buffs are excited to s

Help is just a post away

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Help needed! My friend’s lookin for a home for her cutie-pie. Any suggestions/reference regarding pet homes, contact numbers, animal lovers, homes, etc is most welcome. Plz help us find a home for our Bonnie.

Go cute and doll up

Pastel colours, a soft look that’s full of sugar, spice and everything nice — the girlie, dolled-up look is back in fashion. Think Sonam Kapoor in Aisha or even Kangna Ranaut in Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai.

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