Advertisers go bold with taboo themes
As the flaps of a pink closet open, two young girls emerge out of it. Their dishevelled look and the glances they exchange narrate the story, while the commercial urges “Come out of the closet”. A popular watch and accessories brand Fastrack has come out with these edgy and bold television commercials that push the envelope in a relevant and spunky way.
When did Ramsey walk off Kitchen Nightmares?
Last week, when his first ever episode of Kitchen Nightmares turned out to be literally that — a nightmare! Chef Gordon Ramsay was invited by Samy and Amy Bouzalgo to critique their restaurant, Amy’s Bistro, in Arizona. It turned out to be the most bizarre experience for viewers, according to The Daily Mail.
Mahindra eye strong result in France
India’s only motorcycle grand prix team, Mahindra Racing, will resume battle in France this weekend, with high hopes of stronger results after a top-10 start for the all-new machine.
Indian scales European highest peak
Almost two years after scaling the Mount Everest, Orissa’s Jogabyasa Bhoi has succesfully conquered the highest mountain peak in Europe — Mount Elbruse — and spread the message of women’s empowerment in the process.
BIC hosts pre-season test
Volkswagen Motorsport India organised the pre-season test for the Polo R Cup 2013 drivers at the country’s only F1 circuit, the Buddh International Circuit (BIC), in Gretaer Noida.
Hindustan FA to hold workshop
The Hindustan Football Academy will hold a 45-day summer workshop for boys between the ages of 7 and 17 years under experienced and AFC qualified coaches at the Thyagaraj Sports Complex in Lodhi Road from May 20 onwards. Playing kit will be provided without charge to participants.
It’s time to suit up
How can a man’s wardrobe be perfect without suits? Suits can make anyone look super smart and sexy. Here are some combinations, which can give you a killer look and make other men go green with envy.
Team feel at home in Bahrain
Seldom in a sport do you see a relatively unknown visiting team sharing a considerable chunk of the fanfare with the hosts. At the Elite Grande Hotel in Manama, Bahrain, the Indian senior women’s national team got such a rare opportunity, although in a fairly alien nation, ahead of their two friendlies in the run up to their AC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers in Palestine from May 21.
Sharmila ends T-17 at Turkish Open
Sharmila Nicollet played brilliantly on the final day of the Turkish Airlines Ladies Open to finish at tied 17 in Antalya on Sunday, according to information received here.
Former Delhi cricketer passes away
Former Delhi cricketer Rajeshwar Prasad Thapliyal has passed away after a brief illness. He was 68 years old and is survived by his wife, son and a daughter.