Singapore-based economist and historian by passion Professor Prasenjit Basu insists that some part of Indian history must be revisited and re-learned all over again.
Author: Himanshu Verma
Vinayak Lohani, man with a ‘Parivaar’ of 1,800
Meet Vinayak Lohani, an alumnus of IIT-Kharagpur and IIM-Calcutta, who has set up a humanitarian institution christened Parivaar for the holistic care, education and upkeep of children from deprived, impoverished backgrounds.
Jallianwala Bagh massacre centenary perfect day for a British apology: Shashi Tharoor
Sharing his fondness for the Lion City, Dr Shashi Tharoor spoke about his ties to Singapore. “I’m glad to be back, Singapore is one of my favourite places on Earth,” he said.
In Spotlight: Sidharth Malhotra on Aiyaary and his stellar movie career
Connected to India places Sidharth Malhotra in Spotlight, few days before the release of the much-awaited thriller Aiyaary.
Sidharth plays Major Jai Bakshi in the film, which hits the big screen on February 16 later this week. In his cool and easy manner, he talks about Aiyaary, experience of worki
Sidharth Malhotra: No longer Student of the Year
The much awaited, nerve rattling, keeping you on the edge film- Aiyaari is finally going to hit the silver screen on February 16.
Choosing the right partners and projects will determine your success in India: Amit Sinha of DBS
As the first Singapore bank to establish a presence in India in 1984, DBS is well placed to talk about the opportunities and the challenges of the banking sector in India, gleaned from more than two decades of operating history in the market.
Don’t skimp on asking for advice, counsels Chandra Mohan Rethnam
Chandra Mohan Rethnam will be speaking at a special conference organised by Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) called, Understanding and Overcoming Challenges – India, on October 2 at the Suntec Convention centre.
“Nurture your uniqueness” insists inimitable Ashish Vidyarthi
Ashish Vidyarthi was in Singapore earlier this year to soft launch a unique filmmaking startup, Filmwallas.com. Vidyarthi is an advisor to Filmwallas, along with directors Prakash Jha and Nagesh Kukunoor.
Stop focusing on the girl child, it’s the boys who need attention
I heard celebrated writer Chetan Bhagat, an IIT and IIM alumnus and ergo a shining example of a gentlemanly achiever in modern India, say this on Saavn, the radio app: “Mainay Arjun Kapoor kay badhay mazay karay hain (I was instrumental in making Arjun Kapoor have a lot of fun). I write the kissin
I miss directing: Kiran Rao
Film producer, screenwriter and director Kiran Rao is looking forward to getting back in the director’s chair, and says she has found her next project.
