A charismatic leader of a prominent political party in the capital city of the world’s largest democracy set to inherit the chair of Prime Minister. An incumbent Prime Minister who isn’t keen on retiring yet. Party members who also have their eyes on

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Located in Mumbai’s heritage centre, Horniman Circle, designer Rooshad Shroff’s new gallery and office has the perfect view of the magnificent Asiatic Library. It is also flanked by two iconic boutiques – Hermès and Louboutin (also designed by Shroff

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“Life’s this game of inches. So is football. Because, in either game, life or football, the margin for error is so small – I mean one-half a step too late, or too early, and you don’t quite make it... The inches we need are everywhere around us… On t

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While 2020 was a challenging year for all of us, ushering in a new year is the perfect time to embrace positivity and hope. And, to spread some much-needed festive cheer and lift spirits, for Christmas and New Year celebrations, Jack Daniel’s launche

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