Person of the Week: Baba Ramdev
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Person of the Week: Baba Ramdev

Baba Ramdev, who is only a few business deals away from launching his own line of yoga-enabled spacecraft, is at this point, just showing off. It wouldn’t come as a shock if he’s the one who finally cures AIDS.
The Curse of The No 1
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The Curse of The No 1

This Indian squad, comprising young and hungry players, has achieved something even legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly, Rahul Dravid, and MS Dhoni couldn’t: Beating the fearsome Aussies in straight games.
Pulwama Attack: When Did Peace Become Such a Loaded, Dirty Word?
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Pulwama Attack: When Did Peace Become Such a Loaded, Dirty Word?

In the wake of the Pulwama attack, the distinction between sympathising with terrorists and hoping that peace will prevail has become increasingly blurry for those infected with a taste for vengeful retribution. At this point, someone could advocate a nuclear war and they’d receive a warmer reception than a person calling for peace.
Deepak Dobriyal, the Eternal Wingman
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Deepak Dobriyal, the Eternal Wingman

In Kuldip Patwal, his upcoming film, Deepak Dobriyal plays a grocer thrown in jail for a murder he claims he didn’t commit. Finally, a central role. If provided with substantial screen time, it might just be the role he’s been itching to play.
How to Spot a Neo-Shiv Bhakt
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How to Spot a Neo-Shiv Bhakt

Let’s celebrate this Mahashivratri by acknowledging the neo-Shiv Bhakt, or Urban baba. He doesn’t go on any pilgrimages but he sure has a lot of special “prasad”.