http://www.dnaindia.com/ dnaindia.com delivers news and information on the latest top stories, sport, entertainment, business, technology, Mumbai, India, world and more. en-us COPYRIGHT @ 2012 DILIGENT MEDIA CORPORATION LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED XML::RSS Fri, 10 Feb 2012 04:24:01 GMT Fri, 10 Feb 2012 04:24:01 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/syndication/ 10 http://static.dnaindia.com/images/710/logo_dna_rss.gif http://www.dnaindia.com/ 31 88 dnaindia.com delivers news and information on the latest top stories, sport, entertainment, politics, India, World and more. http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_mana-shetty-s-preview-of-fashion-collection_1647996 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_mana-shetty-s-preview-of-fashion-collection_1647996 Mana Shetty showcased a collection with a burst of gold at this fashion event co-hosted by Sharmilla Khanna. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 03:30:00 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/slideshow_pictures-mallika-sherawat-s-hot-photoshoot-for-3d-magazine_1647960 http://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/slideshow_pictures-mallika-sherawat-s-hot-photoshoot-for-3d-magazine_1647960 Mallika Sherawat recently shot for the second issue of WMB 3D: World's Most Beautiful, the world's first 3D magazine. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:00:00 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_mum-s-love-can-boost-kid-s-brain-development_1647875 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_mum-s-love-can-boost-kid-s-brain-development_1647875 School-age children who get plenty of nurturing from their mothers early in life have brains with a larger hippocampus, a key structure important to learning, memory and response to stress, a new study has found. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:16:11 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/analysis/column_moderate-coffee-intake-brings-health-benefits_1647872 http://www.dnaindia.com/analysis/column_moderate-coffee-intake-brings-health-benefits_1647872 It helps burn calories, protects heart, enhances brain power & increases capacity to work. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:12:01 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_spondylitis-striking-indias-young_1647866 http://www.dnaindia.com/health/report_spondylitis-striking-indias-young_1647866 Long working hours on the computer, a desk job, lack of physical activity, consumption of junk food & obesity are a grim reality today. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:01:24 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/review_book-review-the-adventures-of-timpa-operation-rescue_1647638 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/review_book-review-the-adventures-of-timpa-operation-rescue_1647638 Daniel Pinto reviews Jahangir Kerawala & Sarabjit Sen’s The Adventures of Timpa: Operation Rescue. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 08:30:00 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_singapore-sunny-side-up_1647807 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_singapore-sunny-side-up_1647807 DNA visits one of the most talked-about entertainment destinations. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 07:10:22 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_let-your-home-say-who-you-are_1647822 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_let-your-home-say-who-you-are_1647822 Home décor is not about trends, it should reflect the person who inhabits the space, says Kimiko Menzies, of Eka. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 06:54:36 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_oh-for-that-piece-of-glass_1647818 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_oh-for-that-piece-of-glass_1647818 It’s not easy to understand the value of luxury brands unless one is aware of their history; and most of them come with copious volumes of it. DNA tries to unravel the mystery behind glass… Thu, 09 Feb 2012 06:52:37 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_dreamy-destinations-for-valentine-s-day_1647790 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_dreamy-destinations-for-valentine-s-day_1647790 DNA looks at some romantic hotspots around the world. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 06:44:10 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_singapore-sunny-side-up_1647803 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_singapore-sunny-side-up_1647803 A concrete-perfect city, Singapore seems walled by high rises from atop. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 06:36:49 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_mugdha-godse-s-himalayan-holiday_1647778 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_mugdha-godse-s-himalayan-holiday_1647778 Actress Mugdha Godse shares her experience in Kulu-Manali where she went to celebrate her mum’s birthday. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 05:55:37 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_band-remember-shakti-performs-at-music-concert_1647476 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_band-remember-shakti-performs-at-music-concert_1647476 Band ‘Remember Shakti’ was in concert after a gap of six years. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 04:30:00 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_launch-of-ritu-pande-s-fashion-collection_1647570 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_launch-of-ritu-pande-s-fashion-collection_1647570 Nisha Jamvwal hosted the showcasing of Ritu Pande’s fashion collection keeping Valentine’s Day in mind. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/analysis/report_positive-thinking-the-art-of-tuning_1647648 http://www.dnaindia.com/analysis/report_positive-thinking-the-art-of-tuning_1647648 Buddha took a flower and looked at his students silently requesting them to respond. Each student interpreted according to their own inner philosophy. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 02:30:00 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_bangalore-fashion-week-hits-and-misses_1647426 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_bangalore-fashion-week-hits-and-misses_1647426 There were hits, there were misses and there were those ideas that will stick around as trends — here’s our definitive list of what we loved at the sixth Bangalore Fashion Week. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:26:27 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_spaces-in-bangalore-where-art-thrives_1647379 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_spaces-in-bangalore-where-art-thrives_1647379 When art oozed out of its pores, some Bangaloreans went ahead to create spaces that not only accommodated the creative juices but also elevated art to a very high pedestal. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:55:28 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_chai-cafes-woo-coffee-fans-in-urban-india_1647353 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_chai-cafes-woo-coffee-fans-in-urban-india_1647353 A first-time visitor to New Delhi might think Indians are addicted to coffee. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:06:45 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/analysis/report_positive-thinking-secrets-of-creation_1647268 http://www.dnaindia.com/analysis/report_positive-thinking-secrets-of-creation_1647268 Everything in this creation is a complete whole. Anything that comes out of this creation is complete and anything that goes back is also complete. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:30:00 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/scitech/report_its-official-smoking-makes-men-stupid_1647139 http://www.dnaindia.com/scitech/report_its-official-smoking-makes-men-stupid_1647139 Smoking may accelerate cognitive decline in men, researchers have warned. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:47:45 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_celebs-rock-at-bangalore-fashion-week-after-party_1647117 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_celebs-rock-at-bangalore-fashion-week-after-party_1647117 The last day of Blenders Pride Bangalore Fashion Week ended with a bang as DJ Jasmeet and MC Riyaz kept the crowd on its feet till the party ended. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:40:00 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_lebanese-author-hanan-al-shaykh-welcomes-role-of-women-in-arab-spring_1647094 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_lebanese-author-hanan-al-shaykh-welcomes-role-of-women-in-arab-spring_1647094 The renowned Lebanese author is happy like never before, as she witnesses the churnings that are taking place today in the Arab society. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:51:08 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/world/report_pakistan-archaeologists-discover-indus-valley-era-seal_1647081 http://www.dnaindia.com/world/report_pakistan-archaeologists-discover-indus-valley-era-seal_1647081 The seal features the carved figure of an ibex with two pictographs. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:26:45 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_grand-finale-in-pictures-bangalore-fashion-week_1647059 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_grand-finale-in-pictures-bangalore-fashion-week_1647059 If anything defined the last day it was definitely the feverish enthusiasm of the crowds; DNA gives you an insight into the finalé’s collections. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:29:35 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/scitech/report_your-deleted-facebook-pictures-remain-accessible_1647043 http://www.dnaindia.com/scitech/report_your-deleted-facebook-pictures-remain-accessible_1647043 The photos do not disappear even after they are deleted but can still be accessed by anyone with a link to the images themselves. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:51:35 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_rohit-bal-grand-final-designer-at-lakm-fashion-week_1647010 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_rohit-bal-grand-final-designer-at-lakm-fashion-week_1647010 The fashion designer is excited about representing modern India at the upcoming fashion week, but can’t talk about it, just yet… Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:47:37 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_physical-punishment-may-turn-kids-more-aggressive_1647008 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_physical-punishment-may-turn-kids-more-aggressive_1647008 Physical punishment of children is potentially harmful to their long-term development, researchers have warned. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:45:59 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_indias-my-home-now-mia-evonne-uyeda_1646996 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_indias-my-home-now-mia-evonne-uyeda_1646996 The gorgeous Mia Evonne Uyeda, was in Bangalore last week and DNA caught up with the model-actor to find out more about her new ‘Indian’ avatar. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:22:43 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_perils-of-crash-diets_1646973 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_perils-of-crash-diets_1646973 Going on crash diets can take a huge toll on your body in many ways. Marathon runner and fitness expert Chandra Gopalan warns you of the perils. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:02:14 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/analysis/comment_bitter-childhood-was-charles-dickens-greatest-inspiration_1646851 http://www.dnaindia.com/analysis/comment_bitter-childhood-was-charles-dickens-greatest-inspiration_1646851 In addition to being perhaps the most famous novelist of the Victorian age, Dickens was an influential social reformer. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:00:00 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/mumbai/report_shah-rukh-slapgate-move-to-cancel-licence-of-juhu-lounge-bar-aurus_1646847 http://www.dnaindia.com/mumbai/report_shah-rukh-slapgate-move-to-cancel-licence-of-juhu-lounge-bar-aurus_1646847 Sources said police commissioner Arup Patnaik was miffed after the media reported the alleged incident as taking place at 4.30am. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 04:45:00 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_ash-and-junelia-chandler-wedding-party_1646747 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_ash-and-junelia-chandler-wedding-party_1646747 Ketan Kadam hosted a fun bash for newly-weds Ash and Junelia Chandler, that saw the swish society set breeze in to congratulate the couple. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 04:30:00 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_a-fusion-of-its-kind_1646914 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_a-fusion-of-its-kind_1646914 Renowned musicians like Zakir Hussain, Shankar Mahadevan and others put together a fusion show Tue, 07 Feb 2012 04:04:26 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_when-art-meets-the-environment_1646913 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_when-art-meets-the-environment_1646913 As a part of the Germany - India Year 2011-2012: Infinite Opportunities, a unique exhibit explores eco-sustainability Tue, 07 Feb 2012 04:02:59 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_own-a-picasso-artwork_1646911 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_own-a-picasso-artwork_1646911 Now, you can acquire artworks by legendary artists such as Pablo Picasso, Vincent van Gogh, Henri Matisse, Salvado. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 04:01:52 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_in-pictures-celebs-horse-around-at-indian-derby_1646730 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_in-pictures-celebs-horse-around-at-indian-derby_1646730 Abhay Deol and Sameera Reddy added a glam touch to this already stylish racing event. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 03:30:00 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/analysis/column_positive-thinking-accumulating-happiness_1646875 http://www.dnaindia.com/analysis/column_positive-thinking-accumulating-happiness_1646875 . It is said that a person with a happy, healthy mind is the one who is happiest, because in this state of mind he remains calm and truly happy. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 03:15:00 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/analysis/comment_positive-thinking-real-alcoholics_1646840 http://www.dnaindia.com/analysis/comment_positive-thinking-real-alcoholics_1646840 The real alcoholic may start off as a moderate drinker; he may or may not become a continuous hard drinker; but at some stage of his drinking career he begins to lose all control of his liquor consumption. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:03:00 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_in-pictures-a-day-at-the-premier-indian-derby_1646665 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_in-pictures-a-day-at-the-premier-indian-derby_1646665 Indian Derby presents fashionistas an opportunity to show off. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:20:24 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_how-fashion-models-cope-with-stress_1646621 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_how-fashion-models-cope-with-stress_1646621 With all the frenzied action backstage before any fashion show, it takes smart strategies for the models to stay on top of stress... Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:33:15 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_day-3-cranking-up-the-heat-at-bangalore-fashion-week_1646594 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_day-3-cranking-up-the-heat-at-bangalore-fashion-week_1646594 Day three of Blenders Pride Bangalore Fashion Week turned out to be a truly high-octane event with futuristic dresses, dramatic choreography, fun and fashionable accessories and whole lot more. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:20:10 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_anticipation-satisfaction-on-day-4-of-bangalore-fashion-week_1646575 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_anticipation-satisfaction-on-day-4-of-bangalore-fashion-week_1646575 Anticipation and a certain sense of satisfaction enveloped Day 4 of the Blenders Pride Bangalore Fashion Week. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:08:23 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_pictures-of-art-history-and-horses-in-mumbai_1646551 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/slideshow_pictures-of-art-history-and-horses-in-mumbai_1646551 Classic curves – both vintage and human. Vintage cars, racy models and curious crowds throng the three thrilling events in Mumbai. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:44:42 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_in-search-of-miraculous-healing_1646523 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_in-search-of-miraculous-healing_1646523 The government, an NGO, and the trustees of the Mira Datar Dargah have come together to help the mentally ill. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:29:57 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/column_pet-iquette-give-your-pet-a-hot-water-bath_1646469 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/column_pet-iquette-give-your-pet-a-hot-water-bath_1646469 Maneka Gandhi responds to queries raised by animal lovers across the city. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 05:05:44 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_hungry-kya-tweet-online_1646464 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_hungry-kya-tweet-online_1646464 Mumbaikars have got another opportunity to rejoice as ordering food has become even more easier. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 04:47:07 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/analysis/column_positive-thinking-cowardice-unmasked_1646406 http://www.dnaindia.com/analysis/column_positive-thinking-cowardice-unmasked_1646406 In violence, which is just another form of cowardice. During the Civil War, President Lincoln, always spoke to the enemy prisoners. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 04:15:00 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/mumbai/report_casual-partners-lead-to-dangerous-situations_1646399 http://www.dnaindia.com/mumbai/report_casual-partners-lead-to-dangerous-situations_1646399 Finding a committed partner is often impossible, and gay men sometimes end up marrying women out of familial pressure. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_sujoy-ghosh-the-search-is-on_1646288 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_sujoy-ghosh-the-search-is-on_1646288 Kahaani is not just about a wife looking for her missing husband; it’s a film about the change a woman goes through as soon as she is a mother Sun, 05 Feb 2012 14:28:07 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_walking-ramp-was-tense-but-i-loved-the-attention-rehan-poncha_1646283 http://www.dnaindia.com/lifestyle/report_walking-ramp-was-tense-but-i-loved-the-attention-rehan-poncha_1646283 Walking on the ramp for designer Abdul Halder was a new experience for swimmer Rehan Poncha. Sun, 05 Feb 2012 14:18:53 GMT