Asad Owaisi: A Hi-Shift From Traditional Muslim Politico

By GHULAM AHMED | INNLIVE

India has traditionally had Muslim politicians who attempt to carve careers within the big political parties like the Congress and the BJP or in the Left and regional parties.

They gain attention through their ability to deliver the Muslim vote for parties but do not usually attain national prominence owing to the competitive field within the community that they operate in.

Access To Health: Nowhere Near To Being A Healthy Nation

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The out-of-pocket health expenditure by the poor is spiraling and the government spending on public health care is reducing. The existing public health programes and insurance schemes are failing; private health care sector is not properly regulated; INNLIVE finds the health of our nation worrisome.

Despite our efforts and best wishes, our modus vivendi, work atmosphere and environment often lead to situations where we have to consult medics and get treatment. The Country Cooperation Strategy brief of the World Health Organization (WHO) informs that India accounts for 21 percent of the world’s global burden of disease.

'Chal Beta Selfie Le Le Re' - The 'Cheat Sheet' On 'Selfies'

By SWARNAM JOHN | INNLIVE

A Selfie is a self-portrait photograph, typically taken with a digital camera or camera phone held in the hand or supported by a selfie stick. Selfies are often shared on social networking services such as Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. They are usually flattering and made to appear casual. Most selfies are taken with a camera held at arm's length or pointed at a mirror, rather than by using a self-timer.

Weekend Special: What 'Being Left-Handed' Makes Your 'Personality' More Impressive Or Shabby?

By SARAH WILLIAMS | INNLIVE

There’s no denying it. Left-handers are the odd ones out. Sure, lefties make up about 10 percent of the population -- but, frankly, it seems like society has forgotten about them. Just consider all of the right-handed gadgets, awkwardly designed desks, and cooking tools that fit comfortably only in your right hand.

What causes someone to become a southpaw? Scientists aren’t exactly sure, but research points to a complex collaboration between genes and environment.

Spotlight: Why Indian Muslim Women Stresses On 'Muslim Personal Law' Reformation Is The 'Need-Of-The-Hour'?

By SHEENA SHAFIA | INNLIVE

Muslim women in India want progressive laws, but the Indian state would rather take dictation from the conservative men on the All India Muslim Personal Law Board.

A survey of almost 5,000 Muslim women across 10 states, recording their views on Muslim personal law reveals some striking truths about the status of Muslim women and their desire for a more progressive legal code than what the Indian state currently offers them.

The Lost Tribe: The 'Sentinelese' Of Indian Ocean Islands

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By M H AHSSAN | INNLIVE

From the sky it appears to be an idyllic island with amazing beaches and a dense forest, but tourists or fishermen don’t dare to step foot on this outcrop in the Indian Ocean due to its inhabitants’ fearsome reputation.

Visitors who venture onto or too close to North Sentinel Island risk being attacked by members of a mysterious tribe who have rejected modern civilisation and prefer to have zero contact with the outside world.

Sponsored: Book Property Online And Save Up To 10 lakhs!

When 32-years old IT professional Manish Sharma, working in Hitec City decided to buy a house, his main criteria was to find an abode for himself within Rs 40 lakh near his work place. West Hyderabad suited him but he was unaware of the localities. He was unsure of his budget too. Manish wanted a good deal and a colleague recommended him to visit.  The Great Online Home Festival (GOHF) is driven jointly by Magicbricks, GroupM and Google offering discounted deals on properties.

This online event also includes home decoration and homecare brands in one online platform. The ten day long online event will kick start from 18th-27th July, 2015.

Independence Day Special: We're Proud To Be An 'Indian'

By NEWSCOP | INNLIVE

Why is there little sense of pride in the country about what our parents and grandparents managed to achieve against all odds for our freedom?

On my last visit to India just a few days ago, I had the pleasure of reading a remarkable manuscript by a friend of mine, documenting the complex lives of her German-Jewish parents, who managed to escape the horrors of the Holocaust. As I was reading her text, she was in the process of reading mine, in part documenting the story of my parents, Gandhian freedom fighters, who witnessed another iconic moment of the last century — the non-violent struggle for India’s independence that ushered the new era for a democratic country.