You can now finish the tedious and time taking boarding process from the comfort of your home, using just a smartphone.
As a step towards ‘Digital India’, Hyderabad’s RGIA is now the first airport in the country to offer E-boarding facility to domestic fliers.
Ashok Gajapathi Raju, Union Civil Aviation Minister inaugurated this facility today. Right from the entry into the terminal arena to boarding the actual flight, this new service covers all the boarding cards issued at the check-in counters, even the physical boarding passes issued by the CUSS (Common Use Self Service) machines.
With this in-house built facility, a domestic flier will only need a mobile E-boarding card and his/her Aadhar Card number to enter the airport.
The CEO of GMR Hyderabad Internaitional Airport Ltd., SGK Kishore said “We are happy to announce a comprehensive end-to-end E-boarding solution, first time at any Indian airport. After the successful pilot of the project and a go-ahead from Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), we have used our internal capabilities to commence E-boarding (facility) in shortest possible time”
With the use of E-boarding card as a sole property in order to gain entry into the airport to boarding the flight, the security is also be made easy. The passenger is tracked throughout his stay in the airport through this E-boarding card. Since the entry of a passenger is time bound in line with the flight timings, the E-boarding reader will not allow passengers inside the terminal before the mentioned time. This will also avoid any congestion inside the airport.
While the traditional process of entering the airport by showing your photo-ID in place of Aadhar Card is still in place, this new feature is bound to ease your tension before you take off on that all-important journey.
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Paytm began in 2010 as a company offering mobile and DTH recharge. But the company’s services were so effective that the company quickly diversified into other services such as bus travel, electricity bills, gas bills, and telephone bills. The response got much better over the years, and today, Paytm ranks among India’s largest e-retailers. Such has been Paytm’s success, that they were the sponsor for the recent India-South Africa Cricket series!
Founded in 2009 by Brian Acton and Jan Koum, who met while they were working at Yahoo!, WhatsApp is easily the world’s most popular messaging application with over 900 million subscribers. What has kept WhatsApp going, is its simplicity, efficiency, and the ability to share any sort of media. WhatsApp today has become an essential part of your smartphone, and most mobile network companies attract potential customers by providing offers on WhatsApp. The company was bought by Facebook for about US$ 16 billion, and since the company only has 55 employees, someone got very drunk that night!!
Created by Piyush Agrawal, Cricbuzz is a website devoted completely to cricket. In a nation that is completely crazy about cricket, Cricbuzz identified a huge space and capitalized on the opportunity, just when the smartphone boom happened in India. In a short span of time, Cricbuzz has become the most popular mobile app for cricket news and scores in India. If you’re stuck in work during an exciting match, Cricbuzz is the place you should go to!
The fifth largest bank in India in terms of assets, HDFC Bank has in a short time, acquired the reputation for being an efficient and timely bank. While most people remember ICICI Bank being the first private bank that advertised itself on its punctuality and efficiency, HDFC Bank has, in a few years, captured the imagination of the younger and corporate sector in India. For all you know, your company probably gave you a Salary Account with HDFC Bank too!
Needing no introduction whatsoever, the Indian Railways is one of the largest train networks in the world, with 115,000 km of track across the breadth and width of the country. Even though there have been lots of talk about the privatization of the Railways, the government remains firm in its resolution to retain control over the giant organization, and improve its infrastructure. The fact that it still remains in the Top 10 searched companies in India, proves its relevance in today’s times too.
Started by Kunal Bahl and Rohit Bansal, Snapdeal began in the year 2010, and quickly rose in the ranks to become one of India’s top three online retailers. Funded by some of the world’s largest companies like Intel and SoftBank Corp., Snapdeal seems to be surging ahead in full speed, and it is little surprise that it ranks among the top five searched companies in India.
Founded in 1994 by Jeff Bezos, who quit his job at D.E. Shaw & Co, Amazon began as an online retailer of books. Within a decade, Amazon had metamorphosised into a gigantic multinational conglomerate that dealt with electronics, software, video games, and appliances.
Founded in 1921 (as the Imperial Bank of India), State Bank of India is by far the largest banking and financial services company in India. With 13,000 branches, which include 190 foreign offices, State Bank of India has an enviable footprint in the country.
Like it or hate it, you cannot ignore IRCTC. The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) is a website that you HAVE to visit, if you wish to travel by train. Even though the UI of the website has improved remarkably over the years, you cannot deny that the website still feels laggy, especially if you compare it with the winner of the list…
It is perhaps right that a home-grown company has to rank at the No.1 position. Flipkart has been in the news all through the year, whether it is the Big Billion Sales, or its decision to go ‘App Only’. The e-commerce company that was launched in 2007 by Sachin Bansal and Binny Bansal has been a pioneer in the Indian e-commerce scene, and rightly deserves the first place.
With 2014’s Ugly, Anurag Kashyap proved that he still had it in him to stun Indian audiences. One of the boldest, grittiest films to ever come out in Indian screens, Ugly was a stunning piece of cinema. However, with his next film – Bombay Velvet – which was called his magnum opus, Kashyap seemed to have lost the plot completely. Opulent sets, booming background scores, and earnest performances notwithstanding, Bombay Velvet looked so amateurish that it made people question if it was really made by Anurag Kashyap, and not his brother Abhinav Kashyap.
Starring Ranbir Kapoor, easily the biggest star among the younger lot of actors in Hindi cinema, Roy was expected to set records on fire, as the trailers hinted at a smart film. However, the film opened to empty halls as critics panned the film. It was an even bigger KLPD when fans of Ranbir Kapoor found out that he didn’t have the largest role in the film, which went to the wooden Arjun Rampal. In spite of superhit songs, Roy left a bad taste in the mouth of viewers.
Honestly, one didn’t expect too much from Hate Story 3, given its past. However, with bigger stars in the form of Zarine Khan, Karan Singh Grover, and Sharman Joshi, audiences walked in believing they were going to witness something new. Apart from slow-motion songs that might appeal to teenagers without a WiFi connection. There was absolutely nothing in the film, and I doubt there’s going to be a Hate Story 4. 
Now, this is going to piss off a lot of SRK fans, but honestly, the film is not something even he is going to be proud of for long. Written by Rohit Shetty, who seems to care about critics as much as he cares about Tata Sumos, the film advertised itself as a comeback launch for Kajol and SRK, but there wasn’t much in the film by way of nostalgia, fun, or even intelligent writing. The film has been panned by critics universally, but continues to do well at the Box Office.
Another Anurag Kashyap production that had a lot of hopes riding on it, Shaandaar was an LSD filled disappointment for fans of both Shahid Kapoor and Alia Bhatt. With an ensemble cast and a feel-good, bubble-gummy look, it was expected to appeal to kids and youngsters. But Shaandaar appealed to the chairs of the empty theaters only, resulting in yet another disappointment for Phantom Films, which had a reasonably successful year in 2014. Even the music by Amit Trivedi, which is generally reliable, seemed to pale into comparison with his earlier work.
This film was touted as Aishwarya Rai’s ‘comeback’ film, even though she had four releases in 2010. Directed by Sanjay Gupta, India’s most stylist copycat filmmaker, Jazbaa also starred the dependable Irrfan Khan. However, the green tinted hues, the screeching background score, and the complete overacting by the lead pair resulted in the film being washed away, leaving no impact on the minds of the viewers, or the chairs in the empty halls.
Directed by a newcomer (Abhishek Dogra) and starring Sonam Kapoor along with Pulkit Samrat, Rajkummar Rao and Varun Sharma, nobody knows when this film came and when it went. Which is sad because the film actually got decent reviews from critics, and surprisingly, they had said good things about Sonam Kapoor’s acting!! However, one assumes it looked too similar to Sonam’s earlier releases, or the lack of a male star – that caused the film to sink.
Madhur Bhandarkar must be only filmmaker to win so many National Awards in spite of being utterly mediocre. The multiple award winning director came up his new film – and this time he has chosen to oust the hidden secrets in the world of modeling. Every few years, Madhur Bhandarkar comes up with a new concept where he decides to reveal the dark underbelly of a particular industry – Fashion, Heroine, Corporate, Page 3. Thankfully, the Indian audience seems to have had enough of his trash, and they dumped Calendar Girls unceremoniously.
We thought a lot about whether this film should make it to this list. Honestly, if you expected good things from MSG The Messenger, you HAVE to have an IQ of a garden lizard. The film is so bad that it is good, with hilarious graphics, terrible acting, and a story that crawls about like a drunken snake who’s had twenty tequila shots.
Tamannah trained in theatre and acting at the prestigious Prithvi Theatre. She joined films after she was first noticed in Indian Idol winner Abhijeet Sawant’s album song – Lafzon se. Tamannah was merely 16 years old at the time, and she set her goals high, making it to the list of top actresses in South India.
Tamannah is not only stunning to look at, she is also a beauty with brains. She has been an integral part of several campaigns and charity organizations, and doesn’t shy away from voicing her opinion on matters. She comes across as an educated, aware, and informed celebrity, which is a refreshing change from the regular glam-dolls that we see. Not many people know that Tamannah is also an entrepreneur, having set up her own line of jewellery – Wite & Gold.
While most actresses are spotted by producers/directors/casting agents, Tamannah’s journey in the world of cinema was one that she charted through her own hard work and determination. Beginning her career at the age of 16, Tamannah has managed to win hearts and critics over with her performers, successfully transitioning from a career in modeling and music videos, to careers in three languages.
Tamannah is a versatile actress who can pull off any role with aplomb. Whether it is a demure girl, or a vivacious, sprightly girl – Tamannah has got what it takes to pull off any role that is handed to her. This is clearly visible in her choice of films, and the manner in which she managed to pull off the roles. Her versatility as an actress is one of the most important reasons why Tamannah is at the top of the list of actresses down South. With all these reasons, it is no surprise that Tamannah sits comfortably at the top of the list of South Indian actresses!
It is one of the haunted houses in Delhi located at Kashmere Gate. Don’t dare to enter this house after dark.
If you visit in the evening, you will feel uncertain for this place. Loneliness and loud cries are part of this house.
Delhi Cantt provided a shelter to a lady who died in a car accident there. Many people claim that they saw a lady wearing a saree who tries to stop the passengers.
This area is very dense. This place has low connectivity which makes it more scarier.
Karkardooma Delhi Court claims that they captured a ghost in the CCTV cameras. But what were ghost doing there? Do they want justice?
People living nearby said that the river tends to attract you and force you to jump in.
This Cemetery is famous for the headless ghost of Nicholson. He shot himself to death because his beloved married someone else.
Jamali and Kamali were two saints who were buried inside. There are reports that you will be slapped and pushed inside the Mosque by the spirits.
It is built in the 14th century. On Thursday, many visitors pray and offer incense sticks and light candles.
Do you find this name filmy? If so, then you would find this place scary too. It is named due to blood stains of hundreds of people. You can feel their presence too. So, do you need company? Go ahead.
This place is calm, composed and filled with lush green trees. Many people experienced some paranormal activities and people have seen a lady wearing a white saree, who mysteriously vanishes behind the trees.
After the darkness, people notice strange voices here. This place was closed for several years.
This is an abandoned house which is located in Greater Kailash. Entry to this house is restricted. An aged couple was murdered in this house and spooky noises are heard from this house.
There are some holes in the tomb, but there is a hidden story behind these holes. Would you like to know? These holes are created with heads of thieves. It is said that if you pass by after dark, you would be treated the same.
Do you believe that a lady runs with the speed of a cab? Yes, it is true. Many people confessed that there was an energy slapping their face.
Baoli is famous for the beautiful architecture. It is also one of the haunted places in Delhi. Earlier, it was filled with water and many depressed people are attracted by this place. As you step down, you can feel the unnatural activities happening around.
Break A Leg, is not just about wishing you good luck, it is an initiative started by a group of passionate theatre artists in our very own Hyderabad. It aims at bringing theatre closer to you. Ankit Bakshi, the founder, looks to amplify the knowledge existing about theatre and make it available for anyone and everyone interested in theatre alike. In this way he believes that theatre can reach many people and ignite interest in them.
The first initiative of Break A Leg is the ‘Green Room Diaries’. This brings out the voices of well known theatre artists giving you some productive insights from their works. On a long run, it aims to be an archive and help in consuming theatre sitting at home. Unlike the cinema world, theatre artists are seen only when they get on the stage. They do need recognition and Break A Leg! looks to recognise all the eminent personalities whom we barely know by names.
