GREAT OCEAN ROAD MARATHON

Who is Tigist Assefa? Know about Ethiopia's star who shattered women's marathon world record at Berlin

Tigist Assefa, the reigning champion of the Berlin Marathon from the previous year, has once again left an indelible mark in the annals of history. With unwavering determination, she crossed the finish line in an astonishing time of two hours, eleven minutes, and fifty-three seconds.

Rebels attack China-backed energy project in Myanmar, days after FM visit

The pipeline, which runs from Myanmar's Rakhine coast to southern China, was constructed in 2011 and began operation in July 2013. The 973-km pipeline passes through Magwe and Mandalay regions and Shan state to China's Yunnan province. The attack came close to the Chinese foreign minister's Myanmar visit during which he offered support for, what he called, Myanmar's efforts to maintain stability, revitalise the economy and realise sustainable development.

How fast is Eliud Kipchoge? You'll fall down when you find out

Anyone remotely familiar with the marathon - and all 26.2188 miles of its muscle-searing masochism - can appreciate that Kipchoge's world record for the distance, which he set last September when he won the Berlin Marathon for the fourth time, is fast. But how fast, exactly?

Adrenaline junkies are giving shape to a fast-growing experience economy

From food to fashion, travel to theme parks, cinemas to concerts, the Experience Economy is underpinned by the idea that consumers are increasingly preferring immersive experiences to objects, thereby creating economic value for the provider of those experiences.

Mumbai Marathon 2023: N Chandrasekaran bonds with Parth Jindal; SUGAR bosses sprint to the finish line

Hindustan Zinc CEO and Pidilite Deputy MD also took part in the race.

Scientists reveal that plastic pollution in the oceans is an equity issue

Marathon goals get industry leaders back on the road again

When you run a marathon, you get the lift from all the people who run in the race," he has said in previous interactions, adding that when you're very tired, those running beside you and the crowd's encouragement help you to finish the marathon.

Great Scottish Run returns after three years. Check timing, route and more

Three years after its last appearance, the Great Scottish Run is back. As information centres open at 9 am and 8 am on Saturday and Sunday, respectively, runners will pass through some of the nicest parks.

India to roll out red carpet for Maldives President Ibu Solih

The second official visit by Solih since his election in 2018 will focus on connectivity, maritime security, trade, and economic and tourism cooperation, officials said.

Go all in when Nifty is around 14,500; post correction, India will move up in EM basket: Atul Suri

“I feel that we have a little more to slip – 4-5%. I think maybe 14,500 on the Nifty. We moved 3% intraday yesterday. It is not something massive. But I feel that the market would then consolidate for some period of time. The reason is that in the last decade, we always had V-shaped corrections whenever the markets fell.”

The great Chinese white elephant of Sri Lanka

Rajapaksa has presided over the economy’s undoing: It began with an expensive tax cut soon after taking office in 2019; that was followed by an ill-conceived enthusiasm for organic farming, which destroyed production of both rice, the local staple, and tea, a crucial export; and then there’s the bizarre embrace of a Chinese-built tax haven as a ticket to growth.

China building new road in Gilgit Baltistan - India hits back in Indo-Pacific

Highly placed sources told IndiaNarrative.com that China wants to connect Yarkand, a former Buddhist fount, and later a cultural heartbeat of the ethnic Uyghur culture, with Astore via the Karakoram highway. Once the 33-meter-wide road is built, China will be able to channel heavy artillery into Gilgit Baltistan, opening the possibility of threatening Indian positions in Ladakh.

In Asia, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo expected to bolster allies against China

Washington has been ramping up diplomatic pressure on China, and President Donald Trump has made being tough on Beijing a key part of his campaign to secure a second term. Pompeo led a meeting of foreign ministers from India, Japan and Australia earlier this month in Tokyo, a grouping that is seen as potentially a bulwark against China's growing assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific region.

Grand Canyon, Jungfrau, Patagonia: Bookmark this guide to marathons that take you along spectacular backdrops

If running a race is on your resolution list, here’s a selection of marathons that offer immense challenge.

India prepares military drills with dozen African nations to counter China

Backed by its multibillion-dollar Belt and Road Initiative, which even has the US and Europe worried, China has fast expanded its footprint in Africa as the “New Great Game” plays out in the continent known for its minerals and other raw commodities.

Pepperfry founder Ashish Shah’s road-trip recommendations: Leh-Zanskar, Melbourne-Adelaide

Next on the startup boss's bucket list is a drive from North-East to Myanmar.

Romance by the sea: Plan a three-day self-drive date along Australia's Great Ocean Road

If you have an Indian driving license then it's easy to get started with a self drive luxury car.

Victoria’s secrets: Australian state which offers everything from master-chef dining to towering Apostles

Melbourne sprawls around and beneath: the beautiful classical architecture of Flinders Street train station, the controlled chaos of the workforce walking out after a hard day.