Hindu: Despite some protests, a grand gala opening ceremony starts. The mega event will run till August 21.
Brazil showcased its rich history and cultural heritage, combined with Rio`s famous `Samba` dance, as the 31st Olympic Games was officially launched with a subtle yet powerful message of global warming plaguing the world in a glittering opening ceremony here.
Brazil organisers put their passion for football aside and made climate change and depletion of natural resources as the central theme...