Why So Much Hatred For English?

There is no guarantee that if we speak in only Indian languages, all our faults will be washed away and India will shine. questions Shyam G Menon. Illustrations: Dominic Xavier/Rediff Why does the......

'From India-First To India-For-The-World'

'The next decade will be even more transformative,' says Prime Minister Modi.'We are moving from digital governance to global digital leadership.' IMAGE: Children use laptops in an open-air class......

Israeli strikes kill 47 in Gaza; Hamas agrees to ceasefire talks

At least 47 Palestinians were killed in airstrikes in Gaza as Israeli forces again targeted people waiting for food, while hospitals struggled to cope with the wounded, Al Jazeera reported, quoting......

'We Want World-Class Innovation, But...'

'...hesitate to support the risk-taking it requires.' 'Researchers are frequently asked questions like, "What's the guarantee this will work?" or "Has this been demonstrated before?" -- as though......

Bhushan Steel Case: Urgent Need For IBC Reforms

The Supreme Court's ruling in the BPSL case exposes deep flaws in the IBC's institutional framework and raises concern about judicial overreach, notes Rajeswari Sengupta. Illustration: Dominic......

RIL to pump Rs 1.5 trn into petro, new energy

Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) plans to invest Rs 75,000 crore ($9 billion) each into its new energy business and petrochemical expansion, according to a company presentation. In......

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman calls India a potential AI leader

Two years after his dismissive stance on India's AI potential raised eyebrows here, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman on Wednesday gave a ringing endorsement to Artificial Intelligence momentum in the country......

'Goal is to become an AI-powered organisation'

'For AI to succeed, enterprises must clearly define the business value they aim to achieve.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Wipro Jo Debecker, managing partner and global head of Wipro FullStride......

'Just Because You Are An Actress Doesn't Mean...'

'I was blessed to earn a lot of fame and money, more than I ever expected, and the time has come to share what I have earned with others.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Ayesha Jhulka/Instagram Ayesha......

Indian 2 Review: Kamal Haasan Elevates Overwritten Sequel

The saving grace of Shankar's expanded universe is the masterful precision with which Kamal Haasan drops himself into a messy setup, only slightly to elevate the pulpy tendencies of Shankar's......

Meet Raai Laxmi's Unique Friend

Tara turns singer in New York... Gul goes cycling... Krystle celebrates birthday... Photograph: Kind courtesy Raai Laxmi/Instagram Raai Laxmi finds a unique friend in Dubai.   Photograph:......

Why legends like Pacquiao just can't quit

IMAGE: Manny Pacquiao came out of retirement on Saturday to fight Mario Barrios in Las Vegas but fell short of breaking his own record. Photograph: Manny Pacquiao/X Manny Pacquiao's return to the......

Not just cricket: KL Rahul trained like a F1 driver

'I picked it up from one of the guys I worked with in Salzburg, Austria. I had the opportunity to go there and work with some of the coaches who work with elite F1 drivers and other......

'Gill's foundations are very strong'

'Every responsibility that he's shouldered has made him better. And to me, the best thing is, he's technically so sound that he makes it look so easy' IMAGE: Shubman Gill has been at his fluent......

What Went WRONG with LSG?

The script for Rishabh Pant's IPL 2025 return was meant to be a triumphant one, a powerful narrative of resilience and renewed dominance. Instead, it reads like a cautionary tale of a Rs 27 crore......

Shubman Gill's Eden Knock Tells an Incredible Story

Shubman Gill's return to his former IPL home was the stage for a batting masterclass. His near-flawless 90 off 55 balls, brimming with elegance, control, and quiet authority. IMAGE: Shubman Gill's......