'Shivaji, Sambhaji Were Secular, Visionary Kings'

'Shivaji and Sambhaji were born into the Hindu religion, and all ceremonies in their palaces were done as per Hindu customs.''But while governing the state, they followed the gospel of......

The Harsh Reality For Wayanad Survivors

In Kerala's society, known for its high material standard of living, plunging into a state of having nothing overnight can be terrible for one's social standing and sense of self-esteem.......

Haryana Cong worker found dead, mother claims she was 'close to Hooda's wife'

The body of a Congress worker was found stuffed inside a suitcase near the Sampla bus stand in Rohtak on Friday. The body of Himani Narwal was found in a big blue suitcase, following which the......

Are Baloch rebels out of Pakistan's control now?

From hit-and-run strikes to the terrifying seige of Jaffar Express this week, the Balochistan Liberation Army has evolved into an outfit that can carry out audacious attacks with tactical......

When Neil Mukesh Was Racially Screened In US

'They were not sure that I was of Indian origin as their stereotypical image of an Indian was that of a dark-skinned dude.' IMAGE: Actor Neil Nitin Mukesh. Photograph: Kind courtesy Neil Nitin......

'Hindi Producers Have Lost Their Way'

'Sab paise banane ka chakkar reh gaya.'Rediff.com's Mayur Sanap, Hitesh Harisinghani and Afsar Dayatar capture Sunny Deol's angst at the Jaat trailer launch. IMAGE: Randeep Hooda, Sunny Deol and......

Will Renuka Shahane Enter Politics?

'On the governmental level, we are saying all the right things, like beti bachao, beti padhao.''Just giving lip service is not enough, the general mindset has to change.' IMAGE: Renuka Shahane in......

15 Scenes When Salman Ditched The Formula

Sukanya Verma lists 15 scenes that reveal facets of Salman Khan outside the formula. When one thinks of Salman Khan, it's not acting but his 'Bhai' fuelled stardom that comes to mind. More than......

Abhishek Porel thrives under Axar and Rahul's guidance

IMAGE: Abhishek Porel, who was the uncapped retention for Delhi Capitals this year, did his bit with an impressive 34 not out off 18 balls. Photograph: BCCI Young Abhishek Porel is......

Mahmudullah bids goodbye to Bangladesh cricket

Veteran Bangladesh batter Mahmudullah on Wednesday announced his retirement from international cricket. IMAGE: Mahmudullah ends as Bangladesh's fourth-highest ODI run-getter with 5689 runs at......

Samson's IPL wish: 'Bring back Buttler'

'Jos Buttler is one of my closest friends. We played together for seven years' 'He has been like an elder brother to me. Whenever I had a doubt, I would talk to him' Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju......

Renuka: The village girl who became India's star pacer

  IMAGE: From playing with balls made out of waste clothes to becoming India's go-to fast bowler, Renuka Singh has come a long way. Photograph: BCCI In her third season for Royal Challengers......

Khazima Basha, Queen Of The Carrom Board

The 18 year old from an impoverished family in Chennai won the Carrom World Cup, but the title has not changed either her or her father, an autorickshaw driver. IMAGE: Khazima M Basha during the......