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Trump-Putin Bonhomie: Checkmate Xi?

The US move to align with Russia is prompted by fear of a Sino-Russian joint threat. Russia, fully aware of its military vulnerability vis a vis China, may cautiously welcome the American move,......

Shaktikanta Das appointed principal secretary to PM

Former Reserve Bank of India governor Shaktikanta Das was on Saturday appointed the second Principal Secretary to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. IMAGE: Shaktikanta Das. Photograph: ANI Photo P K......

'US Remains Invested In Quad'

'Trump's aggressive stance towards China and preference for military posturing could shift the Quad's balance towards overt militarisation.' IMAGE: Prime Minister Narendra D Modi and US President......

Tsari Yatra May Help Ease India China Tensions

Why can't the Indian government propose to the Chinese a corridor circumambulating the Holy Mountain where people from both sides could perform the yatra again? asks Claude Arpi. IMAGE: India's......

More on table: Canada hints at fresh sanctions as India denies charges

The India-Canada diplomatic row over the killing of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar escalated further on Tuesday with Ottawa hinting at possible sanctions against India in view of certain......

India takes first steps to meet 2070 net-zero goal, Niti Aayog forms panels

Three years after India declared its goal to become a net-zero economy by 2070, the policy design for achieving the target has begun, with the NITI Aayog forming dedicated multi-sectoral committees......

The RBI Story: 90 Years And Going Strong

Of the eight RBI governors who have held office since the 1991 economic liberalisation, Bimal Jalan had the longest stint and S Venkitaramanan, the shortest. Current Governor Shaktikanta Das will......

Shaktikanta Das: RBI Governor Who Walks The Talk

'Das is friendly, but he finally does what he does. The quality of engagement is very good.' IMAGE: Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das addresses the media during a press conference......

Unruffled By Pitch, RBI Governor Bats Like Dravid

While the economy seems to be on a firm growth path, the fight against inflation is not over yet.Shaktikanta Das seems to be in no hurry.After playing well through a five-year Test match, he......

Apples, almonds, walnuts from US to attract 50% higher tax

The US side had pushed for removal of price caps on medical equipment such as coronary stents and a commitment by India to reduce trade imbalance The cancellation of a top United States trade......

Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani Review: Good Ol' Bollywood

Rocky Aur Rani delivers a king-sized entertainer that blends old charm with fresh ideas.It is a win for Karan Johar whose conviction works big time to satisfying results, asserts Mayur Sanap. He......

After suspending protest, wrestlers want to take part in Asian Games trials

IMAGE: After suspending the protest for a week, wrestlers want to take part in the Asian Games trials. Photograph: PTI A day after calling off their protest against outgoing WFI chief Brij Bhushan......

Chhetri headlines India's best Asian Games squad

With Chhetri and Stimac at helm, AIFF hoping for strong show in Asian Games IMAGE: The Indian men's team won the tri-nation tournament, Intercontinental Cup and SAFF Championships earlier this......

There Will Surely Never Be Another Bishan Singh Bedi

One of cricket's greatest players passed into the ages on Monday.Rediff.com salutes the legend. IMAGE: Bedi in action, August 2, 1971. Photograph: Dennis Oulds/Central Press/Hulton Archive/Getty......

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