Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

After steering the Rediff mothership for close to 29 years, Ajit Balakrishnan, founder, chairman and CEO, did what few businessmen in this country do -- R-E-T-I-R-E. On August 2, 2024, we were......

'The Judiciary Is Like A Black Hole'

'People don't know about the immense pressures that come with this position -- every decision a judge takes affects real people and their lives.''This is not a job that one can take lightly.'......

Modi Bluster Missing From Budget

With the reality of coalition politics staring the BJP in its face, this was inevitable, points out Ramesh Menon. IMAGE: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman leaves for Parliament to present the......

Modi Losing The Gains In Kashmir

Those familiar with intricate Kashmir politics do not rule out further delay in the assembly elections. Primarily, because the BJP having 'invested' so much for so long in Kashmir would try its......

How Maruti plans to deliver Affordable Tech

The average car price in India has increased rapidly in the last 5-6 years due to new emission regulations and demand for more spacious and comfortable cars loaded with advanced technology. IMAGE:......

iPhone 16 with AI steals show as Apple unveils new Airpods and watch

In a dazzling showcase at Apple Park, Cupertino, California, Apple on Monday introduced its latest technological marvels, including the much-anticipated iPhone 16 lineup. The event, held at the......

'Insurance should be bought for right reason'

'We do not believe in fire sale. We don’t do it.' Photograph: Kind courtesy HDFC Life/Instagram Vibha Padalkar, managing director and chief executive officer, HDFC Life, will complete seven......

Watch Out For These Car Launches!

Mahindra is coming up with the Thar Roxx.MG Motor India announced a third electric vehicle Windsor.Hyundai and Kia are expected to introduce updated versions of the Alcazar and Carnival......

Last Action Hero: Vijay's Cinematic Legacy

As Thalapathy Vijay embarks on a career in politics, Arjun Menon looks at his glorious filmography. IMAGE: Vijay in his debut film Naalaiya Theerpu. Two muscular hands lifting dumbbells come into......

'I Wanted To Beat People Up...'

'Suddenly the audience pool feels bigger, like everyone is watching everything now.''It's no longer limited in terms of boundaries, like a state or a language.''Whether it's a series, a movie or......

Ishq Vishk Rebound Review: Flat Rom-Com

Ishq Vishk Rebound is a drab romance and dull comedy that even the intended teen audience might have a hard time keeping up with, sighs Mayur Sanap. Years ago, when Shah Rukh Khan's Rahul......

Chandu Champion Review: Crowd Pleasing Melodrama

Chandu Champion is Kartik Aaryan's most ambitious work so far and the actor's muscular gusto is undeniable.There's visible fire in the man's belly but not enough soul, observes Sukanya Verma.......

Gambhir's style is different from Dravid, but...: Rohit

IMAGE: Rohit Sharma at a training session on Monday. Photograph: Kind courtesy Rohit Sharma/X India captain Rohit Sharma on Tuesday said head coach Gautam Gambhir's style is different from his......

US Open: Look At What Stars Are Wearing!

As the world's top tennis players prepare to battle it out on the court at the US Open 2024, they are also making statements with their stylish new outfits. From bold colour-blocking to sleek......

PIX: Own goal gives France victory over plucky Austria

Images from the Euro 2024 Group D match between France and Austria at Dusseldorf Arena, Dusseldorf, Germany, on Monday. IMAGE: Austria's Maximilian Wober watches anxiously as a cross from Kylian......

PIX: Rune battles past Fritz to set up Medvedev showdown at Indian Wells

IMAGE: Holger Rune (DEN) celebrates at match point defeating Taylor Fritz. Photograph: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Holger Rune rallied from a set down and saved a match point to......

'Barca face biggest game of the season' as Napoli beckon

IMAGE: FC Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez says the players are 'excited' ahead of the Champions League last-16 match against Napoli on Tuesday. Photograph: FC Barcelona/X Barcelona's Champions......