'HMPV Has Been Circulating For Decades'

'But it is only now being detected more via a test that costs about Rs 15,000 to Rs 20,000.' 'The HMPV virus typically causes mild respiratory symptoms in most people, but can be more severe in......

We Are In An Era Of Puppets And Puppeteers

'As we enter 2025, it must be acknowledged that there is a convergence of capital, influential people (from business and politics) and technology deciding the destiny of others in the name of......

Won't allow tungsten mining in Madurai, Stalin writes to Modi

Staunchly opposing the Centre's award of tungsten mining rights in Madurai district, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Friday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to cancel it and asserted that......

Why do Bengal parties clash over attacks on Bangladesh Hindus?

The ongoing attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh have reignited debates on minority rights, communal harmony, and the Citizenship Amendment Act in West Bengal, with both the ruling Trinamool Congress......

'Markets Not In Panic Yet, But...'

'If you see another 1000-point correction, people may start panicking.' Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com   Independent analyst and market expert Ambareesh Baliga cautions retail......

'India Is A Stock Picker's Delight'

'In the short term you keep your return expectations very, very low; in the medium term be prepared to invest and in the long term growth will come and your returns from stocks will be high.'......

'Markets Are Too Confident, Excited, Aggressive'

'The main worry is lots of new investors coming into the markets in order to make a quick buck/easy money.' 'Those things are happening again and have happened in the past as well.''All that has......

Global funds are paying more attention to India: Christopher Wood

Global funds, according to Christopher Wood, global head of equity strategy at Jefferies, are now beginning to pay more attention to India with the market now offering 30 companies with a market......

'How Did Nehru End Up As PM?'

'About whether I'm worried it will blow up into something, no, I'm used to these things.''I am a voice in the city and have said quite a few things that may have ruffled feathers. But I stuck with......

2024: Top 10 International Films

Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite 2024 films that he watched at film festivals in Berlin, Cannes, Toronto and India. It's that time for the year to track its very best. These are personal choices,......

Anees Bazmee's Mad, MAD, World

A big cast engaged in tons of bungling, glowering, scrambling and tomfoolery amidst twists and turns of madcap proportions, Anees Bazmee's brand of entertainment is all for lack of restraint. The......

Will These Stars Make It To Bigg Boss 18?

Bigg Boss 18 is all set to return to our screens on October 6. Hosted by Salman Khan, the names of the contestants who will be participating are not revealed yet. Still, there are many in celebs......

'Loving this from New India! No fear cricket'

'By God's grace, I was successful. I'm still 7 on 10, still more work to do.' SCORECARD   IMAGE: Abhishek Sharma gave India a quickfire start to their chase in the first T20I against England......

'Rohit has earned right to walk away on his own terms'

'I think Rohit has earned the right and he's captain. When you are captain you get a little more leeway as well.' IMAGE: With only 31 runs in five innings, Rohit's position in the playing XI for......

Pujara wants K L Rahul at No 3; not as opener

'As a batter, you need to identify which balls to leave and which to play. Those below the shoulders are the ones you can pull, but you need to be in control of the shot.' IMAGE: K L Rahul should......

Mirabai Chanu's secret weapon for Paris 2024

Photograph: Kind courtesy Mirabai Chanu/X Olympic silver medallist weightlifter Mirabai Chanu feels her success at the Paris Games will hinge on her ability to remain injury-free, especially as......

Rahul Dravid explains his coaching philosophy

Didn't like chopping and changing, tried to help captain deliver his vision: Rahul Dravid IMAGE: Under Rahul Dravid's tutelage, India thrashed England in the five-match Test series at home and the......