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 Formidable Editor, Vimla Patil

Vimla Patil always stressed the importance of proving wrong the perception that women were women's worst enemies. And it is a lesson I carried forward with me all through my career, learning......

The Ladies Who Will Sail Into History

Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A will remain at sea for 8 months.They will rely on wind power, do the repairs on the boat themselves and navigate some the world's most treacherous waters.......

If Kejriwal's Government Is Dismissed...

'Kejriwal could have easily deputed someone to step in as chief minister, but being the authoritative and self-centered personality that he is, he chose not to do it.' 'If the AAP loses Delhi,......

Will India Inc separate chairman and CEO roles?

If India Inc sincerely feels the separation of posts is not a good governance measure, it must spell out its doubts clearly to Sebi and give cogent arguments rather than mundane ones like India is......

Businessman. Leader. Philanthropist. Role model. Convicted felon. Author

‘With unchecked powers and resources and unbridled access to the media, prosecutors can manipulate witnesses.’ ‘Typically, the prosecutors are political animals, so they’re......

Travesties of the basic income scheme

Alas, the 'basic income' schemes that have hit the headlines in the recent past are a far cry from the genuine article in terms of coverage and fiscal implications, says Vijay Joshi. Photograph:......

Why is Harsh Mariwala getting into aquatherapy?

'Hardly any aqua centres exist in India though they are popular abroad.''Water is known for its buoyancy which reduces pressure on joints. So, you can exercise effectively underwater, provided you......

'In All Oscars We Have Won, India Has Played A Role'

'When I started to step into the West in 2006, I believed India was not going to be the back end.''I understood that no film-maker wants to believe that they are outsourcing their creativity to a......

The Birthday Emraan Hashmi Wants To Forget

'I remember how my grandmother was scared for me when I joined the industry because she was aware of the hurdles and pitfalls.''It's a harsh place.''When the going is good, it's great, but you......

The Broken News Review

With solid actors headlining the cast and supporting actors lending good support, The Broken News is a good weekend binge watch, observes Namrata Thakker. Directed by Vinay Waikul, The Broken News......

'Appu is best remembered for his warmth'

'There is a forward doing the rounds in Bangalore now, about Appu, that says, 'Kaanadanthe Mayavaadanu Namma Shiva, Kailasa Serikondanu' (Our Shiva disappeared from sight and reached......

Ben Stokes' wife rubbishes reports of physical altercation

IMAGE: England's Ben Stokes with wife Clare. Photograph: Andrew Boyers/Action Images via Reuters England all-rounder Ben Stokes' wife Clare has rubbished reports that the player tried to......

Stokes slams English daily over 'family tragedy' report

'It is hard to find words that adequately describe such low and despicable behaviour, disguised as journalism. I cannot conceive of anything more immoral, heartless or contemptuous to the feelings......

Soccer Extras: VAR has been a success in La Liga; Simeone pledges future to Atletico

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field IMAGE: Real Madrid coach Julen Lopetegui looks on as referee Jose Sanchez consults VAR before awarding a penalty. Photograph:......