Want A US Visa? Pray to Lord Hanuman!

As the US gets tougher with visas, the prayers of US-bound devotees in India are getting more fervent, and their purse strings looser.Called Visa Hanuman temples (there are half a dozen all over......

History in Minutes: The Meerut Conspiracy Case

The Meerut Conspiracy Case was aimed at curbing communist influence in India. However, it fuelled nationwide sympathy, shaping the course of leftist politics in the country, writes Utkarsh Mishra.......

Ex-Bengal CM Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee passes away

Former West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee, who will be remembered both for his commitment to the communist ideology and a pragmatic approach to industrialising the state, passed......

Once Nehru said 'India second, China first': Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday targeted Jawaharlal Nehru and claimed that past mistakes were responsible for the problems such as Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK) and occupation......

Why Are Bengaluru IT Workers Protesting?

'The overwhelming evidence from various studies and reports indicates that the current work culture in the IT sector, characterised by excessive hours, has severe consequences for health,......

Exports up 1%; trade deficit widens to 4-month high

India's merchandise exports rose by 1 per cent to $34.99 billion in April even as the trade deficit widened to a four-month high of $19.1 billion during the month, according to government data.......

Indian Biz Sees Hope After Bangladesh SC Order

'Bilateral trade has suffered seriously because of the growing unrest.''There is a standstill on both sides amid the curfew.' IMAGE: Protesters clash with Border Guard Bangladesh and the police......

Union Budget 2024-25: MSMEs bat for Rs 5,000 crore export booster

India SME Forum, an organisation for small and medium businesses, has called for creating a dedicated fund of Rs 5000 crore for the export capacity development, promotion, and marketing of Micro,......

Two new-ball rule unfair to finger spinners: Gambhir

'The ICC's job is to ensure that everyone, whether a finger spinner, fast bowler, wrist spinner, or batter, has an equal opportunity to showcase their talents.' IMAGE: 'There is no reverse swing......