Kavach trial: Train stops on its own before red signal

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday reviewed a trial of an Automatic Train Protection System called 'Kavach' between Sawai Madhopur and Indargarh Railway stations in West Central Railway......

RG Kar protests pose unprecedented crisis for TMC

'Although there is a visible dent in TMC's urban votes, especially among women, the CPI-M and the BJP are unlikely to benefit from this' IMAGE: A girl dressed as goddess Durga takes part in a......

Assam TMC chief Ripun Bora quits party, terms it as a regional outfit

Assam Trinamool Congress president Ripun Bora on Sunday resigned from the party, claiming that the people of the northeastern state consider it as a "regional party" of West Bengal and are "not......

Bengali actor accuses Malayalam director of misbehaving

A Bengali actor has levelled accusation of misbehaviour against eminent Malayalam film director and chairman of the state-run Kerala Chalachitra Academy, Ranjith, spelling fresh trouble for the......

'Budget Hasn't Addressed Real Economy Issues'

'Generating employment requires a shift in policy.''If not, the country will face economic, social and political challenges in the coming years.' IMAGE: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman arrives......

The Lives PSU Bankers Lead

A peek into the life of a public-sector banker who did well professionally, but paid a price for it, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com   A column on what......

Why Petroleum Products Are Not Under GST

Adding petrol and diesel to GST was a challenging task due to their significant role as revenue generators for both the central and state governments. Photograph: Francis Mascarenhas/Reuters......

'Market Assumes Modi's Easy Re-Election'

'We emphasise the importance of not basing investment decisions solely on electoral outcomes.' 'Instead, focusing on investing in high-quality businesses capable of prospering regardless of the......

Explained: Changes Ahead of IPL Auction

The Indian Premier League governing council revealed changes ahead of the IPL mega auction, which is likely to be scheduled for November. Here's all you need to know about the latest developments......

East Bengal approach Delhi HC over Anwar's suspension

IMAGE: The AIFF slapped a four-month suspension on Anwar Ali and asked him, his current side East Bengal, and parent club Delhi FC to pay a huge compensation of Rs 12.90 crore to Mohun Bagan.......

'The percentage of women chess players in India is quite less'

IMAGE: Koneru Humpy said there should be more women's chess tournaments in India to encourage young players to take up the sport. Photograph: Stev Bonhage/Norway Chess/FIDE Former World Rapid......

'Do you need a bowling coach when I am here?': Zaheer

IMAGE: Zaheer Khan with Lucknow Super Giants owner Sanjiv Goenka. Photograph: LSG/Instagram Former India pacer Zaheer Khan on Wednesday assumed the role of Lucknow Super Giants team mentor and......

LSG appoint Zaheer Khan as mentor

IMAGE: Zaheer Khan returns to the IPL fold after two years, having been associated with five-time champions Mumbai Indians from 2018-2022. Photograph: BCCI Lucknow Super Giants appointed former......