How a selfie with wife proved fatal for top Maoist

Chalapathi was careful in his movements and remained a mystery for decades until a selfie with his wife led security forces to him. Photograph: X One among the top seven in CPI-Maoist ranks, he......

How Dr Singh Changed Finance Minister's Role

'Suddenly we had a new comprehension of affairs, which reminded that the luxury of politics floated atop a foundation by economics.''Along with this, finance ministers became crucial in molding the......

Winter chill intensifies in North India, Kashmir temp drops below freezing

The winter chill intensified in most parts of north India on Wednesday as night temperatures in the Kashmir Valley dipped in most parts to settle below zero degrees, while it inched closer to the......

Himachal: Paragliders collide mid-air, Belgian national killed

A Belgian paraglider was killed after colliding mid-air with another paraglider in Bir-Billing while they were practising for the upcoming Paragliding World Cup 2024 in the Himachal Pradesh town,......

Royal Enfield eyes Europe, US as debut markets for electric bike C6

Royal Enfield is planning to introduce its electric bike initially in developed markets such as Europe and the US where it anticipates better traction for the premium product, a top company......

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......

Improving hiring expectations, investment gains positive for Info Edge

Although the third quarter of financial year (2023-2024) FY24 (Q3FY24) was marginally below expectations, Info Edge (India) is witnessing strong investment trends and hitting new highs. IMAGE:......

Consumption story gets a facelift as rural demand shows promise

Consumer goods firms and auto companies are witnessing an upturn in rural demand, which had been lagging for most of FY24. Photograph: Niharika Kulkarni/Reuters Expectations of a bumper rabi crop......

Meet The *Real* Stars Of Sholay

Salim-Javed became the first Hindi film writers who could be considered brands, and they are still boldface names, celebrities in their own right, chronicles Dinesh Raheja. IMAGE: Salim Khan and......

Sky Is NOT The Limit For These Stars

Photograph: Kind courtesy Kareena Kapoor/Instagram Armed with a smile and grace, her only concern is the passenger's security and seat belt. Whether she's having a bad day or good one, the only......

Kaathal: Demystifying The Indian Superstar

'As I watched Mammootty 'try out' Mathew Devassy, I could hear from my theatre seat the ready-made appreciation of the liberal press, their applause for the great actor having flirted with......

All That Breathes, Pathaan On OTT

Shah Rukh Khan's box office juggernaut and other specials on the OTT menu this week. Sukanya Verma gives us her OTT recommendations for the week.   PathaanWhere to watch? Amazon Prime......

Rickelton, SKY, Angrish? Who Batted Best?

Mumbai Indians beat the Kolkata Knight Riders by eight wickets at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Monday, March 31, 2025. Put in to bat, MI got off to a brilliant start, picking four wickets in......

PIX: Liverpool 16 points clear; Forest stun Manchester City

A round-up of Saturday's action in the Premier League. IMAGE: Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring Liverpool's second goal with teammates during thr Premier League match against Southampton at......

Rickelton, Rabada put South Africa in command

IMAGE: Ryan Rickelton celebrates after completing his double century on Day 2 of the second and final Test against Pakistan on Saturday. Photograph: Proteas Men/X Ryan Rickelton posted the joint......

PIX: Arsenal rise to second with win over Ipswich

IMAGE: Kai Havertz scores Arsenal's only goal of the match during the Premier League match against Ipswich Town at Emirates Stadium, London, on Friday. Photograph: Ian Walton/Reuters Arsenal moved......

EPL PIX: City crush West Ham; Arsenal, Chelsea held

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Saturday.Haaland double steers City to victory IMAGE: Erling Haaland celebrates scoring Manchester City's second goal against West Ham......