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Govt hopes to put Maha Kumbh Mela on global tourism map

The ministry of tourism is beckoning people to visit Prayagraj and explore the Maha Kumbh Mela that begins from Monday. Expected to host over 40 crore devotees from across the globe, this 45-day......

BJP Or Congress? Who Will Dalits Vote For?

'No political party can antagonise Ambedkarite voters, particularly the neo-Buddhists.' IMAGE: Devendra Fadnavis, the Bharatiya Janata Party candidate from the Nagpur South-West assembly seat,......

Cong has become a 'parasite' that swallows...: Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday accused the Congress of being involved in a global conspiracy to weaken the Indian economy and democracy, and defame its institutions as the opposition party......

G20 Summit: Presidential dinner showcases India's diverse musical heritage

An ensemble of musicians, some of whom played sursingar, mohan veena, dilruba and other rare instruments, regaled G20 world leaders during the ceremonial dinner hosted for them by President......

Art 370 repeal, women's quota, security breach among key highlights of 17th LS

The curtains came down on Saturday on the 17th Lok Sabha, which was witness to landmark moments such as the abrogation of Article 370, the granting of 33 percent reservation to women in Parliament......

Bibek Debroy: A Guru I Could Look To

Bibek Debroy was one of the very few economists not bound by any single area of expertise and was simultaneously curious about economics and politics, myths and maths, chess and chemistry, and what......

For Harley-Davidson, Indian roads were always bumpy

From being exorbitantly priced to facing stiff competition, Harley was always going to find it tough to crack a market like India, says Dhruv Munjal. Photograph: Philippe Wojazer/Reuters A few......

Art in a pandemic: Openings delayed, museums embrace technology

India’s state-owned institutes have literally been forced to embrace technologies to go digital - however reluctantly. Till the museum reopen, the magic mantra has been “online”,......

'Henceforth, no Indian should fear the taxman'

'We have set out a timetable to reduce income tax rates for all incomes below Rs 50 lakh, and to progressively eliminate the surcharges on income above Rs 50 lakh, by 2024.'The Budget speech past......

How Kolkata trams are getting a new lease of life

Reopening of closed tram routes is on top of the mind of the authorities Colonial-era charm of trams is being revisited in the city with air-conditioned tram cars being lined up and closed routes......

'Zakirbhai, You Will Be Missed And How'

'When he played his inner light shone so bright! His joy embraced us all... we experienced divinity.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Nandita Das/Instagram Ustad Zakir Hussain passed away into the ages......

Pushpa 2: The Rule: Giant Misfire!

Pushpa 2 is a badly misjudged, doubtful sequel that can't capitalise on the wealth of the story world set up in the first film, observes Arjun Menon. Pushpa: The Rule, the much anticipated sequel......

Heeramandi Review: Romance, Revenge, Rebellion

Heeramandi, a passion project that took off after years in development and planning, mirrors Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film-making's finest and frustrating features, observes Sukanya Verma. It's......

Sam Bahadur Is A Delight To Watch

For someone like me who studied Sam so intently, if a lump could form in the throat during the emotive scenes, I think the cast did a superb job, notes Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).......

Dahaad Review: Sonakshi Packs A Punch

For those who believed in her talent since Lootera, Dahaad is a truly rewarding experience, observes Sukanya Verma. A blurry visual of different stages of a dying bride at the start of every......

'100% Kiwi' Rachin relishes special ton in 'hometown'

Born in Wellington to parents hailing from Bengaluru, the mop-haired left-hander emerged as a big crowd favourite in India when he played at last year's 50-overs World Cup and CSK in this season's......

The King of Polo Rides Off Into The Ages

Colonel Billie Sodhi's life and family heritage reflect an unwavering commitment to excellence in polo, equestrian sports, and a rare, enduring athletic legacy. IMAGE: A young Billie Sodhi......

India defender Anwar Ali joins Mohun Bagan

IMAGE: Anwar Ali had spent 15 months with FC Goa before signing for Mohun Bagan Super Giant. Photograph: Kind courtesy Mohun Bagan Super Giant/Twitter Mohun Bagan Super Giant on Sunday boosted......

Ozil quits German national side citing racism over Turkish heritage

'I have two hearts, one German and one Turkish' IMAGE: Germany's Mesut Ozil. Photograph: Michael Dalder/Reuters German soccer star Mesut Ozil said on Sunday he would no longer play for the......

England hail 'Special One' Stokes after miracle win

'It was a combination of all sorts of things, craft, skill, versatility and most of all, an 'over my dead body' attitude without which you are not a great player' England hailed a new Ashes hero......

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