'When innocent children die...': Modi to Putin on Ukraine war

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday told Russian President Vladimir Putin that a solution to the Ukraine conflict is not possible on the battlefield and peace efforts do not succeed in the......

Gen Upendra Dwivedi takes charge as 30th Army chief

Gen Upendra Dwivedi, who has vast operational experience along the frontiers with China and Pakistan, on Sunday assumed charge as the 30th chief of the Army staff at a time India is facing myriad......

Iranian Nuclear Deterrent On the Horizon

The crises of the 21st century, 9/11, the economic meltdown, COVID-19, Russia-Iran war and the Hamas-Israel war seem to be never ending. In this situation, Iran might be contemplating a nuclear......

How Congress Startled BJP in Rajasthan

The BJP's nationwide vote share saw its steepest decline in Rajasthan, falling by 9.23% from 2019, resulting in the loss of 11 seats, reports Prakash Bhandari. IMAGE: Senior Bharatiya Janata Party......

What Are Quant Funds?

Quant funds are a unique offering in the MF space as the investment decisions are driven by a blend of active and passive strategies. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com   Quantitative......

How To Curb Speculation In F&Os

'Sebi had no problem with derivatives until trading exploded after Covid.''But now, having built a dangerous road, from which different entities, mainly governments, are extracting a heavy toll,......

Can the 'new' HDFC Bank reclaim its old glory?

For over a decade, HDFC Bank consistently outperformed industry growth rates in both deposits and advances, maintaining impeccable asset quality. IMAGE: Sashidhar Jagdishan, managing director and......

'Tax Relief For Middle Class Will Boost Markets'

'Like every Budget, this time, too, there is chatter around tinkering with the long-term capital gains tax.''Investors may not want to jump into the markets until there is clarity on this front.'......

Rahul Dravid explains his coaching philosophy

Didn't like chopping and changing, tried to help captain deliver his vision: Rahul Dravid IMAGE: Under Rahul Dravid's tutelage, India thrashed England in the five-match Test series at home and the......

Chopra warns Kohli against Afghanistan's pace, spin

IMAGE: Virat Kohli's struggles have been a talking point throughout the tournament. Photograph: BCCI/X Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra believes Virat Kohli can rediscover his form if he......

Men In Blue Prepare For Super 8

IMAGE: Skipper Rohit Sharma expressed his keenness to include all four all-rounders in the team. Photographs: BCCI/X   Team India's practice session on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, revolved around......

T20 WC: Focus on pitch as India take on wounded Pakistan

IMAGE: Virat Kohli enjoys himself during India's training session in New York on Friday. Photograph: BCCI/X A confident and well-adjusted India would look to capitalise on an unpredictable......

Will Rishabh Pant stay put at No 3?

IMAGE: Rishabh Pant, who made a successful comeback after a life-threatening accident, played a crucial role in India's win. Photograph: BCCI/X.com India's T20 World Cup opener against......