Modi Should Listen To Criticism

The prime minister and his Cabinet will be compelled to do what governments in other democracies must: Listen to criticism from citizens and tolerate it and even learn from it. In doing so, perhaps......

Ramoji Rao, The Telugu Colossus

Ramoji Rao lived as the interface between business and politics and was an active participant in both for most of his remarkable life. IMAGE: Telugu Desam Party President and Andhra Pradesh chief......

'BJP will have no effect. Not even an iota'

'The people of Tamil Nadu, in particular Chennai, know about the double standards of the BJP. Nothing will work for them here.' IMAGE: Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam MP Thamizhachi Thangapandian......

Can BJP Win These 3 Seats In Tamil Nadu?

In a state that usually plumbs for a Dravidian major, three candidates have a chance of delivering for the BJP, observes A Ganesh Nadar. IMAGE: Narendra Modi goes on a roadshow in Coimbatore,......

Reliance, Disney merge to form Rs 70,000-cr JV

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries has completed the merger of its media assets with the India business of global media house Walt Disney and formed a joint venture with a valuation......

Star Health data leak: Telegram takes action against bots

Messaging app Telegram has taken decisive action against bots that were reported for sharing sensitive data related to Star Health and Allied Insurance Company, and is actively keeping an eye on......

Personal data of about 3 cr Star Health customers up for sale

Personal data like mobile numbers, PAN, addresses and pre-existing medical conditions of about 3.1 crore customers of Star Health Insurance is allegedly available on a website created by a hacker......

Ambani's AI offer: Up to 100 GB free cloud storage for Jio users

Stepping up the company's AI and cloud play, Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani on Thursday announced that Jio users will get up to 100 GB of free cloud storage to securely store and access......

'Struggle Toh Kiya Hi Hai'

'I have no family (in the industry), no network, no mentor.''Still, I'm consistently working since 20 years and now I have a National Award.''It may take time, but if you're consistently at it,......

'Ananya Gives It Her 100%'

'In anything in life, privilege helps.''Privilege means access. Access means connections.''Does it help? Of course, it does. In whatever you do.' IMAGE: Ananya Panday and Vihaan Samat in Call Me......

'The Audience Can't Be Tricked'

'In the audience's mind there is no urgency to go see a film in the theatre.''If you pay for social media buzz it does not convert into bums on seats.' IMAGE: Madhavan as Vanraj Kashyap, Ajay......

In The Times Of Usha Mehta And Savarkar

As Ae Watan Mere Watan and Swatantra Veer Savarkar release this week, Utkarsh Mishra takes us down history and reminds us about India's freedom struggle. IMAGE: Sara Ali Khan plays Usha Mehta in......

Will Rohit's captaincy lead India to victory at Gabba?

IMAGE: Rohit Sharma would be a handful if he is asked to manage one of the two factors -- bounce or seam movement. Photograph: ICC/X Rohit Sharma's elegance and Virat Kohli's class will face......

Carlsen warns of pressure for Gukesh: 'First World Championship will be a test'

Carlsen says Gukesh is 'significant favourite' in World Championship clash against Ding IMAGE: D Gukesh will take on defending champion Ding in the World Chess Championship to be held from......

Has IPL Lost Its Valuation Lustre?

'If tech giants like Amazon, Google, Apple and Meta enter the IPL broadcasting arena, it could further revolutionize sports media in India.' IMAGE: Kolkata Knight Riders players celebrate winning......

Saving Test Cricket! ICC's multi-million dollar rescue plan

IMAGE: ICC's fund would increase the minimum match payment for Test players and cover the cost of sending teams on overseas tours. Photograph: Andrew Couldridge/Reuters The International Cricket......

PIX: France Wows With Spectacular Olympics Opening

IMAGE: A balloon carrying the lit Olympic cauldron flies at Jardin des Tuileries during the opening ceremony. Photograph: Marko Djurica/Reuters The city of Paris transformed into a colossal......