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'Controlled Indo-Pak suits both ruling elites': Ex-NSA

Former national security advisor Shivshankar Menon has said that the political dynamics between India and Pakistan have led to a "controlled level of hostility" that serves the interests of the......

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......

Can Kejriwal Make It Three In A Row?

The BJP may win more seats in the February 5 assembly election, but not enough to trump AAP, notes Ramesh Menon. IMAGE: Aam Aadmi Party national Convener Arvind Kejriwal at an election meeting in......

That Rarity Of Rarities, A Good Man In Politics

As a leader, he was ambitious, not for himself but for India and its people. His was not the short-term election cycle calculation of individual political gain. His was a practical vision of how to......

We Are In An Era Of Puppets And Puppeteers

'As we enter 2025, it must be acknowledged that there is a convergence of capital, influential people (from business and politics) and technology deciding the destiny of others in the name of......

Budget plans to complete 1 lakh homes in stalled projects

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday announced a fresh Rs 15,000 crore 'SWAMIH Fund' for completion of 1 lakh units in stalled housing projects across various cities, a move aimed......

Focus On 26 EV Launches, Charging Infra At Auto Expo

With nearly 100 launches and unveils, the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, held in Delhi from January 17 to 22, made one thing clear to automobile enthusiasts: Electric vehicles (EVs) are the way......

Automobile dispatches rose 12% in 2024: SIAM

Automobile dispatches from companies to dealers rose 12 per cent last year compared to 2023 on the back of positive consumer sentiments which aided robust demand for two-wheelers, industry body......

EVs and beyond: Auto industry's journey for 2025

Traversing from being just vehicle manufacturers to mobility solutions providers amid a raging debate over which eco-friendly technology must be incentivised, the Indian automobile industry is......

Festive demand helps PV wholesales rise marginally in October: SIAM

Aided by festive demand, domestic passenger vehicle wholesales rose marginally year-on-year to 393,238 units in October, industry body SIAM said on Wednesday. Photograph: Francis......

It's A Wrap For The Family Man 3

Photograph: Kind courtesy Raj & DK/Instagram It's a wrap for the third season of The Family Man. Directors Raj & DK took to Instagram and announced the news with a big party for the cast and crew.......

When Priyanka, Lara, Dia Won!

'We went on to make history that year by winning all 3 international titles.' IMAGE: Priyanka Chopra, Lara Dutta and Dia Mirza. Photograph: Kind courtesy Dia Mirza/Instagram It's been 25 years......

Dominic And The Ladies Purse Review: Mammootty Keeps The Mystery Afloat

The Mammootty-starrer is a passable procedural, let down by half-baked ideas that don't necessarily come together, observes Arjun Menon. Gautham Vasudev Menon is a filmmaker prone to 'ideas'. When......

Pravinkoodu Shappu Review: Funny Suspense

Pravinkoodu Shappuis a quirky whodunnit with its fair share of laughs, observes Arjun Menon. The Agatha Christie who dunnit template offers a goldmine of opportunities for storytellers, and......

Game Changer Review: Ram Charan Saves The Train Wreck

Game Changer is underwhelming in the sense that you see the potential being squandered away by timid filmmaking, observes Arjun Menon. Shankar's films don't aspire for scale, they demand it. After......

India umpire Menon pulls out of Champions Trophy in Pakistan

IMAGE: Umpire Nitin Menon decided against travelling to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy. Photograph: BCCI India's only representative in the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires Nitin Menon has opted......

WPL can do for women what IPL has for male cricketers: Mandhana

IMAGE: Smriti Mandhana-led RCB will eye their title defence during the third season of the WPL, beginning from February 14. Photograph: Kind courtesy RCB/X Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper......

RCB rest faith in rejigged squad for success in IPL 2025

'The more number of times you reach the playoffs, the probability of winning the championship is quite near.' IMAGE: Royal Challengers Bengaluru retained veteran Virat Kohli in the squad for......

14-year-old dominates National Games!

Teenage sensation Dhinidhi Desinghu continued her exploits on the pool with her fifth gold as Karnataka continued their domination in swimming with two more top podium finishes at the 38th National......

Pakistan fined, docked WTC points for slow over-rate

IMAGE: Pakistan were penalised after they suffered a 10-wicket hammering in the second Test against South Africa in Cape Town. Photograph: Pakistan Cricket Board/X Pakistan's players were fined 25......

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