'What Bigger Award One Can Hope For?'

'I did not take up research for any award.''What is more important is the medicine that I have developed.''This helps the patient recover and the family is happy that their relative has survived......

Coalition Won't Block Modi's Reforms

'The BJP's numbers in this government are almost the same as those enjoyed by the Congress under P V Narasimha Rao when the reform process was kicked off in 1991.' 'As before, the only constraints......

The Soldier Who Became A Legend

A fortnight after he became the face of the Indian soldier in the Kargil war, on July 8, 1999, Vikram Batra died. He was mortally wounded after fighting through the night while recapturing Peak......

In Search Of Modi In Srinagar

It's a different Srinagar from what Rediff.com's Syed Firdaus Ashraf encountered 24 years ago. Tourists throng the Kashmir Valley post-Article 370, azaadi appears dead, and everyone says one man is......

'The Win Is Not Just For India, But For All The Women Out There'

'If there is an artiste somewhere in India or in the world who wants to express her art, I hoped that this award would inspire them and add meaning to their journey.' IMAGE: Kani Kusruti, left,......

Savi Review: Anil Kapoor Saves The Day

Divya Khossla does not have the magnetism to carry a film by herself.If it weren't for Anil Kapoor playing his part with far more gusto than required, Savi would have been tough to sit through,......

'You Can Feel Buddha's Teaching In Ladakhi Culture'

'I have nostalgia for Ladakhi culture, which is common to both Muslims and Buddhists.''It is kind of a Buddhist way of life. You are compassionate and nice to each other.''You are good human......

'Manthan Never Looked As Good As It Does Now'

'The problems that the film explores still remain.''It was a different time when we made the film. We were young and we thought we could change the world.' IMAGE: Smita Patil and Girish Karnad in......

'Arshdeep's Bowling In The World Cup Final Was Extraordinary'

'I was not able to watch that 19th over bowled by Arshdeep.''My son and daughter were watching the match and my eyes were closed.''When they used to shout 'Dot ball', I used to open my eyes, that......

Inspired by T20 WC win, young India vows more glory

IMAGE: Abhishek Sharma watched the match with Yuvraj Singh. Photographs and videos: BCCI/X India's emotional and epochal triumph in the just-concluded T20 World Cup found its resonance in Gen-Next......

'All sacrifices are worth it' for India's youngest Olympian in Paris

'This is just the beginning and I have a long long way to go. I am really excited to know what more I can do in 2028 and 2032.'   IMAGE: Dhinidhi Desinghu is looking forward to meeting her......

T20 WC: 'This is the most prepared or experienced Sanju Samson has come'

IMAGE: Sanju Samson said his focus was always on being selected for the T20 World Cup. Photograph: BCCI Despite being focused on leading his team in the IPL, the thought of the impending World Cup......

T20 WC: 'He'll be a different Hardik Pandya when he wears that blue jersey'

IMAGE: Harbhajan Singh backed Hardik Pandya to enjoy a strong run in the T20 World Cup. Photograph: Anushree Fadnavis/Reuters Former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has nothing but empathy for......