India Should Be Battle Ready With China

'With continued focus on votes, upcoming by-polls and purchasing politicians, the political hierarchy has little time for national defence.' 'They would do well to heed a veteran scholar, who says,......

India successfully flight tests 1,000 kg class glide bomb

India has carried out a "successful" maiden flight test of long-range glide bomb (LRGB) Gaurav from a Su-30 MK-I fighter jet of the Indian Air Force. During the flight test, the glide bomb hit the......

Ex-Army Chief shares 'great lessons' from 1971 war

One of the "great lessons" of the India-Pakistan War in 1971 is that fighting a war is not just a military affair, but a "total affair" that includes politics and diplomacy, former army chief Gen V......

Is there any bomb in my bag, asks flyer at Kochi airport; arrested

A casual reference to a 'bomb' made during a routine security check at the international airport in Kochi led to the arrest of a Mumbai-bound passenger. Image used only for representation.......

IndiGo to introduce business class seats from mid-November

IndiGo will introduce business class seats in select flights on 12 domestic routes starting from November 14 and also launch a customer loyalty programme, as the 18-year-old airline seeks to expand......

'We Want Chinese Style Growth'

'We have essentially tried to set out an agenda for the next five years and it, in essence, represents the political commitment to that agenda.' Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com  ......

'Budget Hasn't Addressed Real Economy Issues'

'Generating employment requires a shift in policy.''If not, the country will face economic, social and political challenges in the coming years.' IMAGE: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman arrives......

After Air India, Vistara announces VRS for permanent ground staff

Indian carrier Vistara on Monday announced voluntary retirement scheme (VRS) and voluntary separation scheme (VSS) for its permanent ground staff ahead of its merger with Air India, which had......

'I Want To Do A K-Drama'

'I want to be in Korea doing a love story, full of romance.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Lakshmi Manchu/Instagram Lakshmi Manchu is a name that resonates with versatility and grace across various......

Modern Masters: S S Rajamouli Review: Intimate Portrait of A Visionary

Modern Masters aims to showcase Rajamouli's enigmatic career and paints a context of what makes him the singular voice that defined his generation of film-makers for millions, observes Arjun Menon.......

Ulajh Review: Diplomatic Doldrums

Ulajh strikes you as an attempt at statement-making gone horribly wrong, a punchline that doesn't land, a roar that never reaches the ear, observes Sreehari Nair. In Sudhanshu Saria's Ulajh,......

How Do We Prepare For LA 2028? We Don't.

You don't prep for 2028 but for 2040, or even 2044.Sustained sporting excellence is based on mass support, grassroots development, and funding -- and it is this trifecta India needs to work on,......

Hockey India retires Sreejesh's No.16 jersey

Photograph: Kind Courtesy PR Sreejesh/X Hockey India on Wednesday decided to retire the jersey number of goalkeeping stalwart P R Sreejesh at the senior level after he bid adieu to the game......

Manu Bhaker to take 3-month break; may skip World Cup

IMAGE: Manu Bhaker scripted Olympic history for India in Paris as she won a bronze each in the women's 10m air pistol and 10m air pistol mixed team event. Photograph: ANI Paris Olympic double......

'She didn't even smile': Bindra predicted Manu's medal

IMAGE: Manu Bhaker became the first ever athlete from the country post Independence to earn two podium finishes in a single edition of Olympics. Photograph: Amr Alfiky/Reuters Olympic gold......

Sreejesh Rocks Mundu At Eiffel Tower

Photograph: Kind courtesy PR Sreejesh/Instagram   P R Sreejesh made a stylish statement on Sunday, combining the grandeur of the Eiffel Tower with the charm of Kerala. The hockey goalkeeper,......