Women candidates constitute only 8% in first two phases of LS polls

Women constituted only eight percent of the total 1,618 candidates in the first two phases of the Lok Sabha polls, with political activists saying it reflects a deeper issue of gender bias and that......

A Tale Of Unlikely Politicians

Many ethical, competent corporate leaders aspire to join public life today. However, the transition to politics is far from easy, observes Indrajit Gupta. IMAGE: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar......

Electoral bonds: Who is lottery king Santiago Martin?

Future Gaming and Hotel Services whose director is the lottery magnate Santiago Martin is the top purchaser of electoral bonds having purchased bonds worth Rs 1,368 crores, according to data......

EC reveals electoral bond donors, but not who gave which party

From the who's who of the corporate world to low-profile businesses -- the Election Commission on Thursday put out the entire list of entities that have purchased electoral bonds for making......

Is Nayattu anti-Dalit? Is Karnan pro-Dalit?

'If questioning and dethroning hierarchies is your primary motive, why not put an end to the practice of announcing your shining star, your box office draw, in big flaming letters and mentioning......

Who will make the better Karnan: Mammootty or Prithviraj?

The latest updates from Malayalam film industry. Days after Ennu Ninte Moideen director R S Vimal announced his next project Karnan with Prithviraj, there seems to be a twist in the tale.......

Vineeth to play deaf-mute genius Saji Thomas

A lowdown on what's happening in the Malayalam film industry. Saji Thomas, a deaf-mute youth from Thodupuzha in the Idukki district of Kerala, shot into fame when he built a two-seater aircraft......

Mammootty bounces back with Pathemaari

A lowdown on what's happening in the Malayalam film industry. Mammootty, who has been the target of critics for his weird choice of roles off late, can heave a sigh of relief. His latest venture,......