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Eknath Shinde Has No Cards Left To Play

The meeting in New Delhi etc is just the BJP being nice to the man who helped it realise its dream by stabbing Uddhav in the back, notes Saisuresh Sivaswamy. IMAGE: A clearly downcast Eknath......

Property at core of Mewar royal family dispute

Iconic Rajput ruler Maharana Pratap fought against Mughal ruler Akbar nearly 450 ago for self-respect but his descendent Vishvaraj Singh Mewar, who became the titular head of the family on Monday,......

President Murmu to lead celebrations to mark 75 years of Constitution

President Droupadi Murmu will address a joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament in the historic Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan on Tuesday, kick-starting year-long celebrations to mark 75 years......

When The Shortest Met The Tallest!

IMAGE: Rumeysa Gelgi with Jyoti Amge, the tallest and shortest women on earth. Photograph: Kind courtesy rumeysagelgi/Instagram Jyoti Amge, the shortest lady on the planet, met Rumeysa Gelgi, the......

Raj Thackeray's MNS may lose recognition, symbol

The Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) is at risk of losing its status as a recognised political party and its railway engine poll symbol after its dismal performance in the recently concluded state......

Mercedes Benz classics take over Mumbai's streets!

The 11th edition of the Mercedes-Benz Classic Car Rally in Mumbai on Sunday featured headturners that left the audience gasping in awe. Rajesh Alva/Rediff.com presents a ringside view. IMAGE: The......

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......

Vistara-Air India merger: How these two distinct brands will blend

Experts say the merged entity will draw on USPs of both firms. Photograph: Francis Mascarenhas/Reuters In about a fortnight, Vistara – known for its premium service – will take off on......

NSE Bull Gets A Human Family

Glimpses of the iconic NSE Bull and the newly renovated atrium at the National Stock Exchange headquarters in Mumbai. On the NSE's 30th anniversary on September 6, 2024, Maharashtra Governor C P......

'Sangeet Manapmaan Is As Big As It Gets'

'We should support cinema that's rooted in our culture and not ape the West.' IMAGE: Subodh Bhave and Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy launch the music album of Sangeet Manapmaan. Photograph: Satish......

All We Imagine As Light Is Exquisite

All We Imagine As Light remains heart-warmingly affecting because you know experiences like this are few and far between. Payal Kapadia's film-making voice must be cherished, asserts Mayur Sanap.......

The First Song Ranbir Played For Raha Was...

'If you just listen to the lyrics, they're so simple. It's definitely a great philosophy to live life by.' IMAGE: Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt with their daughter Raha. Photograph: Kind courtesy......

Pushpa 2 Trailer: Allu Arjun Ups The Ante

Has anyone in recent years played an anti-hero that you want to hate but also can't stop watching, asks Mayur Sanap. Whether you like Pushpa or not, it is undeniable that Allu Arjun's titular role......

Gladiator 2 Review: Worthy Follow-Up

Gladiator 2 delivers an epic experience that may not replace the original in viewers' hearts but certainly earns its place beside it, notes Sonil Dedhia. It's been more than 20 years since Ridley......

Sania, Izhaan Cheer Bayern Munich

IMAGE: A night to remember at the Allianz Arena for Sania Mira and son Izhaan. Photographs: Kind Courtesy Sania Mirza/Instagram Tennis legend Sania Mirza and her adorable son Izhaan recently had......

These sporting icons are Gukesh's role models

IMAGE: Chess player D Gukesh revealed that Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Novak Djokovic are his sporting idols. Photograph: BCCI World Chess Championship finalist D Gukesh said former India......

Awkward Bumrah is 'The Terminator'

IMAGE: Jasprit Bumrah's unusual action and ball release tend to create problems for a lot of batters. Photograph: X Star India pacer Jasprit Bumrah's unorthodox bowling action and exceptional......

'Change of stance': Gavaskar on how Kohli rediscovered his form

'His body was completely relaxed when he came into bat in the second innings.' IMAGE: Virat Kohli bounced back form as he hit his 30th Test century in the first Test against Australia at Perth.......

World Chess C'ship: Game 2 draw keeps Ding in control vs Gukesh

IMAGE: China’s Ding Liren maintains edge after Game 2. Photographs: Kind Courtesy FIDE Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh bounced back to draw a largely uneventful second game against......

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