Manmohan Singh dropped pre-medical, pursued economics: Daughter's book

Manmohan Singh had joined a pre-medical course as his father wanted him to become a doctor but pulled out after a couple of months, losing interest in the subject, according to a book on the former......

'If We Are A Global Power It's Because Of Him'

'A man who brought about the greatest set of economic reforms in the country, who changed the course of Indian history, cannot be considered weak.' 'A man who fought for nuclear reforms even though......

Is Ajit Pawar Making Eknath Shinde Insecure?

'Ajit Pawar is trying to sideline us; he is trying to be in the BJP's good books at our cost.' IMAGE: Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde offers sweets to NCP leader Ajit Pawar while BJP leader......

Recalled envoy speaks out: Canada backstabbed India

Calling Canada's behaviour 'the pits', India's recalled high commissioner Sanjay Verma says India was backstabbed and treated in a most unprofessional manner by a country that is supposed to be a......

Revenue dept plans to plug capital gains tax leakage

Having observed variations in capital gains tax computation, the revenue department is working on a mechanism to analyse futures and options (F&O) trade data and pre-initial public offering (IPO)......

Lessons Tesla's Musk can learn from Apple to enter India

The tech giant learnt the hard way that patience, negotiating flexibility and industry cooperation work better than public statements and tweets when attempting to enter India. Surajeet Das Gupta......

'He was always very indulgent towards me, a bit like a father to a wayward son'

'Satyadev Dubey left without writing the dialogues for the end of Mandi. So there would be brainstorming sessions before every scene.' 'One particular scene needed a dramatic opening line and no......

Marco Review: Gore Fest

The action entertainer Marco is a well shot, gnarly bloodfest that packs some lackluster thrills, notes Arjun Menon. Another day, another lesser effective wannabe 'Pan Indian' action film is out......

Jigra Review: My Name Is Bachchan. Alia Bachchan

Vasan Bala's ability to jolt our Bollywood conditioned brains into experiencing new forms of menace, showcasing Alia in a savage new light, wins Sukanya Verma's dil and jigra. Vasan Bala creates......

Romance And Sci-Fi Collide On OTT This Week

Sci-fiction buffs rejoice, there's much spectacle to behold on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma gives her recommendations. Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of FireWhere to watch? NetflixLanguage: English......

PHOTOS: India off to winning start at U-19 World Cup

IMAGES from the Under-19 World Cup match played between India and Bangladesh on Saturday. SCORECARD IMAGE: India players celebrate a Bangladesh wicket as they win by 84 runs. Photograph:......

This is a player's movement; not linked to any political party: Bajrang Punia

IMAGE: Olympic medallist Bajrang Punia claimed there were a few trying to steer the movement in a different direction. Photograph: PTI The protesting wrestlers on Saturday claimed that a few......

Wrestlers detained as police clear Jantar Mantar protest site

  IMAGE: Wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia and his wife Sangeeta during their protest against Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, at Jantar Mantar in New......

This CWG gold medallist now wants to enjoy ice cream

Nikhat Zareen to continue fighting in 50kg weight category IMAGE: Nikhat Zareen celebrates after defeating Carly Mc Naul of Northern Ireland in the women's 50kg boxing final at the Commonwealth......