Independents backed by Imran's party take lead in Pak poll

Jailed ex-Pakistan premier Imran Khan's party-backed independent candidates on Friday sprang a surprise by winning 86 seats out of the 201 results declared following unusual delays and allegations......

Telangana polls: We will field properly and win on this pitch, says Azhar

Once known for his stylish flicks and sharp catching on the cricket field, Mohammed Azharuddin has entered the electoral fray in Telangana as the Congress candidate from Jubilee Hills, saying he......

Mirwaiz released, calls for dialogue, reconciliation in J-K

In his first public appearance following his release from four-year house arrest on Friday, Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq reiterated the stand of his separatist amalgam that the......

'Atiq's son is alive, revenge will be taken': Threat post on Twitter

An FIR was registered against an unidentified individual at a cybercrime station in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj after a social media post vowed to take "revenge" for the killing of gangster Atiq......

'Big fish have fled India; they are 10 times smarter than the government'

While some criticise the government, others, despite the inconvenience, hail demonetisation as revolutionary.Rediff.com's Prasanna D Zore reports. WAR ON BIG NOTES IMAGE: A queue up outside an......

Last minute tax tips? Read this!

Do you find yourself in a situation where there are just a few days left before the deadline of submission of tax documents? Are you confused about the best tax-saving avenues? Did you make a few......

Will RRR Have A Sequel? We Tell You

There has been a lot of talk lately on a sequel to S S Rajamouli's international blockbuster, RRR. The film's writer Vijayendra Prasad, who is also the director's father, tells Subhash K Jha:......

'We had to make calls to people to make them release the film with ease'

'...and they did that. I want my films to release with love.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Yash Raj Films/Twitter   As Pathaan touched Rs 500 crore (Rs 5 billion) mark at the global box office......

Will Salman DIRECT Kabhi Eid Kabhi Diwali?

'Who do you think directs most of the films that he has done in the last four-five years?' Photograph: Kind courtesy Salman Khan/Instagram Now that Salman Khan's project Kabhi Eid Kabhi Diwali......

Just who is Siddharth?

'He is busy building an image on the social media as an anti-right-winger.''But remember: An actor is only good at what he was born to do,' observes Subhash K Jha. Photograph: Kind courtesy......

'The brightest star' in Sania Mirza's Life

'No matter how dark it is around me, your smile makes it all better.' IMAGE: Sania Mirza with son Izhaan and niece Dua. Photograph: Kind courtesy Sania Mirza/Instagram   Indian tennis......

Pakistan Cricketers Pray For Pant

IMAGE: Rishabh Pant bats during the T20 World Cup match against Pakistan in Dubai on October 24, 2021. Photograph: Hamad I Mohammed/Reuters Pakistan's cricketers sent in their prayers and good......

'Let's all pray for Rishabh Pant's speedy recovery'

IMAGE: Rishabh Pant was hospitalised following a major car crash on Friday. Photograph: Grant Pitcher/Gallo Images/Getty Images Wishes and prayers poured in from all quarters for Rishabh Pant, who......

Shahid Afridi tests positive for COVID-19

IMAGE: Shahid Afridi's charitable foundation has been working towards fighting the Coronavirus in Pakistan and Bangladesh. Photograph: PTI/Files Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi on Saturday......

I'd love to travel to India and meet Ranveer: Arsenal star Ozil

'India awaits you with open arms and a whole lotta warmth, Mesut Bhai! promise you some sweet memories! Soon... Insha Allah! ♥' IMAGE: Arsenal footballer Mesut Ozil, right, with Ranveer......