Can Modi Win A Simple Majority?

2019 was the BJP's breakout year, when it stretched the boundaries of what was thought possible and ended up with 303 seats on its own steam.Now it is forced to play defence, on a pitch queered by......

'Today Is Worse Than British Times'

'Today, the BJP is using power in such a manner that they not only crush the Opposition, but even their own supporters can't rebel.' Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com In the third and......

NRIs: Pop Nationalism To Identity Supremacy

Brand India's societal divisions and distortions have remained as much relevant in 'liberal' America and Europe as it still is in the structurally stratified Indian society of the 21st century,......

It could be Union minister Meghwal vs state minister Meghwal in Khajuwala

These are the 15 seats to watch out for in Rajasthan where assembly elections will be held on November 23. The state has 200 constituencies. IMAGE: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister......

Ather Energy looks to raise Rs 3,100 cr

Electric two-wheeler (e2W) maker Ather Energy has submitted preliminary papers to the Securities and Exchange Board of India to raise funds through an initial public offering (IPO). Photograph:......

Apple Sales In India Up to 67,000 Cr

Despite the robust growth in this country, Apple's India share in its overall global sales remained modest -- constituting 1.5 per cent of its overall turnover of $389 billion in FY23. IMAGE:......

Power Grid Corporation stock in expensive zone

Power Grid Corporation of India (PGCIL) was one of the top Sensex gainers in trade on Monday, ending with gains of nearly 9 per cent. Photograph: Courtesy, Power Grid Corporation The stock has......

How India is betting big on global outsourced chip play

India is all set to make its presence felt in the $47 billion global outsourced semiconductor testing and packaging market, an arena where Malaysia and Vietnam have been way ahead so far.......

'We Lost So Many Things In This War'

'The war ended in 2009 and I believe the new generation of Tamils don't know what was going on there.''I felt it was my duty to tell our story.''Since 2009, it seems like we are sleeping.' IMAGE:......

Bad Newz Coming Soon!

Kalki 2898 AD ended the first half of 2024 on a high. Now, one hopes for an encore in the second half of the year. Joginder Tuteja looks at the July releases in theatres.   Auron Mein Kahan......

'Be Prepared For Fame And Blame'

IMAGE: Nivin Pauly and Anaswara Rajan in Malayalee From India. Nivin Pauly is very proud of his latest release, Malayalee From India. "Malayalee From India is a complete package, offering......

'I've lost out on parts because...'

'People had a perception that I may be angry as a person.''Or I'm older than I really am.''Or I can't speak in English because of the characters I've done at the beginning of my career.'......

Could Kush Maini become India's next F1 driver?

IMAGE: Kush Maini's consistency with the BWT Alpine F1 team car in testing has made him a top contender for the reserved seat for the Enstone-based team. Photograph: Kush Maini/Instagram India's......

Focus on Sanju, Abhishek as India eye winning start

IMAGE: India under Suryakumar Yadav will look to continue winning run in the T20Is in South Africa. Photograph: BCCI As India firmly embraces a transition phase, a clutch of second line stars......

'Never say never': Sat-Chi's eyes set on 2028 Olympics

IMAGE: With the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics firmly in their sights, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty are determined to make a triumphant comeback and clinch a medal. Photograph: Hamad......

Rafael Nadal's India Connections

IMAGE: Rafael Nadal returns the ball to Lars Burgsmuller in the first round of the French Open at Roland Garros, May 23, 2005. Photograph: Francois Lenoir/Reuters   Rafael Nadal is preparing......

Adapting key to T20 wins: Arshdeep

IMAGE: Arshdeep Singh was in awe of Mayank Yadav's pace. Photograph: BCCI Left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh said he was "excited" with the way Delhi-tearaway Mayank Yadav bowled in his T20I debut......