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Baichung Bhutia: Mamata's pawn or promising politician?

The former Indian football captain has a new target in the Lok Sabha seat of Darjeeling, but he may not find the going as easy as scoring a goal, says Joel Rai The ornate gate constructed in......

Toilet vs Temple debate reveals India's Dirty Picture

For more than half of all Indian households, the very personal act of defecation is an open affair, says Joel Rai Isn't it curious that time and again, India's development is measured against......

Violence rocks Afghanistan on polling day

Low voter turnout marked the general elections in Afghanistan on Thursday, as the war-ravaged country voted to choose their next president for the second time since 2001, after the Taliban was......

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Why aren't the Muslims going home?

The families that were affected by the communal violence in Muzaffarnagar district have no hope of their homes being restored to them. Is the government really unable to reassure them of a safe......

India's billionaires' success mantras

Vijay Shekhar Sharma, worth about 7,300 crores, is India's richest entrepreneur under 40 according to Hurun's India Rich List for 2016.Anil Rai Gupta, along with his brother Vinod, has been valued......

Parineeti, Anushka, Deepika: Where were our stars born?

Take a look! Photograph: Courtesy India International Jewellery Week Parineeti Chopra may not be working on a film at the moment but the Kill Dill actress sure knows how to keep herself......

Meet the cutie in Aap Ki Antara

Zaynah Vastani may be only five years old but she already has a challenging role under her belt -- she plays an autistic child in Zee TV's Aap Ki Antara. The show traces the girl's life, and how......

Review: Tanu Weds Manu is charming

Sukanya Verma reviews Tanu Weds Manu. Post YOUR reviews here!A London-based Delhi boy and his family arrive at a Kanpur household kicking off a vibrant ruckus of prattle and curiosity. Following a......

Rocky, Rekha and Paris Hilton

Staying home this weekend? Here's what to choose if you're in the mood for movies:Rocky 2Cast: Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Carl Weathers and Burgess Meredith. Director: Sylvester......

PIX: Germany snap losing run; Spain, Brazil, Argentina win

Images from the international friendly, 2026 World Cup qualifying and Euro 2024 qualifying football matches played on Tuesday. Germany down France to end losing run IMAGE: Thomas Muller celebrates......

ISL: Hyderabad rally to edge Odisha in stellar 2nd half display

IMAGE: Hyderabad FC's Joao Victor celebrates after scoring. Photograph: Indian Super League/Twitter Hyderabad FC underlined their credentials as one of the top contenders this season with a......

PIX: Portugal, Poland, Senegal punch ticket to Qatar World Cup

Images and a round-up of all the World Cup qualifiers played across continents on Tuesday. IMAGE: Portugal's Bruno Fernandes (2nd from right) celebrates with teammates after scores their second......

Hyderabad FC end losing streak with big win over Chennaiyin

IMAGE: Hyderabad FC's Halicharan Narzary celebrates on scoring his 2nd goal against Chennaiyin FC on Tuesday. Photograph: ISL/Twitter Hyderabad FC outclassed former champions Chennaiyin FC with a......

ISL: Goa pip Hyderabad 2-1, end year on a high

IMAGE: FC Goa's Igor Angulo celebrates with teammates on netting the injury time winner against Hyderabad FC at Vasco on Wednesday. Photograph: FC Goa/Twitter FC Goa picked up three points in......

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