Atalji@100: Vajpayee's Unmatched Legacy

It was good fortune for India to have Atal Bihari Vajpayee lead the government at a crucial moment in our history. He avoided India meeting the fate of Iraq or Ukraine, asserts military historian......

Why Maha politicians are courting Jarange ahead of polls

The poll aspirants who feel threatened are seeking to garner sympathy from their voters by meeting influential leaders like Jarange in the Marathwada region. IMAGE: Maharashtra Chief Minister......

The World's First Suicide Bomber

On the night of July 5, the Tigers launched their first kamikaze operation.Miller took the wheels of the explosive-packed truck, smiled at everyone as he turned the ignition key and drove it slowly......

'Arrogance': Cong slams govt over TN bizman's 'apology' to FM

The Congress on Friday launched a multi-pronged attack on the government over a video of a restaurant chain owner purportedly "apologising" to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for voicing......

Will RBI Governor Get An Extension?

'After a long time, we have a governor who is approachable. The RBI's interactions with us are now much better.' IMAGE: Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das. Photograph: ANI Photo  ......

The Men We Loved In 2024

2024 in Hindi cinema wasn't as much about superstardom or showboating as actors shining in astutely written roles or rising from the sidelines to leave a lasting impact. Good, bad, evil, we saw a......

Emily in Paris 4, Part 2 Review: Same Old

The idea of releasing a new season in two parts is probably what is not working for Part 2 of Emily In Paris 4, observes Divya Nair. Emily in Paris is one of those fluffy Web series, where you are......

#MeToo: 'Let The Exploitation Stop!'

'Women, come out and speak.' Illustrator: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com Actor-politician Khushboo Sundar has been quite vocal about the ongoing #MeToo controversy in the Malayalam film industry. "To......

Mohammed Rafi's Voice Remains Eternal

Forty four years after Mohammed Rafi's untimely demise on July 31, 1980, at the young age of 55, the singer's work continues to enjoy a musical afterlife on radio, television and modern streaming......

Football PIX: Big wins for Barcelona, Bayern Munich

Yamal shines as Barcelona thrash Betis IMAGE: Barcelona's Lamine Yamal celebrates scoring their fifth goal against Real Betis on Wednesday. Photograph: Albert Gea/Reuters Barcelona's teenage......

'Pant Or Rahul Should Captain India'

'Bumrah is not the right option for captain.''All the pressure to deliver is on his shoulders. So taking on the mantle of captain will be added pressure.' IMAGE: K L Rahul and Rishabh Pant's......

South Africa overpower Sri Lanka to sweep series; go top of WTC Standings

IMAGE: South Africa outclassed Sri Lanka by 109 runs to win the second and final Test and go top of the WTC Standings. Photograph: Proteas Men/X Spinner Keshav Maharaj took five wickets as South......

South Africa, Sri Lanka eye victory in second Test

IMAGE: Sri Lanka were 205-5 at stumps on the fourth day on Sunday. Photograph: ICC/X South Africa require five wickets and Sri Lanka need 143 runs as the second Test heads for a potentially......

Nissanka leads Sri Lanka fight back

IMAGE: Pathum Nissanka hit 89 while opening the batting in reply to South Africa's 358 on Day 2 of the 2nd Test on Friday. Photograph: ICC/X Opener Pathum Nissanka led Sri Lanka's fight back......