'I'm merely a wordsmith, trying to do my job'

She's done it all. She's been a magazine editor, writer, columnist and, at 60, an age she shares with Free India, Shobhaa De continues to push the envelope. In her latest book, Superstar India,......

Iraq war worth it: Bush

US President George W Bush on Tuesday rejected calls for a timetable for withdrawal from Iraq or sending more troops, counseling patience for Americans who question the war's painful costs. "Is the......

Bombings, beheadings in Iraq

A bomb exploded Tuesday outside a bank in the northern city of Kirkuk, killing 19 people, including pensioners waiting for checks and child street vendors. In Baghdad, the bodies of 24 men slain in......

Customs duty exemption on lithium, cobalt to aid growth of EV sector

The proposed exemption in customs duty on import of lithium, cobalt and other rare minerals in the Union Budget 2024-25 is likely to lower the battery production cost and help in making electric......

JSW MG To Launch 5 New Cars

'Two would be premium products and three would be mainstream products.' IMAGE: JSW Chairman Sajjan Jindal, his son Parth Sajjan Jindal, member, steering committee, JSW MG Motor India, and Rajeev......

Electric vehicles steal the limelight of first day of Auto Expo 2023

Electric vehicles hogged the limelight on the first day of India's flagship motor show Auto Expo 2023 with the likes of Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Kia, Tata Motors and MG Motor showcasing their......

Markets plunge to 6-week lows; Sensex tanks 229 points

Markets ended lower on Thursday as investors trimmed positions in equities after declining crude oil prices added to concerns over slowdown in global growth. The Sensex ended 229 points down at......

Aus 'keeper Nevill to replace Haddin in third Ashes Test

Australia's Peter Nevill in action during the Australia nets session. Photograph: Charlie Crowhurst/Getty Images Peter Nevill has got the nod ahead of Brad Haddin as Australia's wicketkeeper for......

"Red Nev" ends Manchester United passion play

Gary Neville called an end to a glittering career of devoted service to his beloved Manchester United and England on Wednesday by announcing his immediate retirement. The 35-year-old right back......