Gawli is 71-72 years old, not what he was in 1980s, says SC

The Supreme Court on Monday said it would like to examine the plea of the Maharashtra government, challenging the remission granted to gangster-turned-politician Arun Gawli who is serving a life......

She hadn't done...: Puja Khedkar's father defends her

The father of IAS officer Puja Khedkar, accused of using fake disability and OBC certificates to clear the civil services exam, defended her, stressing that she hadn't done anything illegal. Puja......

'They Want To Send A Message: If You Question Us, This Will Be Your Fate'

'In spite of all these days behind the bars, none of those who have been arrested is repenting their decision to stand against the injustice of this government.' IMAGE: On Saturday, July 13, 2024,......

'If SC Orders NEET Retest For 23.3L Students...'

'While not everyone may be pleased with a NEET retest judgment, it would restore fairness and integrity to the process, giving all students an equal opportunity based on merit.''This decision would......

MFs rake in record Rs 14,370 cr via equity NFOs in June

A strong influx of 11 equity new fund offers (NFOs) in June, particularly within the thematic space, helped mutual funds collect Rs 14,370 crore — the highest ever via such introductory......

Why Brands Are Slurping Over Ro-Ko

'Their chemistry is organic and authentic, making them an appealing choice for collaborative endorsements.' IMAGE: Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli celebrate after Team India wins the ICC Men's T20......

The Lives PSU Bankers Lead

A peek into the life of a public-sector banker who did well professionally, but paid a price for it, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com   A column on what......

Result preview: Cost of deposits to weigh on banks' margins in Q1

Despite steady loan growth, the banking sector is expected to report subdued margins in the quarter ending June 2024 (Q1FY25), driven by high demand for deposits amidst tight liquidity conditions.......

'I've Always Admired R&AW Agents'

'' Photograph: Kind courtesy Gurmeet Choudhary/Instagram Gurmeet Choudhary, who has been through the entire spectrum of visual formats, is back, this time with a series on OTT. "I have been......

Showtime Season 1 Part 2: Little To Offer

There are real movie celebrities doing walk-ons (who'd say no to Karan Johar), the show looks all glossy and glamorous, but the plot is confined to the tug of war between Raghu and Mahika, observes......

Sarfira Review: Akshay Does It Again! Yawn.

Throughout its 155 minutes, every scene is doused in blaring background music and melodrama.Disappointment alone won't do, it must feel like a full blown catastrophe, observes Sukanya Verma.......

Kakuda Review: Neither Scary Nor Funny

Since Kakuda is made for OTT, the film might find its audience of horror fans but it is not particularly scary, and not the least bit funny, observes Deepa Gahlot. In a country full of folklore,......

Chess: Gukesh shines at Superunited Rapid and Blitz

IMAGE: Gukesh's performance was particularly strong in the Rapid section, where he managed 9 points. Photograph: Kind courtesy Gukesh D / X Indian youngster D Gukesh emerged as the top......

'We did not keep the ball well enough'

England manager Gareth Southgate pointed at fatigue and injuries as a reason England were unable to match Spain's control of much of the match or build on the momentum of Cole Palmer's 73rd......

Copa America: Is security in the US broken?

Fans raise questions over USA's ability to control crowds after the chaos at Copa America final and hoped that the organisers of the 2026 World Cup, being co-hosted by the USA, Mexico and......

Jaiswal Smashes Way Into Record Books

IMAGE: Yashasvi Jaiswal slammed Zimbabwe's Sikandar Raza for two consecutive sixes off the first two balls of the match. Photograph: BCCI/X Yashasvi Jaiswal smashed his way into the record books......

Spain's Euro glory built on selfless group mentality

IMAGE: Spain's players celebrate with the trophy after beating England in Euro 2024 final at Berlin Olympiastadion, Germany, on Sunday. Photograph: Lee Smith/Reuters Spain's path to European......