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Reject divisive tendencies based on social hierarchies: President

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday emphasised the need to strengthen affirmative action as a tool for inclusion while urging the rejection of divisive tendencies rooted in perceived social......

Yunus reaches out to Bangladeshi Hindus, assures action

Bangladesh's Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus on Tuesday reached out to the distressed Hindu community as he visited a centuries-old temple, where he urged them to "exercise patience" and assured them......

Up to BJP if it wants me to fight polls: Doval's son

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Shaurya Doval has said he has never expressed desire to contest elections but is open to the idea if the party decides to field him. IMAGE: BJP leader Shaurya Doval......

'Discrimination Is Present Among Scheduled Castes Too'

'All of these guys who are opposing the Supreme Court judgment are from dominant scheduled caste communities and none of them come from the scavenging community.''Not a single scavenging leader......

And Thus Was Born NIA...

Even though the NIA claims that more than 90 per cent of cases charge-sheeted have ended in conviction, the figure is likely misleading. To date, very few cases investigated by the NIA have......

Cold coffee: Starbucks sacks CEO Laxman Narasimhan

In a surprise move, struggling multinational coffee chain Starbucks on Tuesday announced the appointment of Brian Niccol as chairman and chief executive officer replacing Indian-origin CEO Laxman......

Changes to banking laws have a consumer tilt

Better protection for depositors and investors was one of the chief considerations in Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introducing, on Friday, the Banking Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024, in......

Tomato prices soar to Rs 100 per kg in Delhi as rains hit supplies

Tomato prices soared to Rs 100 per kg in retail markets of the national capital on Saturday as adverse weather conditions in various parts of the country continue to affect supplies of the......

Unlisted Shares Market Is Buzzing

The dealers operating in the space have jumped nearly three times over the past two years. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com On May 10, after a typical workday, three young colleagues......

What Nilekani said about unleashing AI for enterprises

Unlike AI uses for consumers, the next generation technology for enterprises will unfold over several years and the biggest challenge is to unleash AI for next wave of productivity for businesses,......

'I Want To Do A K-Drama'

'I want to be in Korea doing a love story, full of romance.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Lakshmi Manchu/Instagram Lakshmi Manchu is a name that resonates with versatility and grace across various......

Sobhita-Naga Chaitanya Get Engaged

Photograph: Kind courtesy Nagarjuna/X Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala got engaged on Thursday, August 8, 2024, morning. Chaitanya's father Telugu superstar Nagarjuna shared the news on his......

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......

'Akshay's Flop Record Bothers Me'

'I remember AK came on set one day; one of his films had released the previous day and was not doing well. He was very attached to that film.''I felt he was low and that affected me.' IMAGE:......

'Actors Are Asking For The Sun, Moon And Earth'

'Those movie stars are asking for Rs 35 crore and are opening to Rs 3.5 crore.''How's that math working?' Photograph: Kind courtesy Karan Johar/Instagram Karan Johar believes the film......

Sreejesh Rocks Mundu At Eiffel Tower

Photograph: Kind courtesy PR Sreejesh/Instagram P R Sreejesh made a stylish statement on Sunday, combining the grandeur of the Eiffel Tower with the charm of Kerala. The hockey goalkeeper,......

Heartbreak for Noah Lyles as COVID ends Paris campaign

'Whether you were rooting for me or against me, you have to admit you watched, didn't you?' IMAGE: Noah Lyles of United States reacts after winning bronze before receiving medical......

Captain Rohit's remedy for India's spin woes

IMAGE: India lost 27 wickets to spin in the three-match ODI series against Sri Lanka, which is the most by any team in a bilateral ODI series with a maximum of three matches. Photograph: Sri Lanka......

27 Wickets to spin: India's nightmare series

IMAGE: Jeffrey Vandersay welcomed the Indian batters to witness his art in spin craft. Photograph: Kind Courtesy Sri Lanka Cricket/X Spinners became India's worst nightmare in their first......

Help Vinesh, PM Urges Usha

IMAGE: Vinesh Phogat stunned reigning Olympic champion Yui Susaki in one of wrestling's biggest upsets at the Paris Games on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. Photograph: Wrestling Federation of India......

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