We are not shielding anyone: Kolkata CP on doctor's murder probe

Kolkata police commissioner Vineet Goel on Friday asserted that the force was not trying to shield anyone and it tried to be as transparent as possible in the probe into the alleged rape and murder......

Israel strikes Beirut, top Hezbollah commander among 9 killed

The Israeli military carried out an airstrike in southern Beirut on Friday, killing senior Hezbollah military figure Ibrahim Aqil, CNN reported. IMAGE: A Lebanese army member stands guard outside......

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

After steering the Rediff mothership for close to 29 years, Ajit Balakrishnan, founder, chairman and CEO, did what few businessmen in this country do -- R-E-T-I-R-E. On August 2, 2024, we were......

RG Kar rape-murder case: Can of worms opened, but CBI still clueless

Thirty days have passed after the body of a woman medic, raped and murdered, was recovered from state-run RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata, but investigators are still clueless about......

Gold set to extend record run; may hit Rs 90,000 in 2025

Gold, a safe-haven bet, is likely to continue its record-smashing journey in the New Year, rising to Rs 85,000 per 10 grams and even Rs 90,000 level in domestic markets if geopolitical tensions and......

Could Adani Settle With US Accusers?

Though a settlement will provide respite from a long legal battle, legal experts say it may create a perception of guilt. IMAGE: An Adani Group office in Gurugram. Photograph: Priyanshu......

Govt, India Inc seek cyber security shield

The Indian government and major private players are working together at multiple levels to boost cyber security in various agencies. With the threat of cyber crimes and terrorism looming, the......

West Asia tensions stall India's plans to import crude oil from Iran

The latest flashpoint in West Asia has derailed India’s preliminary plans to resume crude oil imports from Iran, officials said. Photograph: Raheb Homavandi/Reuters In January, officials of......

Heart Of Stone Review: Alia Holds Her Own

When she does show up an hour into the movie, Alia's confidence is hard to miss, notes Sukanya Verma. 'It's too dangerous.' Now where have I heard that line, like, only a zillion times before? Tom......

Club World Cup: Man City meet Juventus in group stage

The tournament, featuring top teams from around the world, will be held in 12 stadiums around the United States from June 15-July 13 and serve as a dress rehearsal for the 2026 World Cup co-hosted......

Defying age: Chhetri breaks ISL records

Sunil Chhetri creates history, becomes oldest hat-trick scorer in ISL in Bengaluru's win IMAGE: Sunil Chhetri became the oldest hat-trick scorer in the ISL history. Photograph: ISL/X The......

Fans Climb Trees To See Kohli Practice

IMAGE: Virat Kohli returns to his favorite hunting ground, Australia. Photograph: BCCI/X   Virat Kohli's arrival in Perth has sent Australian cricket fans into a frenzy. Despite tight......

Aus success code: Wearing down India's bowlers

IMAGE: Marnus Labuschagne bats in the nets on Tuesday. Photograph: Kind courtesy Marnus Labuschagne/X Australian batter Marnus Labuschagne wants to play the "long game" to wear down India's pace......

Australia announce squad for India Test series

Uncapped McSweeney to open with Khawaja in India series; Paceman Boland returns   IMAGE: South Australian batter Nathan McSweeney has shown solid temperament and technique in his recent......