GOAT, Vijay's Failed Political Launch Vehicle

Vijay has a lot of young and middle-aged women fans, but as voters, they are possibly now with the DMK, or remain with the AIADMK. Recapturing this constituency would have helped Vijay's political......

Americans Must Depend On Hope And Prayer

The two major parties offer the United States choices that are basically unacceptable and the bench strength, such as it is, is not entirely capable of winning popular acclaim, notes Shreekant......

HC admits CBI plea against acquittal of A Raja, 16 others in 2G scam case

The Delhi high court Friday admitted a Central Bureau of Investigation appeal against the acquittal of former telecom minister A Raja and 16 others in the 2G spectrum allocation scam case, paving......

HC verdict on plea against acquittals in 2G case tomorrow

The Delhi high court will pronounce its verdict on Friday on whether to admit the Central Bureau of Investigation's (CBI) appeal challenging the acquittal of former telecom minister A Raja, firms......

Fundraising via QIPs gain traction as India Inc looks for growth capital

Equity fundraising through qualified institutional placements (QIPs) has gained traction, thanks to supportive equity markets and the need for fresh fundraising to meet capital expenditure (capex)......

'Black swan events are becoming increasingly frequent'

If the war in the Israel-Gaza region escalates into a larger West Asian conflict, it could pose problems. IMAGE: Palestinians gather at the site of Israeli strikes on a residential building in......

'There could be new challenges, new battles'

'The Indian economy and the Indian financial sector today remain resilient and much better placed.' Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com Amid much debate over whether the current firm growth in......

Significant room for upside in Indian Hotels stock

Analysts are seeing targets of around Rs 375-Rs 380 for the stock. Devangshu Datta reports. IMAGE: Taj Wayanad Resort & Spa, Kerala. Photograph: Courtesy Taj Hotels. There was a mixed trend in the......

'Ranbir Is Utterly Butterly Delicious'

'All through the making of Dil Daulat Aur Duniya, Rajesh Khanna never acknowledged me.''Dev Anand couldn't carry off a dhoti in Insaaniyat. He told me that he would never wear one again.''Shammi......

Ready For Action This Weekend?

From wannabe astronauts to visually disabled heroes, be sure to make some time for all the OTT action Sukanya Verma recommends this week. Space CadetWhere to watch? Amazon Prime VideoLanguage:......

Merry Christmas Review: Ho, Ho, Whoa!

Merry Christmas has a breathtaking climax that will have you sighing like you've never sighed in a Sriram Raghavan movie before, applauds Sukanya Verma. Unfazed by the fan frenzy surrounding......

Bollywood's Diwali Superstars

Salman Khan has been releasing his movies during Eid for more than a decade now, to great success, but this time, Bhai brings his Tiger 3 out on Diwali. The Diwali regulars have been Ajay Devgn and......

Southee to retire after England Tests but...

IMAGE: Tim Southee will make himself available for selection if New Zealand make the World Test Championship final next year. Photograph: BCCI New Zealand paceman Tim Southee is eyeing the third......

'Never Thought He'd Go Away So Soon'

'Towards the end, his struggle with ill health robbed him of some of his energy and vitality.' IMAGE: Olympic medalist Vijender Singh walked as showstopper for Rohit Bal in 2008. Photograph: Kind......

Paris Paralympics: How India fared on September 5, 2024

Kapil Parmar clinches unexpected judo bronze as India's Paralympic tally hits 25 IMAGE: Bronze medallist Kapil Parmar of India attend the medal ceremony. Photograph: Jennifer......

IPL Opener: Dhoni's CSK defends title vs Kohli's RCB

IMAGE: MS Dhoni with Ravindra Jadeja. Photograph: Kind Courtesy CSK/X Chennai Super Kings will launch their Indian Premier League (IPL) title defence against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Friday......

Warner must reply to critics as Oz face depleted Pak

Australia head coach Andrew McDonald said the hosts would field their strongest side against Pakistan, which means a welcome return for spinner Nathan Lyon, who will chase his 500th Test wicket......