Thiruvananthapuram's New Political Reality

Even as the dust settles on one election, glory in Thiruvananthapuram has come with a new question on the horizon: Who will be UDF's candidate in the next Lok Sabha election given Shashi Tharoor......

A Tale Of Two Poorams

If you have an appetite for crowds and the visual spectacle of many focused on one task or activity, a pooram will engage you, notes Shyam G Menon. IMAGE: The materials used on caparisoned......

Fali Sam Nariman: Indian judiciary's 'Bhishma Pitamah' who minced no words

In his long and illustrious legal career, Nariman argued in several landmark cases, including the Bhopal gas tragedy case, TMA Pai case, Jayalalithaa disproportionate assets case and the famous......

The Fears Of The Only Voice

The prime minister's insistence that his voice cannot be suppressed left me both puzzled and amused. He has at his call, the government's official news dissemination/publicity channels, the pliant......

Why Modi compared RBI ex-governor Urjit Patel to a snake

Under Urjit Patel, the then RBI Governor, the central bank had a habit of making complete about-turns on various issues, including electoral bonds and digital payments, former finance secretary......

From electronics to semiconductor, MNCs in search of policy stability

Prodded by their automobile clients to hedge their bets against China global Taiwanese-headquartered outsourced semiconductor assembly and test companies (OSAT) are scouting for other Asian......

Govt, industry lock horns over hiking TV prices

For India to be atmanirbhar, domestic manufacturers cannot remain merely assemblers of imported parts. Manufacturing in India cannot survive on support of imports forever. Turning down the demand......

Chanda Kochhar falls on her sword, but why now?

Make no mistake, legally Chanda Kochhar was not and still is not obliged to quit.But quitting earlier would have placed her personally and as a leader on a very high pedestal, indeed where she......

'It was an honour to play one of our nation builders'

'I hope more shows highlight the unsung heroes of our rich history.''As for bringing the trophy home, a man can hope, but truly I am just excited to be there.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Jim......

No, Friends is Not The Best Sitcom Ever!

'The pride of the devoted Seinfeld fan is that he happens to love a show that doesn't take his love for granted, so that even on repeat viewings he is never really sure what directions an episode......

The Toughest Choice Kajol Has Ever Made

IMAGE: Kajol at the launch of The Trial: Pyaar, Kaanoon, Dhokha. Photograph: Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff.com After sending her fans into a tizzy with her cryptic Instagram post last Friday, Kajol......

'I cried an ocean of tears when I had no work'

'Actors like me heave a sigh of relief if we get work.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Vishal Jethwa/Instagram Vishal Jethwa, who gained notice for his ruthless act in Mardaani 2, will be seen in a......

Frustrated football fans poke fun at England

IMAGE: England could muster only two goals in three games. Photograph: Kind courtesy FootyHumour / X While England won their group at Euro 2024 their humdrum scoreless draw against Slovenia......

ICC's revenue distribution model is flawed: Atherton

IMAGE: Michael Atherton said the ICC’s revenue sharing model was flawed but it won’t face any pushback from the countries. Photograph: Julian Finney/Getty Images Former England captain......

Soccer: Lukaku set to make Chelsea move?

IMAGE: Romelu Lukaku had joined Chelsea in 2011 but had only made 15 appearances before being sold to Everton in 2014. Photograph: Daniele Mascolo/Reuters Belgian international Romelu Lukaku......

Hamilton slams F1 after 'rushed' anti-racism gesture

IMAGE: Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton kneels in support of the Black Lives Matter campaign before the race. Photograph: Mark Thompson/Reuters Six time world champion Lewis Hamilton criticised Formula......

When will European soccer season resume?

Italian PM says training can start in May, no date for Serie A re-start IMAGE: Men wearing masks play football. Photograph: Getty Images Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte gave the......