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We Are In An Era Of Puppets And Puppeteers

'As we enter 2025, it must be acknowledged that there is a convergence of capital, influential people (from business and politics) and technology deciding the destiny of others in the name of......

CBI books ED officer for extorting Shimla institutes; recovers Rs 1 cr

The Central Bureau of Investigation has registered one more FIR in connection with an alleged bribery scandal involving the Enforcement Directorate's assistant director posted in Shimla, who had......

'Who Does Not Want To Be Prime Minister?'

'We are going to need more technical people in government.''You can't expect a generalist to understand the complicated world of financial engineering.''I regret to say that most of our politicians......

Why is Uddhav Sena reviving its hardcore Hindutva stance?

The Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena-Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray has dropped broad hints over the past few days of going back to its core Hindutva agenda after the drubbing the party received in the......

'Forever deputy CM' Ajit Pawar emerges as the ultimate survivor

Defying predictions of his political eclipse, Nationalist Congress Party chief Ajit Pawar has not only consolidated his position in the Bharatiya Janata Party-led Mahayuti, but also fortified his......

Banks urge RBI for boards' workload mgmt

Private sector bank board members have urged the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) top brass to consider workload management of the boards as they feel there are too many issues that go to the boards for......

Follow KYC norms or face regulatory action: RBI to banks

RBI Deputy Governor Swaminathan J has asked banks to follow KYC guidelines with both "precision and empathy", failing which regulatory actions will be taken against them by the central bank.......

What Does RBI Want To Discuss With Private Banks?

Senior bankers anticipate discussions on issues related to technology, cyber security, and customer protection. IMAGE: Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das. Photograph: Francis......

Did You Know About Tatas' China Link?

The Tata Group is one of the very few Indian MNCs which has carved out a niche in China's highly competitive market, notes Rup Narayan Das. IMAGE: Ratan Tata, then chairman of the Tata Group, with......

HCLTech raises guidance on better-than-expected performance

IT services major HCL Technologies (HCLTech) on Monday reported a 10.51 per cent increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 4,235 crore in July-September quarter of FY25, as the company raised the......

'It's Not Sexualised Nudity'

'I made it very clear even at the casting process that there was going to be a lot of nudity. And I wanted to be sure that it would be done with ease.' IMAGE: Demi Moore, right, and Director......

IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack Review: Gripping!!

IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack begins by asking why the hijack lasted seven days and ends in wondering if the good guys fought the bad ones hard enough, observes Sukanya Verma. On a late afternoon of......

The Most Memorable Goodbye Turns 50

'Garm Hava understands that the scorching, hate-filled, doubt-filled affair between Hindus and Muslims is our national love affair.' Sreehari Nair revisits M S Sathyu's classic film, featuring the......

Why Brands Are Chasing Gukesh

'With an achievement like this, Gukesh could even be endorsing global brands.' IMAGE: World Chess Champion D Gukesh with his trophy in Singapore on Friday, December 13, 2024. Photograph: ANI Photo......

No reason for Pakistan to go and play in India: Afridi

IMAGE: Former all-rounder Shahid Afridi wants PCB to adopt a firm stance on cricketing ties with India. Photograph: Shahid Afridi/X Former captain Shahid Afridi has advised the Pakistan Cricket......

World Chess C'ship: Gukesh and Ding Liren battle to a draw

IMAGE: The third draw in a row left both players on an identical tally of 3 points apiece. Photograph: Kind Courtesy Chin An/FIDE Indian challenger D Gukesh held defending champion Ding Liren of......

PIX: Liverpool record historic win over Real; PSV script dramatic win

IMAGES from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Wednesday IMAGE: Liverpool's Cody Gakpo celebrates with Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konate after scoring their second goal against......

World Chess C'ship: Gukesh bounces back to WIN third game

IMAGE: D Gukesh looks in the zone. Photographs: Kind Courtesy Maria Emelianova and Chin An/FIDE Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh clinched his first win over defending champion Ding Liren in the......

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