Shinde passes floor test smoothly, gets 164 votes; many MVA MLAs absent

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Monday comfortably won a crucial confidence vote in the state assembly, cementing his grip on power five days after assuming office with the Bharatiya......

Does Owaisi hold sway over Muslim voters?

In 2014, young Muslims became Owaisi fans.But five years of BJP rule and a weakening Opposition have drawn older Muslims too towards the AIMIM chief.Not enough, though.Jyoti Punwani reports.......

'Don't we have any value as human beings?'

'Haven't you heard of the magical EVM machines? They can negate all our votes.''There is no hope. Modi is India's Putin.'Jyoti Punwani reports.Illustration: Uttam Ghosh/Rediff.com Any reporter on......

'If voting turnout is dismal, Priya Dutt will have a tough time'

Confident Muslims in the Behrampada locality in Mumbai’s suburban Bandra enjoy a bit of camaraderie amid listless voters and an unforgiving sun. Prasanna D Zore reports A 90-minute......

Sports Shorts: Chennainyin FC scores hard-fought win over FC Goa

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Thursday IMAGE: Chennaiyin FC’s Jeje Lalpekhlua chests the ball. Photograph: ISL media Chennaiyin FC, on Thursday, managed a 1-0 win......

Sports shorts: Chennai Open, Asian Games tennis, ISL...

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Wednesday.' IMAGE: Two breaks of serve in each set were enough for Yuki Bhmbri to get the better of compatriot Sidharth Rawat at the Chennai......

In-form India look to defend U-19 WC title

Defending champions India face Afghanistan in the campaign opener of the ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup to be played in New Zealand on January 15. India will be favourites to finish atop Group A, while......

Under-19 World Cup squads

Ashok Maneria will lead India in next month'sICC Under-19 World Cup in New Zealand. Defending champions India areaiming to win the tournament for the third time, having previously won itin Sri......

Pakistan recall Saleem Khalid, Akhtar Ali

Forwards Saleem Khalid and Akhtar Ali were recalled to Pakistani squad for this month's Sultan Azlan Shah Cup in Kuala Lumpur.However, uncertainties prevailed over the availability of unfit skipper......