'Colonialism's hand is everywhere'

Vatsala Mendonca's novel When God Died was released at the Yacht Club in Mumbai last month. Glimpses from the event: IMAGE: Vatsala Mendonca reads from Her book When God Died. All photographs:......

When Was Ram Mandir Project Not Political?

The Opposition's stand on the Ayodhya consecration is puzzling.Their only objection seems to be that the BJP has hijacked a religious event for political benefit.In saying this, the Opposition is......

Missed IAF Show? See It Here!

Daring maneuvers and breathtaking formations were on display at Mumbai's Marine Drive courtesy the Indian Air Force. A display that every Mumbaiker who saw it this past weekend will treasure all......

'Toll on Mumbai trans-harbour bridge should be Rs 500, not Rs 250'

'You need to have enough funds to maintain the primacy of public transport and it should not suffer because of lack of funds.' IMAGE: The Atal Setu. Photographs: Sahil Salvi Prime Minister......

Why We Can't Stop Talking About Kareena

So who are the actors who impressed film critic Anupama Chopra this year? Looking at the guests at her RoundTable discussion, the answer seems pretty clear. Kareena Kapoor impressed *everyone*......

Vicky Kaushal's Best Performance? VOTE!

An industry child sans an insider's privilege, Vicky Kaushal didn't grow up believing his calling lies on the sets or silver screen. Born to Action Director Sham Kaushal whose credits include......

Nargis Fakhri Is Back For Good In India

IMAGE: Nargis Fakhri on the sets of Tatlubaaz. All photographs: Kind courtesy Nargis Fakhri/Instagram.com   The very beautiful Nargis Fakhri could never quite find a footing in Bollywood the......

Bollywood Memories: Mumbai's Double-Deckers Ride Into The Sunset

Thousands of movie buffs remember the double deckers of Mumbai, associating them with stars and blockbuster songs of yesteryear, recalls Debarghya Sanyal. IMAGE: A scene from Taare Zameen Par. In......

I really want to win that World Cup, not thought of retirement: Rohit

IMAGE: We were all supposed to have one bad day and that I guess that was our bad day, Rohit Sharma about the 2023 ODI World Cup final loss. Photograph: Amit Dave/Reuters India captain Rohit......

IPL 2024: How this Punjab Kings dasher battled depression for glory

IMAGE: Ashutosh Sharma's late cameo powered Punjab Kings to victory against Gujarat Titans on Thursday. Photographs: BCCI "There was a time when I wasn't even allowed to get a feel of the cricket......

Ashwin coming back in Rajkot was the standout moment: Dravid

'Rohit has been fantastic to work with. I think he's a terrific leader, and the guys gravitate towards him phenomenally.' IMAGE: Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja, Rohit Sharma, Rahul Dravid and......

Rathour attributes youngsters' success to strong domestic foundation

IMAGE: In the absence of senior players, the youngsters of the Indian team have made the most of the opportunity. Photograph: BCCI The astonishing, inspiring and quick success of youngsters like......

How Sarfaraz mastered spin: 500 balls per day, 1600km car journey

IMAGE: Sarfaraz Khan enjoyed a strong start to his Test career, hammering quick-fire half-centuries in both innings. Photograph: BCCI Sarfaraz Khan's dominating performance against England's......