'Modi can learn much from Narasimha Rao'

Jairam Ramesh, a familiar figure in Indian politics, is known for his felicity with both the spoken and written word. After the Manmohan Singh government was voted out in May 2014, Jairam Ramesh,......

'The US is mindful of the sensitivity of India's independence'

'Our approach to India is no different from the approach that we have made in India over the years, recognising its non-aligned status. That's their decision; we're not trying to change that. We......

'Mamata was emotive, Mulayam was tactical'

Jayanta Ghosal of the Anand Bazar Patrika Group made an exclusive appearance on Rediff chat where he fielded wide-ranging questions about the upcoming Presidential poll. Here's the transcript of......

Many more questions about the terror attacks

After we first posted a list of unanswered questions about the terrorist attacks in Mumbai 10 days ago, hundreds of readers mailed us with their own questions that need to be investigated by the......

'In 2015-16, IT sector expects over 2 lakh new jobs'

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley will present the Budget in Parliament on February 28. What does the Indian IT sector expect from Jaitley? What impact will it have on the information technology......

'India a tax-free country? Not even in distant future!'

Budget 2014, as an eminent columnist said, was not a bang but not a whimper either. Finance Minister Arun Jaitley stressed on growth while he presented the Budget in the Lok Sabha this year. What......

'A comprehensive and investor-friendly Budget'

Dr Sanjaya Baru is one of India's most respected commentators on political and economic issues.From May 2004 until August 2008, he was the official spokesman and media advisor to the prime minister......

Here is how to invest wisely and be rich

Are you always at a loss while planning your finances? Are you aware of the investment options available in the market?How best can you plan your finances?What are the crieria for evaluating an......

'Defeat hate, celebrate unity'

From ads to award-winning documentaries, US-based director Rahul Dholakia has come a long way. His critically acclaimed film Parzania has generated a lot of buzz. Based on a true story, the......

Readers' choice on the best, worst actors of 2002

Thu Dec 26 21:01:21 2002 Name:ajit gokhaleCity, Country:usaYour Views:I think Anil kapoor was the best in Nayak.He is an in-depth actor above all the current crop. (I think Amitabh is running out......

'Dhoni is a very good One-day leader, an average-to-poor Test captain...'

It's a lump-in-the-throat moment for Indians to see their team knocked out in the semis by Australia, but clearly the better team on the day made it to the final.For India, it was a long and......

Birthday wishes to Irfan

Dear Irfan Bhai,Tum jiyo Hazzaro saal,run banao pachass hazzar,wicket leo ak LAKH.Keep up the good work as always.Regards,Deepak Prasad-----------------------------hi irfan wish u happy bday "karka......

'JP Yadav deserved a higher rating'

Readers' views on the Team India ratings.*****************Yuvraj, Dhoni, Nehra, Pathan, are way overrated. Yuvraj is far from consistent. Dilip PurohitLos Angeles*****************I do not agree......

'Why is Dalmiya in the panel?'

Readers' take on the newly-formed panel to select the new coach.*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*-*Ram LankaIn a Team India that is studded with stars, the coach is forced to play their "yes" man.......

Readers speak out!

Anuj Jajoo:Hi Prem,Thats excellent and very real time commentary. But sometimes a mistake is infavour of truth... "3.81 the ruin rate" -(your commentary at ind 124/4)Just kidding ;)------M K......