Women constituted only eight percent of the total 1,618 candidates in the first two phases of the Lok Sabha polls, with political activists saying it reflects a deeper issue of gender bias and that......
Deriving from Narendra Modi's continuing charisma, the proposed scheme, if and when implemented, can cut both ways. That is to say, if Modi can win, he can lose. Or, someone else in his place,......
Neither the BJP, nor the Congress before it, made any manifesto commitments on defence spending, even though allocations have plummeted from 4 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) in the late......
'We were sure our appeal would succeed. We knew we could break down the evidence and show it was hollow.' IMAGE: Professor G N Saibaba with his wife Vasanta Kumari after his release from the......
False and acrimonious debates such as Modi versus Manmohan might allow for victories that are political and partisan.But the real loser is the nation, India and Bharat, notes Arvind Subramanian,......
As the Men in Blue took on Australia in an intriguing ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup final in Ahmedabad on Sunday, the orders on quick delivery platforms reflected the pulsating mood of the......
For Lori Beer, chief information officer, JPMorgan Chase & Co, largest banker in the US, India is a big part of the organisation’s global technology footprint and is core to its products and......
The number of initial public offerings (IPOs) launched during the first half of 2023-24 (H1FY24) was the highest since 2007-08. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com As many as 31 mainboard......
The recovering valuations, will lead to enhanced optimism among investors about funding startups. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com After a string of valuation markdowns among Indian......
The first leg of Micron's semiconductor play in Sanand is crucial for the company to sprint towards India's goal of joining the chip race. IMAGE: Prime Minister Narendra D Modi with Sanjay......
Up close with Rashmika... Sanjana is New York... Disha chills in Thailand... Photograph: Kind courtesy Janhvi Kapoor/Instagram Janhvi Kapoor wears cricket balls on her back, as she steps out to......
The first quarter of 2024 has ended on a positive note. While Fighter entered the Rs 200 Crore (Rs 2 billion) Club, Shaitaan is aiming for a Rs 150 crore (Rs 1.5 billion) lifetime. And now, Crew is......
1999 in Hindi movies marked the end of a vibrant young decade and a gentle promise of electrifying new things to come in the new millennium. Where madcap masala still reigned supreme, morally......
'There must have been some wonderful genetic disorder due to which I was attracted towards filmi songs.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Aditi Paul/Instagram One of the things that was appreciated in......
Dancing his way into people's hearts comes naturally to Shahid Kapoor. As a youngster, dance helped him overcome his shyness at Shiamak Davar's school for the same. That's when he found his groove......
IMAGE: Kolkata Knight Riders Coach Chandu Pandit with KKR Mentor Gautam Gambhir at a team training session. Photograph: BCCI Overseas cricketers at the Kolkata Knight Riders were......
Punjab Kings got off to a winning start in IPL 2024 as they registered a hard-earned four-wicket victory against Delhi Capitals on Saturday, March 23, 2024.PBKS' victory was largely due to Sam......
IPL to introduce Smart Replay System for quick, accurate reviews in upcoming season Photograph: Kind courtesy BCCI The Indian Premier League (IPL) will introduce a Smart Replay System for quick,......
IMAGE: Refreshed, returning Kohli good for RCB's fortunes for IPL 2024, feels former India player S Badrinath. Photograph: BCCI A rejuvenated Virat Kohli will be in a good mental frame after......
IMAGE: India fielded five debutants during the recently-concluded home series against England. Photograph: BCCI India’s emphatic win over England was a tailor-made series for the......