Prices of essential items soar in Manipur as imports hit in violence

Prices of essential commodities have skyrocketed in Manipur since ethnic violence started some three weeks ago, as import of products from outside the state has been affected, with several items......

'It was extremely challenging to snatch lives from the tightening jaws of death'

'The second wave was more virulent, more aggressive.' IMAGE: Patients suffering from coronavirus and in serious condition being treated at an ICU at a hospital in New Delhi, May 28, 2021.......

Meet America's new vice president: Kamala Harris

Kamala Harris becomes the first woman, the first Black American and the first Asian American to hold the country's second highest office, and is now in a strong position to run for the top job four......

Kamala Harris, the perfect foil for Biden

'There is room for cautious optimism following the Harris anointment that America will return this year to more normal politics after the aberration of the Trump presidency,' points out Shreekant......

Governor, emergency manager defend Detroit bankruptcy

Less than 24 hours after Detroit filed the largest municipal bankruptcy in US history, the two men behind the historic action -- Michigan Governor Rick Snyder and Detroit Emergency Manager Kevyn......

Now, pay toll to use Bandra-Worli Sea Link

The Bandra-Worli Sea Link, which was opened to the public on July 1, had been kept free of toll for the first few days. But, from Monday onwards, the toll charges will be Rs 50 one......

BAFTA Nominations: RRR Out, All That Breathes In

S S Rajamouli's RRR failed to make it to the nominations of the 2023 BAFTA awards. The movie was in the long list for the Film Not in English Language category but could not find a spot in......

Deepika's Stunning First Appearance At Cannes!

Deepika Padukone made her first appearance as a jury member at the 75th edition of the Cannes Film Festival. Of course, she has been attending the festival since 2017 and her appearances have been......

Review: Crimson Peak is a gorgeous Gothic masterwork

Crimson Peak is not for everyone, but the mood is set very early on, says Raja Sen. Guillermo Del Toro would make a spectacular mortician. There is so much the Mexican master does with the......

American Hustle wins big at Golden Globes, 2014

The 71th Annual Golden Globe awards have been announced. There have been quite a few surprises and some expected nods. Here's a quick glance at the winners, listed in bold: BEST MOTION PICTURE......

Tennis round-up: Cilic gives Nadal reality check

IMAGE: Marin Cilic serves during his match against Rafael Nadal at the Aspall Tennis Classic in London on Wednesday. Photograph: Aspall Tennis Classic/Twitter Spaniard Rafael Nadal got a quickfire......

PFA stands by City's Sterling over racism claims

IMAGE: Manchester City's Raheem Sterling. Photograph: Rebecca Naden/Livepic/Reuters The harsh treatment Manchester City's Raheem Sterling receives from the media is fuelling racism on the......

Football rallies round grieving Ferdinand

Rio Ferdinand with his wife Rebecca. Photograph: Twitter Football rallied round on Saturday to offer support to former England captain Rio Ferdinand following the death of his wife, Rebecca......

Murray on fire as US Open heats up

Andy Murray sent an ominous warning to Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal about his intentions to win the US Open when he cruised through his first match at Flushing Meadows on Wednesday after Victoria......

Chris Hoy named UK's sports personality

Triple Olympic track cycling gold medallist Chris Hoy was named the BBC's Sports Personality of the Year on Sunday to cap a remarkable night and year for the sport. The Scot finished ahead of......