The Fears Of The Only Voice

The prime minister's insistence that his voice cannot be suppressed left me both puzzled and amused. He has at his call, the government's official news dissemination/publicity channels, the pliant......

Every Ruling Party Like Its Writ To Run

Despite their opposition based on ideology, both the political Right and the political Left possess similar behaviour, observes Shyam G Menon. Illustrations: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com Close to......

The Elephant Who's A TV & SM Star

As media phenomenon, Arikomban is in a different league.Efforts to capture the elephant were telecast live.Local three-wheeler drivers started a fans association for the pachyderm.A film has now......

All In The Family In The Name Of Politics

With some variations, all regional political formations, whether in power presently or out of it, share some common features: Tight family control of the political apparatus, key members in elected......

Why Modi compared RBI ex-governor Urjit Patel to a snake

Under Urjit Patel, the then RBI Governor, the central bank had a habit of making complete about-turns on various issues, including electoral bonds and digital payments, former finance secretary......

From electronics to semiconductor, MNCs in search of policy stability

Prodded by their automobile clients to hedge their bets against China global Taiwanese-headquartered outsourced semiconductor assembly and test companies (OSAT) are scouting for other Asian......

Govt, industry lock horns over hiking TV prices

For India to be atmanirbhar, domestic manufacturers cannot remain merely assemblers of imported parts. Manufacturing in India cannot survive on support of imports forever. Turning down the demand......

Chanda Kochhar falls on her sword, but why now?

Make no mistake, legally Chanda Kochhar was not and still is not obliged to quit.But quitting earlier would have placed her personally and as a leader on a very high pedestal, indeed where she......

'It was an honour to play one of our nation builders'

'I hope more shows highlight the unsung heroes of our rich history.''As for bringing the trophy home, a man can hope, but truly I am just excited to be there.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Jim......

No, Friends is Not The Best Sitcom Ever!

'The pride of the devoted Seinfeld fan is that he happens to love a show that doesn't take his love for granted, so that even on repeat viewings he is never really sure what directions an episode......

The Toughest Choice Kajol Has Ever Made

IMAGE: Kajol at the launch of The Trial: Pyaar, Kaanoon, Dhokha. Photograph: Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff.com After sending her fans into a tizzy with her cryptic Instagram post last Friday, Kajol......

'I cried an ocean of tears when I had no work'

'Actors like me heave a sigh of relief if we get work.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Vishal Jethwa/Instagram Vishal Jethwa, who gained notice for his ruthless act in Mardaani 2, will be seen in a......

ICC's revenue distribution model is flawed: Atherton

IMAGE: Michael Atherton said the ICC’s revenue sharing model was flawed but it won’t face any pushback from the countries. Photograph: Julian Finney/Getty Images Former England captain......

Soccer: Lukaku set to make Chelsea move?

IMAGE: Romelu Lukaku had joined Chelsea in 2011 but had only made 15 appearances before being sold to Everton in 2014. Photograph: Daniele Mascolo/Reuters Belgian international Romelu Lukaku......

Hamilton slams F1 after 'rushed' anti-racism gesture

IMAGE: Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton kneels in support of the Black Lives Matter campaign before the race. Photograph: Mark Thompson/Reuters Six time world champion Lewis Hamilton criticised Formula......

When will European soccer season resume?

Italian PM says training can start in May, no date for Serie A re-start IMAGE: Men wearing masks play football. Photograph: Getty Images Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte gave the......

Return of Colombian, Netherlands soccer season 'not viable'

Netherlands league season effectively over, says Dutch FA IMAGE: Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte banned events including professional sports and music festivals until Sept. 1 to prevent a......