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Pakistan Army Chief Is Now In Charge!

General Syed Asim Munir is now firmly ensconced as army chief after the May 9, 2023 upheavals, which were planned by Imran Khan's supporters to destabilise him, asserts Rana Banerji, who headed the......

Delhi chokes on thick smog as air quality remains severe

Air quality in Delhi and its suburbs dropped to the severe category again on Wednesday morning, with smoke from post-harvest paddy straw burning in neighbouring states accounting for one-third of......

Odd-even scheme returns in Delhi from Nov 13-20; in-person classes suspended

With Delhi recording air pollution levels seven to eight times above safe standards on Monday, the city government announced the return of its flagship odd-even scheme after four years anticipating......

India rejects ruling by Hague-based tribunal in dispute with Pakistan

India on Thursday said it cannot be compelled to participate in "illegal" proceedings at the Permanent Court of Arbitration over the Kishenganga and Ratle hydropower projects in Kashmir after The......

Disastrous Decisions, Achievements: Pervez Musharraf's Mixed Legacy

Learning perhaps from the Kargil debacle, Musharraf tried hard to evolve as a statesman in his dealings with India, recalls Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W. IMAGE: Former......

Govt nods new finance panel to decide central, states' tax spread

The government has approved the 'Terms of Reference' for the 16 Finance Commission, which makes recommendations on sharing of tax revenues between the Centre and states. Illustration: Uttam......

Neal Mohan, a shy student who is now YouTube boss

What does Neal Mohan, anointed the next CEO of YouTube, have in common with Sir Cliff Richard? They are alumni of St Francis’ College. Mohan, who will take over the reins of the social media......

Vedantu gives pink slips to 385 employees in 3rd round of layoffs this year

Edtech unicorn Vedantu has laid off 385 employees, nearly 11.6 per cent of the company workforce, according to sources. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com This move is being seen as part of a......

More trouble brews for Zee's Subhash Chandra & family

After Zee Entertainment and Dish TV, the Subhash Chandra family is bracing for another shareholder activism at Zee Learn and Zee Media Corporation ahead of their soon to be convened extraordinary......

As data hacks rise, firms turn to bug bounty hunters

Bug bounty hunters or independent ethical hackers are certified cybersecurity professionals or security researchers who crawl the web, scanning the systems for gaps through which hackers can sneak......

'The question that will keep haunting us is: 'Why?''

'I simply cannot believe that Sushant has taken such a step. He was such a lively boy who inspired others through his zest for life.' IMAGE: Sushant Singh Rajput in Chhichhore. A mix of grief and......

The Other Superstar Named Amitabh

'I am an accidental lyricist,' confesses the superstar who has written Haanikaarak Bapu, Emotional Atyachar, Abhi Mujh Mein Kahin, the songs for Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani and Ae Dil Hai Mushkil and......

'Aamir Khan fights like a child when he plays board games'

'I was very nervous. I have sat in so many narrations with him so I know that, if he doesn't like something, he immediately says, 'Mazaa nahi aaya (It didn't work for me).' 'But when he heard my......

Kohli skips optional practice session due to personal reasons

IMAGE: Though the star batter missed the optional training session, he is expected to be back for India’s warm-up match. Photograph: BCCI India's star batter Virat Kohli didn't join......

My Dada Sunil Gavaskar

To watch Dada standing on the steps of the airplane ladder with a glittering trophy in hand was exhilarating, recalls Hemant Kenkre. IMAGE: Sunil Gavaskar bats during the second Test against......

2nd Test: Anderson out; Moeen replaces Bess

Chris Woakes and rookie pacer Olly Stone will be vying for a final spot in the playing eleven. IMAGE: The 33-year-old Moeen Ali would look to make a return after overcoming COVID-19 earlier this......

Why medals in badminton will be tougher in Tokyo Olympics

IMAGE: PV Sindhu in action. Photograph: BAI/Twitter India's ace shuttler Saina Nehwal says the badminton competition at next year's Olympics will be tougher than the last three Games and she is......

1st T20I PIX: Debutant Krunal shines as India stagger to 5-wicket win

Images from the 1st T20I match played at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Sunday IMAGE: Dinesh Karthik top-scored for India with 31 runs off 34 balls. Photograph: BCCI/Twitter India ended a four-match......

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