Trump's new rules for how countries should treat him have led to the current breakdown in India-US relations, explains Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.
'Trump is likely being purposefully vague, hoping that this lack of clarity will pressure India, fearing the worst, to agree to scale back its imports of Russian oil.'
The Indian junior men's hockey team registered a comprehensive 3-1 win over Australia in their second match in the Four-Nation Tournament in Berlin on Sunday.
Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer has stated that he is prepared to lead the team in IPL 2025, despite having no previous captaincy experience.
rediffGURU Sushil Sukhwani offers guidance about the best courses and colleges for an international education.
United States President Donald Trump announced a 50 per cent tariff on imports from Brazil, starting August 1, and called the trial of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro a 'witch hunt', adding that the 'trial should not take place'.
If the 'Captain Cool' trademark goes through, it could trigger a wave of similar attempts by celebrities to trademark nicknames given to them by fans.
'Archaeological sites like Keeladi, having remained buried for 2,500 years, have come out and speak now.'
'You've got to understand it is not easy to die by suicide.' 'People commit suicide only when they lose everything and find no other way to live.'
'If this is true, the Election Commission should come forward with data and officially confirm it.'
Two teams with fault lines in their batting, up against two of the best bowling sides in the game today -- the question that determines the outcome is, is your weakness greater than mine?
'I try to stay calm on the day of my event. I don't think too much about it. I just focus on giving my 100%. I try to stay relaxed, eat good food, and rest well.'
Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting lauds pacer Mitchell Starc's legacy.
India's batting faltered under pressure as they suffered a 22-run defeat in the third Test against England, at Lord's.
He revealed that the team consciously chose to go on the offensive with short balls when England were 83 for 5.
The 55-year-old Ramprakash, who played 52 Tests between 1991 and 2002, said instead of captaincy affecting Gill's performance, it has made him more focussed.
'What we need is the cultural encouragement to take risks, to fail occasionally, and to keep questioning.'
Special Ops 2 captures the spirit of the modern-day spy thriller and runs with it, observes Deepa Gahlot.
'Coming up with a uniform formula is important at least for central government-conducted examinations.'
'This England team has openly advertised that they will go for the target whatever may be the target. So as a batting line-up, we've to keep in mind that we have to give them less time but give a bigger target.'
While former Australian opener Matthew Hayden reckons series will go India's way, two former India players believe otherwise.
The book, to be introduced in schools from the 2025-2026 academic year, marks a shift in tone in its portrayal of the Mughal emperors, offering detailed accounts of conquest, religious decisions, cultural contributions, and brutality.
Who do you think should be part of the Indian team for the fifth Test against England?
Six of the 12 Indian badminton players were barred from participating at the World University Games due to an alleged administrative lapse.
Ahead of the 2nd Test starting on Wednesday, July 2, former Australian cricketer Brad Haddin had some advice for Gill, as the visitors look to level the five-match Test series.
Shubman Gill admits India needs to relook lower-order batting after loss in 1st Test
The Chinese see no need to fight directly. They have an able and willing proxy in Pakistan, points out Shekhar Gupta.
India go down 0-1 to Hong Kong in crucial 2027 Asian Cup Qualifier match
India go down to Germany 1-7 in Four-Nation junior hockey
Michael Vaughan said substitutes who replace injured players in the first innings of a Test match should be able to bat and bowl for the remainder of the match.
The pacer wasn't going to let strict Covid protocols get in the way of a life-changing moment.
"My interview was on March 21, 1977. That was the day the Emergency was revoked. Revoked! So, I go in for an interview at Shahjahan Road... First person that morning," recalls Jaishankar, now 70.
The Jane Street-Sebi saga is more than a legal dispute -- it's a litmus test for India's ambitions as a global financial hub.
Nathan Lyon has no immediate plans of Test retirement as he yearns for one final away series win in India before calling time on his illustrious career.
Demis Hassabis' advice is clear: Don't just marvel at artificial intelligence -- study the science and math that make it possible.
'Munir is clearly insecure and hence he needs the prop of a field marshal.'
Former Kerala Chief Minister and veteran CPI(M) leader V S Achuthanandan, a key figure in Kerala's political history, died on Monday at the age of 101. He was a founding member of the CPI(M) and served as Chief Minister from 2006 to 2011.
Delhi high court ruling on numbers as trademarks could be a trendsetter.
'In no way can an advocate be considered responsible for his or her client's actions.'
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