The criticism that the Reserve Bank of India was behind the curve in hiking interest rate to tame rising inflation is unfair, former RBI Governor D Subbarao said on Wednesday and asserted that it is difficult for any central bank to anticipate the future more accurately. Earlier this month, Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), the central bank's rate-setting panel, surprised the markets with a 40 basis points hike in repo rate in an off-cycle policy meeting. It was also the first rate hike after August 2018, amid spiralling inflation.
Akshaye Khanna is the only worthy element about this patriotic actioner.
Rajesh Karkera tells you how to make the most of this fine drink.
Navjot Sidhu's life inside jail wouldn't be ten percent as hard as that of an ordinary convict who is in jail for assault leading to unintentional death, argues Sudhir Bisht.
Arthi Raghuram, founder of Deyga Organics shares simple tips to keep your skin healthy.
Ponniyin Selvan has everything going for it, yet, there is something missing for a wholesome film experience, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.
'Welfare schemes are not a necessary evil, they are a necessary good.'
While most experts suggest the government loosen its purse strings and not worry about the fiscal deficit in a pandemic impacted year, it will be a tightrope walk for the government to increase spending without going overboard.
Where Ayushmann Khurrana gets the tone and texture of his hypermasculine chump in skinny gym shorts down pat, Vaani Kapoor is a picture of backbone and restraint in a role that could not have been easy, observes Sukanya Verma.
Avesh Khan excelled with the ball to lift Lucknow Super Giants to a thrilling 12-run victory against Sunrisers Hyderabad in their IPL 2022 match at the DY Patil stadium in Navi Mumbai on Monday.
'We never go overboard on any stock, no matter how good it may seem.'
'Raut saheb has mentally wired himself to spend some time in ED custody.' 'He knows the risk is huge, but rewards will be bigger if he comes out unscathed.'
Gambhir feels that people shouldn't go overboard about past World Cup wins because the players who competed were meant give it their best shot and they did so as their professional duty.
Don't try this at home... or anywhere else!
Many believe that the surge in the markets defy economic reality and is being fuelled by aggressive monetary easing by central banks across the world.
What is your USP?
Why should your customers come to only you and nobody else? What particular problem are you solving? Solve these puzzles before launching a stat up suggests Rajiv Talreja.
Cricket South Africa's interim chief executive Jacques Faul has requested South African fans to 'respect' Steve Smith and David Warner
'He kept instigating me and there came a point where I had to stop this nonsense.'
Sreesanth is open to playing in overseas leagues and coaching roles
The actor wants the prime minister to do something about the duty free shops at the airport.
Not one joke lands, not one tear is genuine in Sardar Ka Grandson, feels Sukanya Verma.
'Have ghee with rice, roti or dal, and remember to enjoy and cherish its impact on your life and the life of your child.'
Namrata Thakker shows us the other trend in town: thigh-high slit gowns.
'Market feels this Budget will promote all-round growth and that is what is giving it confidence.'
Unless you know what you are and what you are not, how will you get an appropriate job?
In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.
A copious amount of blood, beating, crying, saving, sacrificing, nationalism fills up its staggering three hours running time. Emotions run sky high, but you feel nothing, sighs Sukanya Verma.
The joint committee of Parliament examining the Personal Data Protection Bill, 2019 has adopted its report on the bill with several opposition MPs, including those from the Congress, Ttrinamool Congress and Biju Janata Dal, submitting their dissent notes.
Does your child think you are the enemy? Has her/his behaviour changed drastically? Is your child constantly low on energy? These are just some of the signs that your child could be grappling with emotional issues.
Technical flaws go unnoticed when the team plays at home. On tour, the players become susceptible. The just-concluded England Test series, says Bikash Mohapatra, points to the fact that this Indian side doesn't have a player who can adapt and alter his game accordingly.
Hacked has plenty of highs for Hina Khan fans but apart from that, there's not much to look for in the film, says Moumita Bhattacharjee.
The US president's remarks in this regard come days after senior Indian and Chinese military commanders held talks aimed at resolving the months-long standoff along the Line of Actual Control in Ladakh. The two countries agreed to stop sending more troops to their disputed border in the Himalayas.
With the wedding season already in full swing, a few things to keep in minutes financially when tying the knot, advises Bindisha Sarang.
Sukanya Verma looks at the self-care tips they have to offer for a fit body and sane mind.
Balance transfer is a facility in which you can transfer outstanding balance from one credit card to another. It works well if you have multiple cards.
This is the meatiest role of Sidharth Malhotra's career and the man sure enough gives it his all. There's charm, swagger, warmth, empathy, verve, authority -- a lively portrait of a lion, a legend, applauds Sukanya Verma.
Asoka still makes for irresistible viewing, raves Sukanya Verma, and tells us why.
Samsung's latest iteration in the Galaxy series is a pretty good device; it includes a number of features which makes it hold on to its own despite fierce competition from Sony Xperia Z2 and iPhone 5S.
Curator Daljit Singh has retired a happy man after 22 years of service to Indian cricket. The groundstaff are no longer seen as gardeners and are getting due respect, a change that pleases him the most.
Settlement promises to trim your debt but going for a settlement isn't really a good idea. Find out why!
