Uniform Civil Code, NRC, freebies in BJP's K'taka poll manifesto

In its manifesto for the May 10 assembly polls, the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday promised implementation of Uniform Civil Code (UCC), the National Register of Citizens (NRC), free......

Indian medical students abroad join forces to help peers stranded in Ukraine

Need a cab for four people in Kyiv. Do we know someone in Poland who can drop food packets at the border? A group is starting from Kharkiv, any updates on trains? IMAGE: An Indian student meets......

Famous faces at polling stations

Four states and one Union Territory -- West Bengal, Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry -- voted on one of the busiest days in the ongoing assembly elections on Tuesday.   While for West......

'India is at the heart of what we are doing'

'For us, it's "keep moving and keep building a critical mass", which is commensurate with the size of the country.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Danone French food major Danone, which sells......

Pulses prices stabilise as rains revive over major growing states

After a steady surge, prices of pulses, except those of urad and masoor to some extent, are showing signs of stabilising amid a revival of monsoon rains over major growing areas of Maharashtra and......

Collectors' items: Some of these exotic pets cost Rs 150,000!

The prices are no deterrent for those eager to be 'different' or seeking exotic pets as status symbols. Akshara Srivastava, Shine Jacob & Ishita Ayan Dutt report. Illustration: Dominic......

How metaverse is going to make a big difference in our lives

While movie-viewing in the metaverse is still a work in progress, people have already started going on dates in this parallel 3D universe that is accessed by virtual reality goggles. However, as......

Bigg Boss OTT: Who made Akshara Cry?

Pratik-Divya can't stop fighting, even as the night gets entertaining! Photograph: Kind courtesy Voot Select/Instagram Bigg Boss OTT Day 1 begins with the contestants waking up to the dance number......

Akshara Haasan to make acting debut

Kamal Haasan and Sarika’s younger daughter Akshara will make her acting debut very soon. Her parents had felt that Akshara was more interested in direction. Since older daughter Shruti was......

PIX: Akshara Haasan cheers sister Shruti

Suneil Shetty, Sonu Sood, Vidyut Jamwal and Vivaan Shah were some of the other guests. Shruti Haasan is very proud of Behen Hogi Teri, where she surprised our critic by her comic timing and range......

Kajal, Akshara in Ajith's next

S Saraswathi gives us the latest updates from the Tamil film industry. Kajal Aggarwal and Akshara Haasan have been roped in to play the lead in Ajith’s new film, temporarily titled......

'IPL Final A Magnet For Cricket Tourism'

'It's clear that fans are eager to be part of the live stadium experience, reflecting a growing trend of travel driven by marquee sporting events.' IMAGE: Spectators cheer Punjab Kings Captain......

What Helped Kohli Rediscover Form...

The 42-day break would give Kohli the time to introspect, and rejuvenate his cluttered mind. IMAGE: Virat Kohli celebrates a century in a World Cup 2023 game. Photograph: Adnan Abidi/Reuters......