Admiral Arun Prakash: 'Objectives of Agnipath are more political than military'

'It seems unlikely that a recruit will make a useful contribution as member of a combat unit.' IMAGE: Indian Army soldiers on patrol. Photograph: PTI Photo Admiral Arun Prakash (retd) has emerged......

Was This The Right Time For Agnipath?

'Given the possibility that our unstable northern and western borders may become 'live' at short notice, any major systemic change which impacts combat effectiveness should be brought about in a......

'Even if authorised, missile firing makes no sense'

'This cannot be credibly explained away by referring to a "technical glitch".' Kindly note the image has been posted only for representational purposes. The BrahMos supersonic cruise missile.......

'UP voters are not going to forget Covid trauma'

'Every family in UP has been deeply affected in this second wave.''It has only been denial, denial, and denial by the incumbent CM.' IMAGE: COVID-19 victims before being cremated in Kanpur, April......

Panama leaks have taught the Indian rich a lesson

'Given the past record, no one will be prosecuted, especially since the beneficiaries comprise the most powerful people in the country. They will pay a fine and be let off.' Rashme Sehgal reports.......

Firms should invest in right talent to sustain growth

As the talent playing field gets more and more competitive, it will become more challenging to attract and retain high-potential people. The dynamic and volatile business environment requires......

Goldman Sachs promotes 27 Indian-origin executives

US financial services giant Goldman Sachs has promoted 280 executives, including at least 27 of Indian-origin, to the coveted position of managing director. The new managing directors will assume......

18 in finals of E&Y Entrepreneur of the Year Award

Eighteen industrialists have made it to the final round of the coveted Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award. An eight-member jury, chaired by M Damodaran, the former chairman of Sebi, IDBI......

Noteworthy statistics from first-class and Ranji Trophy

Maharashtra’s Swapnil Gugale and Ankit Bawane set a new record in the Ranji Trophy championship against Delhi, by adding 594 runs for the third wicket without being separated. This is now the......

Harbhajan to lead Punjab in Ranji Trophy

Ignored for India's first Test against the West Indies at home, Harbhajan Singh was named captain of the Punjab Ranji Trophy team that will take on Uttar Pradesh in their opening encounter at......