Polarised: Former Indian envoys criticise Hasina's death sentence

After a special tribunal in Bangladesh sentenced ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina to death, several former Indian envoys on Monday criticised the verdict and said the neighbouring country is......

Why Modi Needs Mission-Mode Bureaucrats

Learning from East Asia, India must reform its district administration with performance, accountability, and vision to achieve the goal of Viksit Bharat, points out Deepak Mishra. Illustration:......

2,417 Indians deported or repatriated from US since Jan: Govt

The ministry of external affairs on Friday highlighted that 2,417 Indian nationals have been deported or repatriated from the United States since January 2025. IMAGE: An Indian immigrant deported......

'ISRO Will Ensure Security Of Every Citizen Of Bharat'

'You can observe a lot of things from space.''Another thing is communication, in real time, especially in war-like situations.''During Operation Sindoor, we could play our part well.' IMAGE:......

'Insurance Sector Is At An Unstable Equilibrium'

'Other sectors that manage the savings pools of Indians are giving tough competition to life insurance companies.' Kindly note that this illustration generated using Microsoft Copilot has only......

India, Russia Warm Arctic Ties With Ship Deal

One key development is the direct cargo connection between Chennai and Vladivostok, a crucial Russian port on the Northern Sea Route. IMAGE: A Russian ice-breaker ship.   India and Russia are in......

Gold, silver log record gains in H1 FY26 amid US economic uncertainties

Owing to uncertainties on higher inflation and muted growth in the United States (US), coupled with concerns around America’s rising debt and tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump, the......

SBI sells 13.18% Yes Bank pie for Rs 8,889 cr

The country's largest lender State Bank of India on Wednesday announced the completion of the divestment of about 13.18 per cent stake in Yes Bank to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation of Japan......

The Gentle Colossus Of Tamil Cinema

Whether it was in the company of superstars Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan -- or, on rare occasions with both together, among others -- Saravanan's demeanour would stand out, recalls N Sathiya......

Will India Shine At The Grammys?

IMAGE: Sitarist Anoushka Shankar. Photograph: Kind courtesy Anoushka Shankar/Instagram Eleven-time Grammy-nominated sitarist Anoushka Shankar has added two more nominations to her kitty. Her......

The Director Who Brought Out The Best Of Asrani

'What a talent, what an actor! Cast him as anyone, anything, and he is ready for the challenge. I get restless when I don't have him in my film.' IMAGE: Asrani in Hrishikesh Mukherjee's Guddi. The......

'In A Relationship, We Must Help Each Other Grow'

'I enjoy making gestures, big or small, based on what makes my partner and me feel comfortable.' IMAGE: Vijay Varma and Fatima Sana Shaikh in Gustaakh Ishq. Photograph: Kind courtesy Stage 5......

Haryana Steelers launch grassroots kabaddi academy

IMAGE: Haryana Steelers players at the Brigadier Ran Singh (BRS) Kabaddi Academy in Dighal, Haryana. Photograph: Haryana Steelers The Haryana Steelers have announced the Brigadier Ran Singh (BRS)......

Premier League on mission to expand India footprint

The EPL has set up an office in Mumbai, its first ever in India, to support fan engagement and growth of the league and its clubs. IMAGE: Michael Owen during a Premier League fan event in Mumbai.......

Osaka parts ways with coach Mouratoglou

IMAGE: Under Frenchman Patrick Mouratoglou, who previously guided Serena Williams to 10 of her 23 major titles, Naomi Osaka won her first WTA title since 2021 at the L'Open 35 de Saint-Malo in May......

AIFF, FSDL reach resolution; ISL could commence in Dec

'The AIFF has agreed that: It will conduct an open, competitive and transparent tender (or equivalent process) for selection of a commercial partner to conduct the ISL in line with global best......

'One final push to make our country proud'

India Head Coach Gautam Gambhir addressed the crow as Team India were hosted by the Indian High Commission in London on Monday. IMAGE: Shubman Gill presents a bat to High Commissioner of India......