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Sidda stands firm as Shivakumar reminds Cong of the 'word'

The tug-of-war between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his deputy D K Shivakumar over the CM post turned into a war of words on Thursday as the two faced off over keeping up a promise. IMAGE:......

Relief for Mamata govt as HC reinstates 32K primary teachers

A division bench of the Calcutta high court on Wednesday set aside a single bench order that annulled appointments of 32,000 primary school teachers in West Bengal, observing that "a group of......

BJP Pushes Nitish To Play Second Fiddle In Bihar

Nitish Kumar may be in the chief minister's chair again, but with the BJP grabbing the home department and the assembly speaker's post, the real power in Bihar has shifted unmistakably, reports MI......

'Biggest Meltdown In Indian Aviation History'

'It has got to be the biggest error in aviation. If it is the biggest error, then all those individuals in positions of power should be removed because they have caused the biggest meltdown in......

Sidda, Shivakumar end K'taka power tussle over idli, vada

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his deputy DK Shivakumar broke bread on Saturday. Technically it was idli and vada but their breakfast meeting appeared to ease the power tussle between......

PSU banks write off loans worth Rs 6.15 lakh cr in last 5.5 years

Public sector banks have written off loans worth Rs 6.15 lakh crore in the last five and a half years, Parliament was informed on Monday. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff "As per Reserve Bank......

US court reverses $1 bn damages against Byju

A US bankruptcy court has reversed a $1 billion damages ruling against Byju Raveendran, according to a statement from the founders of Think and Learn Pvt Ltd - the parent firm of ed-tech platform......

Fitch ups India's FY'26 GDP growth forecast to 7.4%

Fitch Ratings on Thursday raised India's GDP growth forecast for the current fiscal to 7.4 per cent, from 6.9 per cent, on increased consumer spending and improved sentiment boosted by GST reforms.......

Budget 2026: Nirmalaji's Challenges, Opportunities

The best course for the government at this time would be to tighten the seat belt a little more, without compromising on its investments in creating better infrastructure and giving a push to......

India logs 6-quarter high GDP growth of 8.2% in Q2

The Indian economy grew by a higher-than-expected 8.2 per cent -- a six-quarter high -- as increased factory production in anticipation of a consumption boost from the GST rate cut helped offset......

Half CA 2 Review: Relatable Drama

Where Half CA 2 scores is in making the audiences care for the characters to the extent that one holds their breath when the results are declared, notes Deepa Gahlot. Becoming a chartered......

10 Brilliant Dharmendra Movies

A career longer that most lifespans, a filmography of over 300 films. The media that gave Dharmendra labels like 'He Man' and 'Garam Dharam' did him no favours. Focusing on his looks and ignoring......

Mastiii 4 Review: Unfunny & Boring!

Anything is better than Mastiii 4, sighs Mayur Sanap. I hate to admit it, but I was curious about Mastiii 4. A recent tweet by Director Milap Zaveri defended the film with a claim that women have......

10 Reasons Why This Is 2025's Most Unfairly Treated Film

As someone who could not predict a single beat in advance, who was exhilarated by its audacity to throw random elements together and take chances all over the place, Sreehari Nair thinks Odum......

'Shah Rukh Is A Fabulous Human Being'

'Shah Rukh is such a generous person, such a giver, that I can only wish for life to give him all the love and happiness he deserves.' IMAGE: Shah Rukh Khan in Raees. Rahul Dholakia, who bagged......

Kuldeep's Class on Full Display in Series-Winning Show

IMAGE: Kuldeep Yadav was awarded the Impact Player of the series medal. Photograph: Hollie Adams/Reuters India's spin sensation Kuldeep Yadav received the "Impact Player of the Series" for the......

East Bengal to meet FC Goa in Super Cup final

IMAGE: In the final of the AIFF Super Cup, East Bengal FC will take on FC Goa. Photograph: East Bengal FC/X East Bengal FC produced a performance of grit and ruthless efficiency to book their......

Beware South Africa! Gill Sets The Nets On Fire

With free public access, nearly 5,000 fans roared as Gill stepped out and deposited balls into galleries, at times overshadowing power-hitter Shivam Dube during their rotational practice session.......

Windies pacers restrict NZ with fiery spells on Day 1

IMAGE: Kane Williamson and Tom Latham revived the New Zealand innings briefly with a 93-run partnership on Day 1 of the first Test against West Indies, in Christchurch on Tuesday. Photograph:......

Pink-Ball Test: Australia take lead over fumbling England

Images from Day 2 of the second Ashes Test between Australia and England at The Gabba, Brisbane, on Friday. SCORECARD IMAGE: Josh Inglis is bowled by Ben Stokes during Day 2 of the second Test......