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How Nitish Kumar managed to remain CM for 19 long years

In a political career spanning 50 years, Nitish Kumar has displayed an uncanny knack for rising like a Phoenix every time sceptics and detractors have sought to write him off. IMAGE: Nitish Kumar......

How Modi Changed Indian Politics

In the last 11 years, India and the world witnessed what he stood for, what he promised and did not deliver, and what he actually stood for and practised without fearing how history would judge......

The Alaska Fiasco: Lessons For India

The point to note for India is that we must not panic.The United States may be our largest export destination, but high tariffs will not exactly mean gloom and doom.Sure, we can throw some morsels......

Revealed! What Arvind Kejriwal's future plans are

Arvind Kerjiwal, who resigned as Delhi chief minister on Tuesday, is likely to focus on galvanising the AAP cadres and rebuilding trust among the people before the assembly polls, a senior......

It's Birla vs Suresh for Speaker's post as govt outreach fails

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance on Tuesday maintained its streak of continuity in its third term by fielding previous Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla for the crucial......

'Gopi Was A Champion Of Enterprise'

'What made Gopi a man above others was his belief that business carried a broader purpose -- creating opportunity and bridging cultures.'Lakshmi Mittal, executive chairman, ArcelorMittal, pays......

Meet The Man Behind Bollywood Classics

'The moment a movie was declared a hit, he would immediately start planning his next.' IMAGE: Director Raj Khosla. Photograph: Kind courtesy Film History Pics/X In his long career, Raj Khosla......

'Ishaan Has Been Advised To Do Herogiri'

'When Shahid, Ishaan and I are together, it is a madhouse because we are all performers.' IMAGE: Shahid Kapoor with his mother Neelima Azeem. Photograph: Kind courtesy Shahid Kapoor/Instagram "I......

When I Attended The Bachchans' Holi Party

The Bachchan family have this knack of going out of their way to make you feel extremely comfortable. IMAGE: Amitabh Bachchan with Jaya Bachchan and granddaughter Navya Naveli Nanda. Photograph:......

'Comedians Usually Bounce Back'

'Unless a comedian is involved in something society deems unforgivable...' Kindly note the image has been posted only for representational purposes. Photograph: Kind courtesy Tumisu/Pixabay.com......

The Songs Lata Mangeshkar Loved

All of us love Lata Mangeshkar's songs. But which of her own evergreen melodies did she love? Lataji had once picked her favourites, albeit reluctantly, and told Subhash K Jha just why they were so......

Andre Russell in new IPL role; joins KKR as 'power coach'

'I'll still be smashing sixes and taking wickets in every other league around the world. And the best part? I'm not leaving home… you'll see me in a new role.' IMAGE: Andre Russell played 140......

India bank on Kohli-Rohit magic to seal ODI series

IMAGE: A record-extending 52nd ODI century by Virat Kohli and a rapid 57 from Rohit Sharma paved the way for India's victory in the series-opener in Ranchi. Photograph: BCCI/X The chatter around......

Poise & Precision: How Jemimah Steered India Home

Displaying exceptional composure, Jemimah absorbed the pressure early, rotating the strike smartly before unfurling a series of crisp boundaries once set. IMAGE: An emotional Jemimah Rodrigues......

Arshdeep Rules Social Media!

IMAGE: Arshdeep Singh led the trolling brigade with Harshit Rana and Jitesh Sharma. Photograph: Kind courtesy Arshdeep Singh/Instagram Yorkers on the field, reels off it -- Arshdeep Singh is......

Why Players Loved Umpire Dickie Bird

Photograph: Kind courtesy Yorkshire County Cricket Club/X Legendary umpire Dickie Bird passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, leaving behind an unparalleled legacy in the sport.Bird......