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Dr Ambedkar's 1956 Buddhist Revolution

On October 14, 1956, Dr B R Ambedkar, fulfilling his long-held vow to renounce Hinduism, embraced Buddhism along with over 500,000 followers at Nagpur's Deekshabhoomi, marking a new era of social......

'Israel Uses Starvation As A Weapon In Gaza'

'The ruling elite are supporting those attacking the people of Gaza.''As a nation we should not cooperate with the oppressor regime that is allowing mass starvation as a weapon of war.' IMAGE:......

Modi launches India's first vertical lift sea bridge in TN, Stalin opts out

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated the Pamban sea bridge, providing rail link between Rameswaram island and the mainland and flagged off the new Rameswaram-Tambaram (Chennai) train......

Rest In Peace, Voice Of America

What despots and dictators, jammers and competitors, had not managed to do in 83 years -- what the Soviet Union had failed to counter during the Cold War; what China had failed to crush during the......

The World's First Suicide Bomber

On the night of July 5, the Tigers launched their first kamikaze operation.Miller took the wheels of the explosive-packed truck, smiled at everyone as he turned the ignition key and drove it slowly......

Economist Kalpana Kochhar to retire from IMF in July

Indian economist Kalpana Kochhar, who heads the Human Resources Department of the International Monetary Fund, is leaving the organisation to join the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the IMF......

From Microsoft to Jackfruit 365!

'I knew there was a huge business opportunity, but it was Dr Kalam who made me jump into it as an entrepreneur.' IMAGE: James Joseph. Photographs: Kind courtesy James Joseph. From Microsoft......

Indo-Pak cricket series to be a money-spinner for big hitters

India-Pak face-off saw brands pay up to Rs 20 lakh in last-minute spot buying, during the ICC Cricket World Cup. Image: Virat Kohli speaks to Pakistan captain Misbah-ul Haq. Photograph: Getty......

Indian Heroes In Hollywood On OTT

In the new Tom Harper film, Heart of Stone, Alia Bhatt plays a pivotal role alongside Gal Gadot. She is the latest in a small line of Bollywood stars who have made a dent in Hollywood. In the old......

The Only Thing Aparshakti Wants To Change In His Life

'Much as I feel on top of the world after being a part of a special series like Jubilee, I would say my biggest achievement so far has been spreading happiness around.' IMAGE: Aparshakti Khurana......

Will Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan Be A Blockbuster?

A great story-teller, Mani Ratnam is experimenting with a real-life historical in Ponniyin Selvan, points out N Sathiya Moorthy. IMAGE: Vikram as Aditya Karikalan in Ponniyin Selvan. Now that Mani......

The Family Man 2 review

Manoj Bajpayee simply lives, and loves, the role -- of a man who life is fast passing by, and who continues to live the lie of a simple government servant, observes Saisuresh Sivaswamy. What do......

Pakistan pacer Naseem to play SL ODIs despite firing at home

IMAGE: Unknown assailants fired at the gate of Naseem Shah's family home; no one at the residence was reported to be injured. Photograph: ANI Photo Pakistan fast bowler Naseem Shah will stay with......

Women's WC: Sciver-Brunt, Ecclestone combine to demolish Sri Lanka

IMAGE: With three wins in as many matches, England top the eight-team standings with six points. Photograph: ICC Cricket World Cup/X SCORECARD Skipper Nat Sciver-Brunt's record fifth Women's......

Property dispute behind firing at Naseem Shah's home

IMAGE: Pakistan pacer Naseem Shah is set to play the SL ODIs despite the firing at his ancestral home. Photograph: PCB/X The firing incident at the ancestral home of Pakistan cricketer Naseem......

How Guwahati Welcomed the Women's World Cup Trophy

IMAGE: Fans pose with the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 trophy during the Trophy Tour with DP World in Guwahati. Photograph: ICC Guwahati’s cricketing spirit took center stage as it played......

'Gill Is Sending The Right Signal'

'It would have been understandable if, after a gruelling tour where five Test matches were crammed into a little over six weeks, he had opted to rest.' IMAGE: Shubhman Gill will lead North Zone in......