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Canada-based man held for running SUV over Fauja Singh

A Canada-based man, who allegedly hit world's oldest marathoner Fauja Singh fatally while driving an SUV, was arrested and sent to judicial custody, with officials saying the accused had returned......

Violent protests against Waqf Act rock parts of Bengal

Protests against the Waqf Act rocked parts of West Bengal on Friday, as agitators set ablaze vehicles, disrupted vehicular and rail movement, with a few policemen suffering injuries while trying to......

Patnaik steps in as anger over BJD's flipflop on Waqf continues

As a section of Biju Janata Dal leaders are still unhappy with the party's flipflop over supporting the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, the regional outfit's president Naveen Patnaik held a meeting with......

3 Cheers For These Navy Lady Officers!

Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A have successfully crossed the most dangerous passage in their historic 8-month sailing expedition around the earth IMAGE: Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K,......

The Ladies Who Will Sail Into History

Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A will remain at sea for 8 months.They will rely on wind power, do the repairs on the boat themselves and navigate some the world's most treacherous waters.......

'Problem Is Not Family-Owned Businesses'

'Instead of one or two families controlling 10% to 15% of GDP, it has to be broad based. Then, the resilience of the economy also will be higher.''Then, if something happens to one business, it......

Labour Pains, The Silent Crisis Undermining India's Infrastructure Boom

Severe skilled, unskilled shortage threatens to pull emergency brakes on India's industrial engine. Kindly note the images has only been published for representational purposes. All photographs:......

Unlisted Shares Market Is Buzzing

The dealers operating in the space have jumped nearly three times over the past two years. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com On May 10, after a typical workday, three young colleagues......

How Chandra plans to tackle the 2 key challenges of Tata group

At the end of 2018-19, the Tata group had a consolidated debt of Rs 2.77 trillion. Tatas not only plan to avoid big-ticket acquisitions for now, the group's main focus will be on improving key......

Here's how tax exemption hike on housing loan interest benefits you

A person in the 30% income tax bracket with a Rs 40 lakh home loan at 9% interest rate would, under the Rs 3.5 lakh interest exemption, will save Rs 105,000 in tax in the first year, against Rs......

'We Have Been Validated Yet Again'

'The country that does most of the visual effects, more than any other country, is India.''There are more Indians working on VFX in any major Hollywood film than there are in Indian films.' IMAGE:......

Such a mess! Chaubey & Co get an earful from minister

The minister started by asking how Indian football ended up in such a mess, a question which did not fetch any clear answers from those present. IMAGE: Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya......

Djokovic wins 101st title, withdraws from ATP Finals

IMAGE: Novak Djokovic celebrates after winning his final match against Italy's Lorenzo Musetti. Photograph: Louiza Vradi/Reuters Seven-times ATP Finals champion Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from......

The Turbaned Tornado: Fauja Singh's Inspiring Life

IMAGE: Fauja Singh's story of strength began long after time slows down for most, especially those who have been mauled by the life's many tragedies. Photograph: Kiren Rijiju X/ANI It's never too......

Kipyegon misses sub-4 mile, but vows to try again

'I know one day, one time, a woman will run under four. I will not lose hope' IMAGE: Faith Kipyegon’s 4:06 mile not ratified. Photograph: Nike/X Kenya's Faith Kipyegon fell short in her attempt......

Nageeye steals the show in NYC marathon

IMAGE: Netherlands' Abdi Nageeye crosses the finish line to win the men's elite race. Photograph: Andrew Kelly/Reuters Dutchman Abdi Nageeye survived a tense battle through the final mile to win......