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At $84 bn, India ranks fourth in 2023 military spend: SIPRI report

India was the fourth largest military spender globally in 2023 with an expenditure of $83.6 billion, behind the US, China and Russia, according to a report by an independent international......

'There's Pro-Incumbency Wave In Odisha'

'The BJP is not as mighty a political force in Odisha as it is made out to be.' Arup Patnaik, the former Mumbai police commissioner, will take on the Bharatiya Janata Party's Dr Sambit......

President Xi launches cyber warfare wing for Chinese military

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday launched an information support force, a new wing of the People's Liberation Army, which he said will be a strategic branch, a key pillar and a vital power in......

Memes the weapon of choice as election wars go digital

From attacking political opponents to raising awareness among the electorate, colourful memes, including many drawing humorous elements from popular Bollywood films, have flooded social media as......

Modi's Edifice Complex

To understand Modi, listen to what he does not say, suggests Prem Panicker. IMAGE: Bharatiya Janata Party leaders Narendra D Modi, Amit A Shah, Rajnath Singh, Nirmala Sitharaman and J P Nadda......

Adani shrugs off Hindenburg effect, back to rapid expansion spree

Adani group opened a $1.2 billion copper plant, bought a port in Odisha, raised stakes in a cement company and stitched an alliance with rival Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries, all in a matter......

Why's Mukesh Ambani Betting Big On Media

Could it be about clout? Given its size and influence, RIL doesn't need the media for that, notes Vanita Kohli-Khandekhar. Kindly note the image has been published only for representational......

Future of digital payments in India

'The focus needs to shift towards the ability to collect payments, particularly in tier-3 to tier-4 areas where acceptance is still lacking.' IMAGE: Cutlery vendor switches on Paytm at a roadside......

Aavesham: The Psycho As Self-Designated Guardian

Watching Aavesham is like sprinting through the whole history of our mass-masala movies and seeing it in a new light, notes Sreehari Nair.And this, incidentally, is the story of Fahadh Faasil's......

'My face is my greatest USP'

'My tool is the way I look. This is the only thing that distinguishes me.' 'Most of us dress similarly. What sets you apart is your face. If you change that also, you're like anybody else.' IMAGE:......

Scoop: Was Prince Andrew Really Guilty?

Scoop seems like they conclude he is, but Vaihayasi Pande Daniel recommends that you watch the film to find out for yourselves. IMAGE: Keeley Hawes, left, plays Amanda Thirsk, Prince Andrew's......

Madhubala-Dilip Kumar To Star In 2025 Movie?

Digital ghosts have opened a new can of worms for digital experts. IMAGE: Carrie Fisher's digital ghost in Star Wars 5. In July 2023, the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and......

'Yesterday was traumatic, today is serene'

Photograph: Kind courtesy Manisha Koirala/Instagram It's an emotional time for Manisha Koirala, as she stars in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Web series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar. The actor had......

Candidates champ Gukesh returns to hero's welcome

History-making teen Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh was swamped by fans as he returned to an enthusiastic reception in Chennai on Thursday after becoming the youngest challenger to the world......

'Sachin Paaji is like a god'

IMAGE: Former Indian all-rounder Yuvraj Singh said it was his dream come true to be friends with Sachin Tendulkar. Photograph: Philip Brown/Reuters Wishes poured in for the legendary Sachin......

Bonmati and Djokovic win top Laureus awards

IMAGE: Novak Djokovic bagged the top men's award this year. Photographs: Violeta Santos Moura/Reuters Spain's World Cup winning midfielder Aitana Bonmati was named the Sportswoman of the Year,......

Rohit and Virat should open at T20 World Cup: Ganguly

IMAGE: While Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will be an ideal opening combination for India, former India skipper Sourav Ganguly also reckons that Kohli has the ability to hit a 40-ball century in......

I've paid emotional price for switching from Congress to BJP: Vijender Singh

IMAGE: Vijender Singh made a political switch, moving to BJP from Congress. Photograph: ANI Boxer-cum-politician Vijender Singh has said he has no qualms about admitting that he has paid an......

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