Persepolis and Pyar-Mohabbat

Iran has long been a country of questions. Questions it has inspired in those within and without its borders. While America thrives in painting it as partof the axis of evil, its neighbours regard......

Bullish on Bihar: Go East, young man!

As someone who believes in economic cycles, I have become a believer in Bihar. If only for the negative thought that Bihar couldn't possibly get any worse. The news from the state is depressing......

WSJ managing editor to resign

Managing Editor of The Wall Street Journal, Marcus Brauchli, is expected resign after less than a year in the post, a media report said on Tuesday. The resignation could come on Tuesday, the New......

Of biryani, history and entrepreneurship

Did you know that there are over 26 varieties of biryani made in India?Or that biryani comes from the Persian word 'birian' which means 'fried before cooking'?Or that, though it is considered a......