5 Lashkar terrorists among 6 ultras killed in 2 encounters in J-K

Six terrorists were killed in two separate encounters with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir on Friday, officials said. IMAGE: Security personnel at the site after an encounter with terrorists,......

Quotas: Band-Aids Not The Solution

Our caste warriors will not even ask these questions, let alone explore better solutions to address the problems of inequality and skewed life outcomes, argues R Jagannathan. Illustration:......

'The 36 days in jail made Varavara Rao a star'

'I asked him why were he and other writers being targeted.''I saw his point of view, that he and others being writers, their work was popular and well-appreciated by people, especially the......

How 'Namo Bharat' will transform Delhi-Meerut commute

Semi-high-speed 'Namo Bharat' train services on the 17-km priority section of India's first Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) rail corridor will be opened for people from Saturday morning.......

'Subrata Roy was arbitraging between India and Bharat'

'The India which was all about glamour and razzmatazz through which he could earn the trust of people of the other India, which was Bharat.' IMAGE: Subrata Roy with his employees. Photograph:......

The Political Mindset On Jobs Needs Change

The challenge is to enhance opportunities for people to generate livelihoods through entrepreneurship, both big and small, argues R Jagannathan. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com   A......

When The Party Ends And Reality's Cold Light Shines Through...

There will be a lot to repair and rejuvenate -- if that opportunity even presents itself, warns Rathin Roy. IMAGE: Women pose for a selfie with Rs 2,000 notes prior to exchanging it at a bank in......

Devika Bulchandani has shattered the glass ceiling for good

IMAGE: Devika Bulchandani, Global CEO Ogilvy. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com   Ogilvy, one of the world's leading advertising agencies, will for the first time have an Indian-origin......

Captain America Chris Evans Weds

IMAGE: Alba Baptista and Chris Evans. Photographs: Axel Schmidt/Pool RC2G0O98DP2S/Reuters. Maja Smiejkowska/Reuters Captain America: The First Avenger actor Chris Evans has tied the knot with......

Did Sinead O'Connor Die By Suicide?

IMAGE: Sinead O'Connor in the Nothing Compares 2 U video Sinead O'Connor, the gifted Irish singer-songwriter who became a superstar in her mid-20s and was known as much for her private struggles......

'I had only three months to live'

'I don't care what opinion people have of me. I am God's favourite child.' IMAGE: Sherlyn Chopra will be next seen in Ekta Kapoor's Web series Paurashpur Season 2. All Photographs: Kind courtesy......

'The Universe gives everything to everybody; it is up to you to pick it up'

'There is no caste or religion in this industry. There is only talent.' IMAGE: Lakshmi in Sweet Kaaram Coffee. When you call Lakshmi, her caller tune is Bhool Gaya Sab Kuch from Julie, in which......

Vishy Anand in awe of 'golden generation of Indian chess'

IMAGE: The Indian quartet of D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa, Arjun Erigaisi and Vidit Gujarathi entered the last eight stage of the FIDE Chess World Cup last week. Praggnanandhaa is now playing World......

Naomi Osaka, Ashleigh Barty Become Moms

Photograph: Kind courtesy Naomi Osaka/Instagram Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka, 25, and her rapper boyfriend Cordae welcomed a baby girl in Los Angeles. People magazine confirmed that......

Mama-To-Be Serena Steals the Show at Met Gala 2023

Ace tennis player Serena Williams revealed her second pregnancy at the Met Gala 2023 red carpet. Photographs: Kind Courtesy Serena Williams/Instagram Serena wore a fitted black gown with a white......

'I've seen God and he bats at No 4 for India in Tests'

As Sachin Tendulkar turns 50, here are memorable words spoken about the batting legend by teammates, ex-cricketers, commentators and opposition. "Tendulkar is to cricket what Michael Jordan is to......

'What we will miss is the competition'

'It's not just the wins and losses, but the competition is something they live for.''That will be missing whatever Sania takes up.' IMAGE: Sania Mirza and Martina Hingis with the Wimbledon women's......