Sukhbir Badal escapes attempt on life at Golden Temple; ex-terrorist held

Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal escaped a bid on his life on Wednesday when a former Khalistani terrorist fired from a close range at Punjab's ex-chief minister at the Golden......

Man who shot at Badal faces multiple police cases

Former terrorist Narain Singh Chaura, who opened fire at Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal outside the Golden Temple but missed the target, is facing multiple cases and also had a role......

You are a corrupt person: SC to Bengal ex-minister Partha Chatterjee

The Supreme Court on Wednesday told former West Bengal minister Partha Chatterjee, held in an alleged cash-for-job scam in the state, "On the face of it you are a corrupt person. Crores of rupees......

Alert Punjab cop thwarted Badal's murder bid

Prompt action by an alert Punjab cop on Wednesday helped thwart a murderous bid on Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal outside the Golden Temple in Amritsar. IMAGE: Accused shooter......

Strong order book to stand defence major Bharat Electronics in good stead

A robust margin performance in the September quarter (Q2FY25) led to a 12 per cent rise in the stock of defence major Bharat Electronics (BEL). While the stock has given up most of those gains in......

Strong Q2 performance, growth outlook drive gains for Info Edge stock

The stock of online classified major Info Edge (India) was up over 6 per cent on Friday on expectations of demand improvement for Indian IT companies. Strong revenue growth prospects for each of......

Prosperity Is Not India's Birth Right

If growth reverts to the pre-Covid level, a lot of people may have to temper their rosy optimism, points out Debashis Basu. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com   What seemed like a......

Goodbye Skipper!

'He asserted in his usual jovial style that he was not an MBA like his audience at IIM-Ahmedabad but perhaps had an even better business degree: MBB'.'He went on to explain to his perplexed, blue......

OTT's 10 Best Male Performances of 2024

Actors get enviably good roles in series and films on streaming platforms. Many of them get a fan following without even doing a feature film. That is the reason why movie stars are gravitating......

Nargis Fakhri's Sister Arrested For Murder

Photograph: Kind courtesy Nargis Fakhri/Instagram Nargis Fakhri's sister Aliya, 43, has been arrested in the US for 'deliberately setting a deadly fire' in a garage on November 2 and killing her......

The Women We Loved In 2024

Let's be honest, 2024 in Hindi cinema is not one for the books. Between utter tripe and unmemorable, I found just a glimmer of hope sparking my interest on occasions too few and far between.......

'I'm The Surprise Package Of Housefull 5'

'The Zomato delivery guy wants to click a picture with you.''My car has gone for servicing so I ended up going in rickshaws and they recognise me from ads.''When I'm walking my dog, people stop by......

Gambhir set to rejoin Team India in Australia

IMAGE: Gautam Gambhir wasn't present during India's two-day match against Prime Minister's XI. Photograph: BCCI India head coach Gautam Gambhir will rejoin the touring party on Tuesday after......

Bumrah a long-term captaincy option, says Pujara

'I think he has the capability of leading the team and he's a team's man.' IMAGE: In the absence of regular skipper Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah led India to their most dominant win in Australia,......

How Siraj Rediscovered His Love For Bowling

'Jassibhai told me "Don't run after wickets, just keep bowling consistently in one area and enjoy your bowling".' IMAGE: Mohammed Siraj celebrates a wicket during the first Test against Australia......

'Ishan, you'll always be MI's pocket dynamo'

We knew it was difficult to get Ishan back from auction due to his skill set: Hardik Pandya IMAGE: Ishan Kishan was snapped up by last season's finalists Sunrisers Hyderabad for Rs 11.25 crore as......

'Bumrah commands respect in dressing room'

  IMAGE: Washington Sundar was the only standout bowler during India series whitewash at the hands of New Zealand last month. Photograph: BCCI No one can take away the "phenomenal......