Vietnam Emerges As India's Key Defence Partner

The 15th India-Vietnam Defence Dialogue signalled a move from routine talks to deeper cooperation, with new deals on submarine rescue and defence industry to support stability in the Indo-Pacific,......

Op Sindoor gave Pak a 'good dose' of caution: Rajnath Singh

Operation Sindoor gave Pakistan a "good dose" of caution and it will now think twice before attempting any "misadventure" against India, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday. IMAGE:......

Army moves to boost strike power with 120 km Pinaka upgrade

As part of efforts to further strengthen its long-range artillery capabilities post Operation Sindoor, the Indian Army is looking to induct 120 km strike range Pinaka rockets in a proposal worth......

'Voter Yatra' fails to deliver electoral gains for Mahagathbandhan

The Voter Adhikar Yatra, spearheaded by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Rashtriya Janata Dal's Tejashwi Yadav just weeks ahead of the Bihar assembly polls, proved ineffective electorally with the......

Two-wheeler Industry hits speed bump over ABS mandate

India's two-wheeler industry is seen growing 6-9% in 2026, though a proposed ABS mandate for sub-125cc models could push up prices and temper volumes. Kindly note the image have only been......

Sold Your Car? You're Still Liable...

A vehicle seller remains legally liable for any accident until the RTO officially updates the registration certificate, even if the vehicle was sold earlier. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff......

How Quick Commerce Is Reshaping Festive Gifting

India's gifting market is seeing its biggest festive season yet, with sales through quick commerce platforms like Zepto, Blinkit and Instamart jumping 40%-50% year-on-year. Kindly note the images......

Can Global Superfood Makhana Survive Trump's Tariff?

'Traders and exporters will have to explore alternative markets.' IMAGE: Congress MP Rahul Gandhi along with Bihar Congress President Rajesh Kumar speaks to farmers in a makhana pond in Katihar,......

Actress Kamini Kaushal Dies At 98

IMAGE: Kamini Kaushal in Biraj Bahu. Kamini Kaushal, one of Hindi cinema's earliest female stars who began her career with the 1946 classic Neecha Nagar and went on to act in a host of films right......

Helen: The Lesser Known Actor

After spinning into the spotlight with the hit song-and-dance number Mera Naam Chin Chin Chu in Howrah Bridge (1958), Helen signed scores of films as a dancer.But Helen was raring to step out of......

The Salil Chowdhury You Never Knew

'At a time when there was little awareness of world music, playing western tunes on eastern instruments like the flute and the dholak, blending vocal polyphony with Indian folk and contemporary......

'Villains Are The Most Interesting To Design For'

'Every film had its challenges, but Mr India, Sadak and Gandhi were the toughest.' 'Mr India needed imagination, Sadak needed sensitivity and Gandhi demanded historical authenticity.' Photograph:......

Ignored for Ranji Trophy, Rana to lead Delhi in SMAT

IMAGE: Nitish Rana returned to Delhi after a stint at Uttar Pradesh. Photograph: BCCI Nitish Rana was on Saturday named captain of Delhi team for the upcoming Syed Musthaq Ali Trophy, beginning......

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Kohli, Pant shine as Delhi down Gujarat

IMAGE: Virat Kohli was named player of the match after he stroked a quickfire 77 from 61 balls against Gujarat. Photograph: DDCA/X Star batters Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant made solid fifties,......

Ajay Singh Continues Reign At BFI Helm

Singh will be joined by new secretary general Pramod Kumar of Uttar Pradesh, who succeeds Assam's Hemanta Kalita.  IMAGE: Ajay Singh secured 40 votes while his rival Jaslal Pradhan got 26......

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai, Delhi Fight Back On Day 1

Musheer, Lad tons rescue Mumbai IMAGE: Musheer Khan's century rescued Mumbai on Day 1 of the Ranji Trophy match against Himachal Pradesh on Saturday. Photograph: Musheer Khan/Instagram Opener......

Ranji Trophy: Karun notches second ton; Rahane flops

IMAGE: Karun Nair remained unbeaten on 142 at stumps on the opening day of their Group B Ranji Trophy match against Kerala, in Thiruvananthapuram, on Saturday. Photograph: ANI Photo......