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They Fought To The Last Man For India

On November 18, 1962, 114 soldiers of the 13th Kumaon fought till the last man, and last bullet, in sub-zero temperatures, to beat back the huge Chinese army. We salute the Heroes of Rezang La.......

The World Nature Photographs Of The Year

From stunning animal portraits to captivating glimpses of behaviour in their natural habitat, the World Nature Photography Awards contest showcases the intricate relationship between animals,......

After Moon and Sun, ISRO's next frontier: astronomy

After the launch of Chandrayaan-3 Moon lander and Aditya-L1 ventures, Indian Space Research Organisation has readied a mission aimed at enhancing cutting edge scientific understanding in Astronomy.......

ISRO set to launch satellite to study black holes

Off to a flying start, Indian Space Research Organisation on Monday ushered in 2024 with the successful launch of its first X-Ray Polarimeter Satellite that would offer insights into black holes in......

Why MamataDi Won Bengal

'Women are likely to have voted because of the numerous welfare schemes. The CAA consolidated minority votes and the BJP's booth-level organisation in Bengal is weak.' IMAGE: Trinamool Congress......

Simone Tata: The Vision Behind Lakm

In a country where wearing lipstick could still invite disapproval, Simone Tata understood that Lakmé's future depended on shifting attitudes. IMAGE: Simone Tata. Photograph: Kind courtesy X ......

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......

'We Judge Stars So Quickly'

'We love them but the moment we hear something about them, we are done.' IMAGE: Sharmila Tagore and Uttam Kumar in Amanush. Bengal cinema's biggest star in his lifetime, Uttam Kumar made many......

Om Puri's Life In Pictures

Om Puri would have been 75 in October. We look back at his early years through these 16 pictures from his life. Photograph: Kind courtesy Nandita Puri Born in Ambala into a family of modest means,......

Why Simi Garewal Went Topless For Siddhartha

'I don't see what the fuss was about.' IMAGE: Simi Garewal with Shashi Kapoor in Siddhartha. Conrad Rooks' adaptation of Herman Hesse's cult novel Siddhartha, which was released in 1972, is best......

Chakra Becomes Zubeen Garg's Last Legacy on Screen

'The heavens are intoxicated with his charm now. Zubeen will keep singing in peace.' IMAGE: Zubeen Garg died at 52 in an accident in Singapore on September 19, 2025. Photograph: ANI Photo Victor......

Asrani Kept Amitabh On His Toes

Asrani may have never been a marquee name up in sparkling lights or on outsized posters but the sheer proficiency with which he realised his characters has unleashed gales of laughter over five......

NBA stars among dozens arrested in illegal gambling probe

IMAGE: Terry Rozier, a guard with the Miami Heat, was one of several National Basketball Association insiders who allegedly provided non-public information about upcoming games to their criminal......

Bhat stars as India colts edge Indonesia in friendly

IMAGE: The second friendly between India and Indonesia will take place on October 13. Photograph: Indian Football/X The India U-23 men's team defeated Indonesia 2-1 in the first of two......

Chennai Grand Masters: Nihal Sarin shocks Arjun Erigaisi

IMAGE: Nihal Sarin Shines in Chennai Masters Round 4. Photograph: Kind Courtesy MGD1 Nihal Sarin lit up Round 4 of the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters 2025 with a hard-fought win over compatriot......

Chennai GM: Vidit outclassed; Keymer stretches lead

IMAGE: German GM Vincent Keymer edged closer to his maiden title with a win over American GM Awonder Liang in Round 7 of the Chennai Grand Masters on Wednesday. Photograph: Chennai Grand Masters/X......

Freestyle Chess: Praggnanandhaa stuns World No 1 Carlsen

IMAGE: R Praggnanandhaa outclassed World No 1 Magnus Carlsen to finish tied for the first spot on 4.5 points out of a possible seven in his group and advance to the quarter-finals. Photograph:......