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US toughens stand, slaps sanctions on Putin, other leaders in rare move

In a rare move, the US has slapped sanctions on Russian President Vladimir Putin and his foreign minister Sergey Lavrov, holding them 'directly responsible' for Moscow's 'unprovoked and unlawful'......

Solution to LAC row has to be found in diplomacy: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said he is 'totally convinced' that a solution to the India-China border row has to be found in the domain of diplomacy. Jaishankar also......

HAL's Light Combat Helicopters deployed for operations in Leh

The Hindustan Aeronautics Limited said on Wednesday two Light Combat Helicopters (LCH) produced by it have been deployed for operations at high altitude (Leh sector) at short notice to......

Biocon drug gets nod for use in moderate to severe COVID-19 patients

Biotechnology major Biocon on Saturday announced that its 'breakthrough drug', Itolizumab has received Drugs Controller General of India's (DCGI) approval for its use in moderate to......

Covid: Anthropologists fear for safety of low-immunity Andaman tribes

Forbidding clouds have gathered over the scenic Andaman and Nicobar Islands with six cases of deadly COVID-19 being reported so far, raising fears about the five endangered tribes getting......

Eminent economist Isher Judge Ahluwalia passes away

Her research was focused on urban development, macro-economic reforms, industrial development, and social sector development issues in India. Eminent economist Isher Judge Ahluwalia, a recipient......

Move over Innova Crysta, Mahindra Marazzo will soon be here!

Marazzo in Basque means ‘shark’, and the sleek beast is what the design of Mahindra’s new Multi Utility Vehicle is based on. Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com reports from the Marazzo's......

Achche din in 2018 as World Bank projects 7.3 per cent growth rate

A report stated that despite initial setbacks from demonetisation and Goods and Services Tax, “all in all” the Indian economy has done well. With an “ambitious government......

Ease of doing biz: 'Eventually we will be among the top 50 countries'

'We will focus on newer reforms and better communication.' 'GST has already been acknowledged as a significant reform.' Ramesh Abhishek, bottom, left, secretary, Department of Industrial Policy......

7 sedans with the BEST mileage

Car makers are either tweaking their existing engines or developing new powertrains to attain maximum mileage numbers and attract more buyers. A complete and traditional car is basically a......

Oscars 2021: Nomadland wins BIG!

A quick look at the winners of the 93rd Annual Academy Awards, listed in bold. IMAGE: Peter Spears, Frances McDormand, Chloe Zhao, Mollye Asher and Dan Janvey win Best Picture for......

Golden Globes 2020: Renee Zellweger wins

The 77th Annual Golden Globe awards have been announced. There were a few surprises and some expected nods. This year's Carol Burnett Award was presented to Ellen DeGeneres and the honorary Cecil B......

Kanika Kapoor, Gauahar Khan, Ayushmann at Mirchi Music Awards

It was time for the music industry to take over the red carpet! The music industry made sure to make its presence felt at the Mirchi Music Awards, held over the weekend in Mumbai. Quite a few......

The Jurassic World Contest: Win COOL Prizes!

All you have to do is answer a simple question! Now, here's you're chance to watch Jurassic World on television. The film, starring our very own Irrfan Khan, is set in the fictional island of......

PIX: Lisa Ray holidays in Lebanon

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities: Model-turned-actress Lisa Ray is holidaying in Lebanon with hubby Jason Dehni. The 44-year-old year cancer survivor shared......

K L Rahul, Kishan in India's World Cup squad; SKY retained

IMAGE: The Rohit Sharma-led Indian team will be aiming to emulate Mahendra Singh Dhoni and his team's feat of winning the 2011 World Cup at home. Photograph: BCCI Fit-again K L......

Diamond League: Neeraj looks to maintain unbeaten streak

IMAGE: Just days after being crowned World Champion, Neeraj Chopra set to compete in the Diamond League meet in Zurich. Photograph: Alina Smutko/Reuters Newly-crowned world champion Neeraj......

World Athletics: Neeraj Chopra wins GOLD!

IMAGE: Neeraj Chopra poses with the gold medal after winning the men's javelin throw event at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest on Sunday. Photograph: Kai Pfaffenbach/Reuters......

ODI World Cup: Morgan picks India as favourites ahead of England

IMAGE: Former England skipper Eoin Morgan said India will be the favourites of the big tournament. Photograph: John Sibley/Reuters Eoin Morgan is the defending world cup winning captain having led......

Injured Venus determined to be fit for US Open

IMAGE: Venus Williams's dedication and resilience shine through as she remains committed to making a strong comeback on the grand stage. Photograph: Cara Owsley-USA TODAY Sports/File photo Venus......

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