The concept of 'fairness by rulers' is deeply ingrained in Indians and any weakening of this dents the legitimacy of the ruler, warns military historian Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).
Suneel pandey, who lives on the banks of the River Ganga in Kankhal, near Haridwar, says that the disaster unfolding in Uttrakhand is shocking, but hardly surprising.
Suneel pandey, who lives on the banks of the River Ganga in Kankhal, near Haridwar, says that the disaster unfolding in Uttrakhand is shocking, but hardly surprising.
As we celebrate Mother's Day this weekend, here are some goddesses Indians have worshipped over the centuries.
Modi said that unlike other parties that believe in keeping people weak so that their dependence on them never ends and their "crown" remains intact, the BJP believes in empowering them and making them independent.
The Ramayan offers important life lessons.
'She had a curiosity which she translated into action and was always open to new ideas and suggestions for the betterment of society.' Malti and Mudit Jain remember Indu Jain, the chairperson of the Times of India group, who passed into the ages last week.
Batting legend Sachin Tendulkar has made his singing debut with a track dedicated to the country's greatest cricketing stars, who have glorified the sport.
Djokovic may never feel the affections of the crowd savoured by Federer and Spaniard Rafael Nadal but his record of 16 Grand Slam titles is proof that tennis is no popularity contest.
Bharti seeks divine intervention before her Goa wedding.
Discover a hidden gem in Mumbai where you'll find the city's best brownies.
Celebrity chef Nigella Lawson's food pics is a treat the soul.
International hip-hop artiste Raja Kumari talks about fighting criticism, her love for India and finding the country's next big talent.
They visited the temple yesterday on their wedding anniversary.
Draped in a saree matching the colour of her background, the actor was seen lending a hand to women working in a wheat field, carrying bundles of freshly harvested crop.
'I was in China and when they learnt I had made Disco Dancer, they started singing Jimmy Jimmy, Aaja Aaja.'
'If he gets a couple of early wickets, he will be a different bowler but things may not go as per plan. It might take some time for him to get back the rhythm.'
Namrata Thakker shows us why B-town beauties swear by this man.
Dear Friend is for those who idealised Dil Chahta Hai all out of proportion, and then warmed up to the premise that friendship could be a lot more complicated, and transient, observes Sreehari Nair.
If Rafael Nadal's Australian Open semi-final win over Greek sensation Stefanos Tsitsipas was one-sided, Novak Djokovic showed he could be even more brutal in his victory against Lucas Pouille on Friday.
Meet the best-dressed models and celebs on Day One of the film festival.
The actor flaunted her washboard abs on the ramp.
On the occasion of Maha Shivratri, a giant Trimurti made of margarine (butter), has been built at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Mumbai.
The lamp has a round base decorated with beautiful patterns. It has slender and intricately -- designed ornamental stem with branches taking off at three levels.
Subhash K Jha lists five relatively unknown Asha Bhosle classics on her birthday.
Presenting the best dressed celebs who walked the red carpet at the Nykaa Femina Beauty Awards.
'Second-class citizenship would have been meaningless to a Hindu in the Mughal empire.'
A weekly roundup of the best and worst styles from the celebrity circuit. Scroll down to take a look!
The 14th edition of Fevicol Caring with Style was held in Mumbai.
With the 'bhoomi pujan' for a temple at the spot where many devout Hindus believe Lord Ram was born, priests are enlivened with the hope that their Badhi Devkaali Mandir too will get footfalls from far and wide.
Bidding for a record-extending ninth Australian Open title, the world number one and double-defending champion remains the runaway favourite at his favourite Grand Slam where he once remarked that he felt touched by the "divine".
Kohli spent the day with his wife in the mountains.
You have to see what Ranveer is wearing!
'Instead of developing the capacity, capability and strength to fight our external enemies, we are turning our own people against each other.'
Daring brides, are you ready for these wedding looks!
After several years of travelling, Guru Nanak settled down at Kartarpur as a farmer. His followers were the first Sikhs of an order that was to prevail for many years to come. A fascinating excerpt from Sikh Heritage: A History of Valour and Devotion.
