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US stopping India from buying cheap oil: Russian FM

Lavrov said that the US has set itself the objective of 'achieving economic domination', adding further to it that Americans want to control the routes to leading countries to provide its energy...

'Mohabbat ki dukaan' leaders chant 'Modi teri kabr khudegi': Modi slams Cong

The PM fiercely criticises the Congress party for their inability to accept electoral defeats, while showcasing his government's accomplishments and vision for a developed India by 2047. IMAGE:...

J-K border village girl to lead all-male CRPF contingent on R-Day

Just a few kilometres from the Line of Control, the people of Rajouri in Jammu and Kashmir are eagerly looking forward to celebrating a special achievement this Republic Day as Simran Bala, who...

'We Can't Trust The Manipur Government'

'Whether we like it or not, we have been separated by the Meiteis and therefore we have put up our demand for a separate administration in the form of a Union territory with legislature.''For us...

BJP MP displays artificial legs in RS, appeals to Opposition

BJP member C Sadanandan, in a dramatic moment that caused uproar, displayed his artificial limbs in the Rajya Sabha while highlighting what he called the intolerance of CPI-M workers....

UP ramps up services to achieve $50 bn export goal, eyes $1-trn economy

To meet its $50-billion export target by 2030, the Uttar Pradesh government is looking to significantly scale up services sector, with a focus on Information Technology (IT) and Global Capability...

Maruti Suzuki onboards 5 early-stage startups to create tech solutions

The five startups - AugurAI, Aatral, Zen Mobility, Indus Vision, and Proxgy - have been selected from the fourth cohort of the Maruti Suzuki Incubation Program, run in partnership with IIM...

What's Choking India's Capital Markets

'Large firms and their interests can dominate the narrative, even as smaller stakeholders and retail investors struggle to be heard.''Regulators therefore require deep subject-matter expertise to...

Budget 2026 lays blueprint for a future-ready digital ecosystem

The Budget reinforces existing missions like India AI Mission and National Quantum Mission but a lot more is needed to truly accelerate innovation. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff Key Points...

India-EU pact weaves new hope into $100 bn textile export dream

India aims to double apparel exports to Europe to $11 billion in 5 years. The deal could also play a crucial role in helping India achieve its ambitious target of $100 billion in textile and...

'Nothing Left For Arijit Singh To Achieve'

'We should allow Arijit Singh to do what he wants.' IMAGE: Arijit Singh with Dutch DJ Martin Garrix. Photograph: Kind courtesy Arijit Singh/Instagram Key Points Arijit Singh announced his...

Exclusive! Susan Polgar: Queen Of Chess Is Powerful

Queen of Chess is a moving and powerful sports documentary about the highest-rated woman player in the history of chess.'For me, it is a deeply personal reminder of where we came from, and what it...

20 Arijit Singh Chartbusters For Your Playlist

When one of the most adored voices of India decided to hang up his boots as far as playback singing is concerned, fans and fraternity went in a tizzy.Sukanya Verma tells you why. Saving the Hindi...

How Ikkis Reimagines The War Hero

'Sriram Raghavan treats the story leading up to Arun Khetarpal's march at Basantar as an excuse to look closely at the unspoken codes of manhood and patriotism and courage that govern people in the...

Ashakal Aayiram Review: Watch It For Jayaram!

Ashakal Aayiram can be celebrated for the return to form for Jayaram, who owns every scene he is in, but the film around him drags and drags, with no end in sight, notes Arjun Menon. Key Points...

'Not achieved anything': FIFA boss Infantino supports lifting ban on Russia

IMAGE: Russia has been suspended from international football since the country invaded Ukraine in February 2022. Photograph: Football National Team of Russia/X Key Points Russian clubs and the...

'What will Pakistan achieve by not sending team for T20 World Cup?'

IMAGE: Pakistan Cricket Board is considering boycotting the high-profile match against India scheduled for February 15 in Colombo in solidarity with Bangladesh. Photograph: ANI Photo Key Points...

'We achieved our aim of being more aggressive in T20s'

IMAGE: India captain Harmanpreet Kaur bats during the 3rd T20I against Sri Lanka, at Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram, on Friday. Photograph: BCCI Captain Harmanpreet Kaur said...

Olympic embarrassment: Damaged medals shock winners at Milano Games

Milano Cortina 2026 organisers have announced a solution to repair the defective Olympic medals that were falling apart, ensuring athletes receive the high-quality symbol of their achievement....

T20 World Cup: First Ball, First wicket! Nepal's Debutant Stuns England

Sher Malla etched his name in Nepalese cricket history with a stunning first-ball wicket on his T20 World Cup debut. IMAGE: Nepal's Sher Malla makes a dream debut against England. Photograph: Kind...

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