A diehard socialist and a complex bundle of contradictions

In George Fernandes’s passing, many will mourn him -- even those who disagreed vehemently with him, writes Aditi Phadnis. IMAGE: George Fernandes always fought traditional trajectories.......

Airbus payout adds new twist in Rafale vs Eurofighter deal

Airbus' $99 million payout puts a new light on Eurofighter's 'unsolicited bid' to the Modi government, reducing the cost of the Typhoon fighter by 20 per cent, making it in retrospect significantly......

Note ban 'most terrible' decision of Modi government: Chidambaram

Opposition in Rajya Sabha on Thursday tore into the government for presenting a “disappointing” budget, with Congress leader P Chidambaram terming note ban as the “most......

VOTE: Who made the biggest impact in 2015?

The year 2015 witnessed many major events in India. A few people/events were at the forefront, scripting history and dictating opinions. Take a look and don’t forget to make your pick for the......

Chocolate connoisseur? Interesting facts you must know

Currently a ton of cocoa costs about $1,845 (€1,500) at the exchange, $25,610 (€20,821) at big chocolate producers like Barry Callebaut and $32,082 (€26,083) in the shop. Image: A......

The richest countries in the world

India’s exponential growth in the last decade has made it the 10th largest economy in the world. But it lacks far behind (ranks 163) when you look at the richest economies in the world.......

Reviving the world economy - G20 and beyond

Battered by the most severe crisis since the Great Depression, there were high hopes that the meeting of the 20 most powerful world leaders in London on April 2 would provide a significant impetus......

India is brimming with leadership: Nilekani

Imagining India: Ideas for the New Century, Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani's first book, has made waves for the informed discussion it has initiated on the future of this great nation. In......

Breakdancing gets provisional okay for 2024 Olympics

The Paris 2024 organising committee in February proposed surfing, skateboarding and sport climbing as well as breakdancing for inclusion in the Games. IMAGE: Thomas Bach, President of the......

Sports Shorts: Sharma in joint lead at CIMB, eyes maiden PGA Tour title

A summary of sports events and persons who made news on Saturday  Shubhankar Sharma was in joint lead after 54 holes for the second time in a PGA Tour event, as he carded 6-under 66 to reach......

FIFA World Cup diary: Tite angrily denies any contact with Real Madrid

IMAGE: Brazil caoch Tite during a training session. Photograph: Matthew Childs/Action Images via Reuters Brazil coach Tite angrily denied on Saturday that he had been in contact with Real Madrid......

Football Briefs: Argentina's Lanzini ruled out of World Cup

IMAGE: Argentina's Manuel Lanzini. Photograph: Agustin Marcarian/Reuters Argentina midfielder Manuel Lanzini will miss the World Cup after injuring a knee in training. "Manuel Lanzini suffered, in......

Preview: Who's going to take the Euro 2016 Cup home?

IMAGE: Thomas Mueller celebrates with his teammates scoring during the EURO 2016 Qualifier between Scotland and Germany at Hamden Park in Glasgow. Photograph: Mark Runnacles/Getty Images. Bigger......