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Rs 14,000 crore from World Bank used in Bihar polls: Jan Suraaj

Jan Suraaj Spokesperson and one of the key architects of the Party, Pavan Verma, levelled serious allegations that funds from the World Bank meant for some other project were diverted for the Bihar......

The Putin Visit: The US-Pakistan Connection

Luckily for us, a Russia that is desperate to stay relevant in an emerging multipolar world finds in India a reliable geostrategic partner. The Russian proximity to India also keeps China from......

Bhopal gas anniversary rally sparks row over effigy; organisers booked

An effigy became a bone of contention at a rally staged on Wednesday to mark the 41st anniversary of the Bhopal gas tragedy with the Bharatiya Janata Party alleging it depicted an Rashtriya......

Will Putin's India visit complicate US trade talks? Jaishankar answers

The India-Russia partnership has been among the "steadiest big relationships" in the last 70-80 years and President Vladimir Putin's visit to New Delhi was about "reimagining" the ties with a focus......

Gandhi's observation on Indians was a false narrative: RSS chief

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat on Saturday said Mahatma Gandhi's observation about Indians lacking unity before the British rule was a false narrative shaped by colonial teaching.......

Sensex sheds 436 pts on profit booking in bank, oil shares

Stock markets closed lower for the second straight day on Tuesday, with benchmark BSE Sensex declining by 436 points as investors booked profit ahead of the US Federal Reserve's policy decision.......

Microsoft to invest $17.5 billion for India's AI-first future: Nadella

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella on Tuesday announced plans to invest $17.5 billion in India to help build infrastructure and sovereign capabilities for the country's AI-first future, marking the third......

Govt notifies 4 labour codes, rationalises labour laws

In a historic decision, the government on Friday announced the implementation of the four Labour Codes, which rationalised 29 existing labour laws, with immediate effect. Photograph: Adnan......

Bengaluru-born is Apple's new boss of AI

Amar Subramanya's appointment comes as John Giannandrea, Apple's senior vice-president for machine learning and AI Strategy, prepares to step down, transitioning to an advisory role before retiring......

India a top priority: Prosus CEO

The Dutch investor posted steady growth in its India operations for the six months ended September 30, 2025, led by a stronger PayU performance and continued momentum across its broader portfolio......

Kalamkaval Review: Mammootty Surprises Yet Again

Kalamkaval, like any good work of art, suggests more than it shows, applauds Arjun Menon. Kalamkaval is one of the most anticipated Malayalam movies of the year, thanks to its leading man,......

Revolver Rita Review: OK-OK Comedy

Revolver Rita doesn't use its comic potential to its fullest and ends up a passable comedy that could have used more bite, observes Arjun Menon. Revolver Rita has an interesting enough story to......

Eko Review: The Writing Is The Star

Eko, a smartly written film, loses steam midway but somehow stays afloat and deliver the goods, notes Arjun Menon. Following the blockbuster success of Kishkindha Kaandam, Director Dinjith......

'Indira Gandhi Stood Up To The Americans'

'She was brave. She didn't care a hoot. And India was not the strongest of nations as it is now.' IMAGE: Indira Gandhi with Henry Kissinger in Chronicles of the Forgotten Genocide: The Kissinger......

Shraddha Turns Into A Bunny Cop!

IMAGE: Shraddha Kapoor at the Zootopia 2 launch event. Photograph: Satish Bodas/Rediff Shraddha Kapoor is ready to charm fans in a brand-new Disney venture, but with a twist. She is lending her......

FIFA stares at mammoth challenges ahead of 2026 World Cup draw

US host cities, notably in the Midwest, the Southeast and parts of the Southwest, are expected to experience extreme heat and high humidity during June and July, with thunderstorms potentially......

The Smallest Nation To Qualify For FIFA World Cup

IMAGE: With a population of 156,000, Curacao is the least populous country to go to the World Cup, beating the previous record held by Iceland with its 350,000 inhabitants. Photograph: FIFA World......

World Cup winner Shafali named North Zone captain

IMAGE: Shafali Verma was named player of the match in the final against South Africa, after stroking a quickfire 87 runs with the bat and picking up 2/36 with the ball to play a stellar role in......

India's Chess Titans Eye World Cup Triumph

India hosts the event from a position of unprecedented strength with a string of titles under its belt. IMAGE: India's young stars D Gukesh, the youngest World Chess Champion at 18, and R......

Beware South Africa! Gill Sets The Nets On Fire

With free public access, nearly 5,000 fans roared as Gill stepped out and deposited balls into galleries, at times overshadowing power-hitter Shivam Dube during their rotational practice session.......