Hyperbole by our ministers and a few saffronised scientists not only defames Newton and Einstein, but also mocks ancient India's achievements in mathematics, medicine and natural science, says Utkarsh Mishra.
A modern economy with strong global linkages must switch to million, billion and so on, says T N Ninan.
With the "#100sareepact" trending, saris have come back into focus as a garment that is contemporary yet comfortable. Ritika Bhatia identifies four labels leading the funky revolution.
Chandrayaan-3's success is a must for India's space ambitions; we can't afford to lose out. And for realising our space dreams, the Indian private sector must be encouraged because if we lose this race, the moon, Mars, and mineral-rich asteroids will already be crowded before we reach there.
What can Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor tell you about being pregnant that you didn't already know about?
Famous homegrown faces wear India on their sleeves.
Nikita Puri lists the best shows and films to watch online as you ace social distancing.
'The lessons learnt from the triple disaster have put Japan's energy future On the right path,' notes Dr Rajaram Panda.
Padmarajan's Thoovanathumbikal has become a part of Malayali mythology, just as its maker himself now possesses mythological status.
The aviation pioneer's body has never been officially found after she disappeared July 2, 1937.
Japan's Olympic delay has upended years of careful planning by organisers and spawned costly headaches for small businesses, hotels and even pro baseball teams, compounding a $12 billion price tag. New dates have yet to be set, leaving sponsors and businesses uncertain and scrambling.
The beauty queen turned actor talks about her new athleisure start-up.
The year ahead will be all about making a personal style statement with some help from designers
'In an era defined by vengeful anger, he was a star who sang and danced while most others hollered and hectored on the big screen,' remembers Saibal Chatterjee.
The Superstar turns 64 today, and his fans get a double birthday treat with Lingaa, says Saisuresh Sivaswamy.
Bezubaan Ishq is pure drivel, warns Paloma Sharma.
'Make in India is one of the priorities identified by Minister Sitharaman and this is our great weakness,' warns Vice Admiral Premvir Das.
You cannot imagine your life without these modern inventions, can you?
Ek Paheli Leela invests little effort in character development or setting, notes Paloma Sharma.
'2.0 has Rajinikanth playing a complex character, it has a lot of shades, and he has different looks too. He was very sporting.' Designer Rocky S lives his dream.
Get your selfie sticks out, because believe it or not, there's now a museum of selfies!
Here's a glimpse of all that happened around the world last week, in 13 images.
If you think the film is gutsy, you are simply being blind to the truth that the whole men-are-worthless slant is saleable right now, argues Sreehari Nair.
Former Indian Censor Board chief Leela Samson talks about her acting debut.
Sanaya Dalal on feminism, France and the burqa
Learn to say 'no' politely and it will take you far in life, believe me.
Ash and Abhi help the TTK Group strengthen its mass appeal.
Aseem Chhabra lists his 10 favourite non-Indian shows streaming in India -- classics as well as recent shows.
'There will always be hiccups given that the Namami Gange programme is spread over different sectors and involves several agencies.'
Rediff.com's Rajesh Karkera recounts the brief moments of interaction and conversation he had with the international celebrity.
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These videos are like butterflies in a case, says Sreehari Nair. They have neither aged badly nor grown over-familiar.
Looking at Shah Rukh Khan's unusual onscreen professions.
Sreemoyee Piu Kundu's writing, much like its creator, defies the very idea of labels.
'We are a young nation. But I wanted to explore the conflict between the young and the old.' 'The cynicism of people who have lived it versus the optimism and naivete of the young.'
Jaspal Bhatti's feel for the grime, the confusions, and the madness in our system was so complete that he could take on every kind of woman or man God ever gave to the institutions of India, feels Sreehari Nair.
Model Kate Moss believes she was a stripper in her past life and more fashion news
Today, it is modish to be part of a yoga class, to post stories on Instagram while striking an impressively complex asana in a bralette and crop-top paired with neon yoga pants, to bond over green tea and yoga bars after a strenuous session at the studio and have subscriptions to yoga studios, not ashrams, says Manavi Kapur.
