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Modi says J-K breathes freely after Art 370 abrogation; silent on polls

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday asserted that Jammu and Kashmir is 'breathing freely' after the abrogation of Article 370 and pledged accelerated progress over the next five years. IMAGE:......

Modi Or Manmohan? Who Travelled More?

While Narendra Modi has spent fewer days abroad than his predecessor -- 275 days versus Dr Manmohan Singh's 306 -- he has travelled more widely than any other Indian PM. IMAGE: Prime Minister......

Celebrating Indonesia's Festival Of Democracy

The 'Pesta Demokrasi' is a cause for celebration not only for Indonesia but also for democracy and forces for peace all over the globe, notes Sandeep Chakravorty, India's Ambassador to Indonesia.......

UK to deploy warships, aircraft carrier in Indian Ocean

The UK government on Wednesday unveiled plans to deploy Royal Navy warships to the Indian Ocean region later this year to operate and train with Indian forces, signalling what it described as the......

Ask Sikhs In Punjab If They Want Khalistan...

Almost all will say no.Then ask them why they don't push back at those who rise the slogan of Khalistan.Somebody would confront you with a counter-question: If people can talk of a Hindu Rashtra,......

Secret behind the success of 90-year old Brand MTR

While the traditional masala portfolio continues to hold its sway, the brand is up against stiff competition from food delivery apps and the thriving community of restaurants that they support for......

Why Modi visits so many countries

'He is seeking to harness the power of Indian Diasporas to national (support for India in global capitals) and political (enhance the Bharatiya Janata Party's support base) ends.' IMAGE: Prime......

Decoding the Prime Minister's Facebook townhall address

A study of the PM’s speech reveals 13% of all words he used were pointed keywords to market his cause It’s been more than a year since Narendra Modi became India’s prime minister,......

Contribute towards India's transformation: Sushma to Pravasis

Swaraj said the government has undertaken programmes like the 'Make in India' initiative, Jan Dhan Yojana, Clean Ganga Campaign, Swachch Bharat Abhiyan which promise big changes in the landscape,......

Wipro CEO Kurien honoured by AIF for leadership, philanthropy

Wipro CEO T K Kurien has been honoured by non-profit American India Foundation (AIF) for his leadership and philanthropy at an annual awards gala. The event raised over $ 1.5 million to......

Hamid, Bhonsle, Blinded by the Light at IFFSA

Firdaus Ali checks out the line-up at the International Film Festival of South Asia in Toronto. IMAGE: Rasika Dugal in Hamid. If a picture is worth a thousand words, a moving picture is worth a......

A double-edged dagger from Marathi cinema

Marathi cinema is undergoing a dramatic metamorphosis. In recent years, it is not only the number of films produced that have seen a rise. Many of these films are being appreciated for their......

Modern or shockingly regressive? The 2 States of mind

'2 States, for all its modern touches, is a very regressive film, deeply rooted in old fashioned values that surely make no sense in the India of 2014,' says Aseem Chhabra.An elderly gentleman I......

Birmingham Buzz: Of 'Gay Village', bhindi masala and more...

IMAGE: British diving star Tom Daley will make a very public stand in support of LGBTQ+ rights at Thursday night's opening ceremony in his role as a baton-bearer. Photograph: Twitter Be happy and......

Why brands are attracted to Virat Kohli

'He speaks his mind, takes stands, interacts on social media' 'His frankness can actually boost the brand' IMAGE: Virat Kohli’s success off the pitch is matched by his prowess on......

How India wants to promote football after PM Modi's complaint

India will launch a programme to engage more than 11 million children in football-related activities. IMAGE: Former football coach of India Wim Koevermans (left) with an Indian kid. Photograph:......

Sim Bhullar, a man of superlatives

Simanta Roy looks beyond Sim Bhullar’s 7’5” tall, 360-pound frame to the first player of Indian descent to play in the high-profile NBA. FIRST PUBLISHED IN INDIA ABROAD......

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