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Noted ecologist Madhav Gadgil passes away

Noted ecologist Madhav Gadgil, known for his work on the conservation of Western Ghats, has passed away in Pune after a brief illness, family sources said on Thursday. IMAGE: Gadgil played a......

The Poet Who Stood With Deprived And Despairing

'A truly original Hindi writer whose writing no other author can match.' Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff The death of celebrated Hindi writer and Jnanpith awardee Vinod Kumar Shukla has......

PM Modi receives UN's Champions of the Earth Award

A clean and green environment is at the root of his government's policies, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in New Delhi on Wednesday as he was presented the UN's Champions of the Earth Award by......

'She Behaved Like A Very Ordinary Person, Without Any Airs'

'She is a nice girl, simple, patient and affectionate. Because she is so empathetic, because she has the ability to feel for people, I am sure she will be able to solve the problems ordinary......

After NISAR mission, ISRO to launch 6,500 kg US satellite

After marking a humble beginning in the Indian space programme with a tiny rocket supplied by the United States, ISRO would launch a 6,500 kg communication satellite built by the US in the next......

Govt nods Rs 7,280 cr scheme to push rare earth magnet manufacturing

The government on Wednesday approved a Rs 7,280 crore scheme to promote manufacturing of rare earth permanent magnets, a move which would help reduce India's dependence on China. IMAGE: A sample......

Foreign mining firms assure rare-earth oxide supply under PLI scheme

Major foreign mining and refining companies have assured the Indian government that they will have sufficient stocks of rare-earth oxides to supply to the winning bidders under the country’s......

Union Budget 2026: Sitharaman tries to cover all bases, leaves out markets

Budget 2026 sticks to fiscal discipline, shuns populist measures despite five key state elections coming up, but ends up rattling stock markets with a higher transaction tax on derivatives trading.......

Pixxel to build India's 1st private Earth observation satellite

The private consortium would invest more than Rs 1,200 crore over the next five years to launch a constellation of 12 state-of-the-art Earth Observation satellites equipped with panchromatic,......

'Auto industry has resilience to tackle rare earth issue'

'The government is actively engaging with EU to ensure that concerns of Indian companies and hard-to-abate sectors are adequately addressed under CBAM.' A worker waters the site of a rare earth......

'Hema Malini Got Awards For Films I Refused'

'If I count how many films I refused and how many heroines got awards in those films...' IMAGE: Mumtaz. Photograph: Kind courtesy Film History Pics/X Mumtaz recently created a stir when she......

'Trump Is One Of The Most Dangerous Men In The World'

'Global politics are in a pretty rough shape and always have been. But the speed and extent with which we receive the insanity surrounding us makes it feel more present and immediate.' IMAGE:......

Aamir Khan Experiences The Maha Kumbh

'The photographs showcase different emotions of India and the power of faith. For someone who couldn't visit the historic gathering, these pictures take me there.' IMAGE: Aamir Khan launched The......

'Emotion Is Very Scarce Right Now'

'We have come to the point in civilisation where emotion seems to be something you hide or you have to be discreet about, or to be ashamed of.' IMAGE: Jacob Elrodi in Frankenstein. Mexican......

When Rashmika Brought The Stars To Earth

It was a glittery night at the sixth edition of the Lokmat Most Stylish Awards 2022, as brightly-clad stars descended on the red carpet. The event was held on September 28 at Mumbai's J W Marriott......

Sabalenka routs Svitolina; to play Rybakina in Aus Open in final

IMAGE: Aryna Sabalenka winning her semi-final match against Ukraine's Elina Svitolina at the Australian Open on Thursday. Photograph: Edgar Su/Reuters Key Points Aryna Sabalenka is the third......

Legends shape Ashutosh's successful cricketing journey

IMAGE: Delhi Capitals's Ashutosh Sharma guided his team to a close win over Lucknow Super Giants on Monday. Photograph: BCCI Ashutosh Sharma will forever remain indebted to his former franchise......

How India U-19 Women conquered the T20 World Cup

'I am feeling happy that I am right here standing, making sure India stays on top. It's a special moment.' IMAGE: India's players celebrate winning the Under-19 T20 World Cup title, in Kuala......

India's 'Bazball' domination: Bangladesh's nightmare

India conjure own 'Bazball' to squeeze win from rain-hit Bangladesh Test IMAGE: India's record-extending 18th consecutive Test series victory on home soil was never in doubt after their......

Salah's late penalty earns Liverpool draw with Man Utd

IMAGE: Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring Liverpool's second goal from the penalty spot late in the Premier League match against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday. Photograph: Carl......