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Another Bilkis convict seeks SC review of remission verdict

One more convict in the Bilkis Bano case has moved the Supreme Court seeking a review of its January 8 verdict cancelling remission of his sentence, contending that it cannot be challenged based on......

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.......

Yatra's Message Was Bigger Than Rahul Gandhi

There they were, showing the world that there are still people motivated not by religious structures, not by past glories, not by hatreds deliberately stoked. These were ordinary folks doing......

'Palestinians live in an open prison'

'Israelis arrested us before this war and continue to do so -- even more so -- now.' IMAGE: A Palestinian prisoner is carried on the shoulders after being released amid a hostages-prisoners swap......

India's military might, women power on full display at R-Day parade

India celebrated its 75th Republic Day on Friday with a grand display of 'Nari Shakti', rich cultural heritage and military might comprising missiles, warplanes, surveillance gadgets and lethal......

Google to spend $75 mn on women-led Indian startups

Google is building voice and text search for over 100 Indian languages and will spend $75 million to support women-led startups in the country, said its CEO Sundar Pichai at the start of his visit......

When Munna Bhai Was In Jail

A day before the event, I learnt from an old Mumbai crime branch informant that a group of gangsters were planning to serve breakfast to the prisoners at Balgandharva Rangmandir prior to the show.......

Animal Review: Ruthless Ranbir Goes For The Kill

Animal's violence isn't for the fainted-hearted unless you have an appetite for Korean style mayhem, like Sukanya Verma. Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's stories and characters aren't looking for a......

Review: Sam Bahadur: The Amar Chitra Katha Version

Sam Bahadur is a mechanical summary of his life, ticking off one chapter after another without bothering to pause or ponder over their significance and influences, observes Sukanya Verma. A......

10 War Films You Can Watch On OTT

There have been relatively few war films made by Bollywood, perhaps because they are expensive and difficult to shoot. Also, invariably, there are accusations of inaccuracy, disrespect, jingoism,......

These Ladies Will Make Your Heart Go Dhak Dhak!

Dia Mirza, Sanjana Sanghi, Fatima Sana Shaikh and Ratna Pathak Shah provided a lot of dhak dhak to the media, when they made the day brighter with their colourful fashion. The four ladies are......

Candidates: Gukesh outwits Alireza, takes sole lead

Gukesh has 8.5 points out of a possible 13. He is a half point ahead of Ian Nepomniachtchi, Hikaru Nakamura and Fabiano Caruana. IMAGE: India's 17-year-old Grandmaster D Gukesh is on the cusp of......

These Awesome Ladies Inspire Me Daily

Through their triumphs and struggles, these athletes have not only rewritten the narrative of women in sports but have also ignited a flame of empowerment and inspiration, asserts Laxmi Negi.......

Can Zheng spring a surprise on defending champ Sabalenka?

IMAGE: While Aryna Sabalenka (right) would match compatriot Victoria Azarenka's feat of 2012 and 2013 by retaining her title, Qinwen Zheng is hoping to give China its second Australian Open crown......

Delhi Capitals to buy stake in English county side Hampshire?

IMAGE: If the deal comes to fruition, it will make Hampshire the first county side 'to be owned by an overseas franchise'. Photograph: Hampshire Cricket/X Indian Premier League franchise Delhi......

WPL Auction: Vrinda's journey to historic Rs 1.3 cr bid

Vrinda Dinesh scripted history by becoming the first uncapped player to command a staggering bid of Rs 1.3 crore Photograph: Kind Courtesy Vrinda Dinesh/Instagram Vrinda Dinesh, the 23-year-old......

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