When Voter ID Matters And When It Doesn't

When the government chooses to either ignore or use identity documents only when it suits them, it shakes people's sense of stability, observes Shyam G Menon. Illustrations: Dominic Xavier/Rediff......

Trump@6 Months: Resetting The Global Order

In the short run, the Trump presidency has already ensured one thing: The assumptions of the past can no longer guide the strategies of the future, points out Manish Dabhade. IMAGE: US House of......

Special prayers offered in Lucknow for Group Captain Shukla's success

Special prayers were offered in Lucknow on Tuesday for the success of the thrice-postponed lift-off of Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, on board SpaceX's Falcon-9 rocket, that would propel him into......

Why Do We Believe Israel, And Not Iran?

At the end of the day, for many worldwide, the ongoing mutual attacks between Israel and Iran would seem a contest devoid of any moral high ground and only a bout between two ordinary adversaries,......

Simone Tata: The Vision Behind Lakm

In a country where wearing lipstick could still invite disapproval, Simone Tata understood that Lakmé's future depended on shifting attitudes. IMAGE: Simone Tata. Photograph: Kind courtesy X  ......

Ananya Looks Like A Diamond

From donning couture pieces to going desi and dishing out summer vibes, July saw our favourite celebs making all sorts of style statements and impressing us. Namrata Thakker picks the top dressers......

Emotions Run Higher Than Usual On OTT

Emotions run higher than usual on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma gives you some interesting options.   La MaisonWhere to watch? Apple TV+Language: French (with subtitles) Determined to bounce......

Where You Can Watch Bad Newz

Sass, sci-fi, spies and sadness, it's all there on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma gives you some interesting options.   Bad NewzWhere to watch? Amazon Prime VideoLanguage: Hindi What are the......

The Tribe Is Glamorous But Brutal

The Kardashians serve as a blueprint for The Tribe's own journey, observes Shristi Sahoo. IMAGE: Meet The Tribe. Photograph: Kind courtesy Alanna Panday/Instagram Making it big in today's social......

Kuldeep's Class on Full Display in Series-Winning Show

IMAGE: Kuldeep Yadav was awarded the Impact Player of the series medal. Photograph: Hollie Adams/Reuters India's spin sensation Kuldeep Yadav received the "Impact Player of the Series" for the......

Jr Hockey World Cup: Rampaging India thrash Oman 17-0

IMAGE: India's hockey players celebrate a goal against Oman during the FIH Junior Hockey World Cup in Chennai on Saturday. Photographs: Hockey India Arshdeep Singh, Manmeet Singh and Dilraj Singh......

Kamindu, Chameera fashion SL's T20 win over Zimbabwe

IMAGE: Dushmantha Chameera was the pick of the Sri Lankan bowelers, claiming 3-30. Photograph: ANI Photo Kamindu Mendis blasted a whirlwind 41 to propel Sri Lanka to a thrilling four-wicket win......

Spain, Belgium, Switzerland seal 2026 World Cup spots

Spain seal World Cup place after Turkey draw IMAGE: Turkey's Baris Alper Yilmaz attempts a shot at goal during the World Cup qualifying match against Turkey, in Estadio La Cartuja de Sevilla, on......

Prabhsimran ton fires India A to series win over Aus A

IMAGE: Prabhsimran Singh blasted a 68-ball 102 as India A chased down 317 against Australia A, in Kanpur, on Sunday. Photograph: BCCI Opener Prabhsimran Singh smashed a scintillating 68-ball 102......