Vice President V V Giri's resignation in 1969 triggered political upheavals that saw the ruling party defy its own presidential nominee, the expulsion of a sitting prime minister by her party......
Carter was in politics, but not a politician, certainly not a transactional politician. Carter bears not a small resemblance to another leader of another large country, who was also in politics but......
After steering the Rediff mothership for close to 29 years, Ajit Balakrishnan, founder, chairman and CEO, did what few businessmen in this country do -- R-E-T-I-R-E. On August 2, 2024, we were......
The Taliban has recruited a new, unsuspected lot as suicide bombers: women in burqas. In a civilisation where women have always been protected and hidden behind head-to-toe black veils, the new......
On a sunny Texas day in November 60 years ago, President John Fitzgerald Kennedy, the president of the United States, and his elegant wife Jacqueline Lee 'Jackie' Bouvier Kennedy touched down in......
From sweaters to leather jackets and overcoats, there are plenty of fashion options you can try this winter. If you are looking for inspiration, Namrata Thakker helps you out. Photograph: Kind......
The wedding season is on, and it’s time to turn up the style quotient and spice things up. From dripping in gold and pearls to giving the traditional sari look an edgy twist, Namrata Thakker......
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh are expecting their first baby in September. After announcing the good news in February, Dips has been keeping a low profile. But whenever the actress has stepped......
Few actors -- excluding Aamir Khan, of course -- can boast of rocking as many hairstyles and physical makeovers as Sanjay Dutt. It's no wonder the poster of his apocryphal biopic Sanju had its......
Janhvi Kapoor is busy promoting her film Mr And Mrs Mahi and makes sure to match her fashion to the cricket-themed plot. From wearing cricket-inspired custom jewellery to outfits with a sporty......
IMAGE: Naomi Osaka brings sparkle to the US Open. Photograph: Mike Frey-Imagn Images/Reuters The US Open has transformed into a high-fashion runway, where players are showcasing their unique......
IMAGE: The ICC Champions Trophy returns after a gap of eight years as Pakistan hosts the ninth edition of tournament, starting in Karachi on Wednesday. Photograph: Akhtar Soomro/Reuters The......
IMAGE: Alex Carey scored 98 not out to help Australia beat New Zealand by three wickets in the 2nd Test in Christchurch and claim the series 2-0, on Monday. Photograph: ICC/X Alex Carey......
Photograph and video: Kind courtesy P V Sindhu/Instagram When P V Sindhu hangs up her badminton racquet, we think the Telugu movie industry should quickly sign her up for the movies. Sindhu......
Photograph: Kind Courtesy BCCI/X An Indian captain ready to create a legacy of his own will have 10 ruthless professionals and a billion cricket maniacs for support when his team takes on......