Muslim man's first wife should be heard on 2nd marriage: Kerala HC

The Kerala high court in Kochi has ruled that if a Muslim man wants to register his second marriage under the Kerala Registration of Marriages (Common) Rules 2008, while his earlier one is still in......

'Who Doesn't Know Dr Jane Goodall?'

'She was the embodiment of knowledge, kindness, and compassion.' Dr Sabyasachi Mukherjee, director, CSMVS, remembers his meeting with the pioneering wildlife conservationist who passed into the......

Owaisi's AIMIM plans to contest 100 seats in Bihar

According to political observers, the AIMIM sees a catchment area in Bihar, where Muslims are more than 17 per cent of the total population but have never got a proportionate representation in the......

Haryana IPS officer's suicide: Rohtak SP shunted out

The Haryana government on Saturday shunted out Rohtak Superintendent of Police Narendra Bijarniya, one of the cops against whom Indian Police Service officer Y Puran Kumar's wife was seeking action......

India eyes 2000 GCCs beyond metro cities by yearend

MeitY is in discussions with global Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 companies, mid-tier firms, and state government officials on a three-pronged approach to setting up new GCCs in India.......

Fighting digital fraud: From KYC processes to advanced authentication

In today’s rapidly evolving digital payment landscape, security concerns remain a top priority for stakeholders across sectors. Illustration: Uttam Ghosh/Rediff.com At a panel discussion in......

Two Insurers Announce Investment In Bima Sugam

New India Assurance and Niva Bupa have invested in the Bima Sugam India Federation. IMAGE: Debasish Panda, chairman, Irdai. Photograph: ANI Photo The suspense as to the amount raised and the list......

'How Can IRDAI Ask Insurers To Invest In Bima Sugam?'

'It is imprudent on the part of Indian insurance companies to invest out of the shareholders' fund in a private limited company.' IMAGE: Debasish Panda, chairman, Irdai. Photograph: ANI Photo......

'Gurus Abuse The Very People Who Give Them Power'

'What is it about the institution of faith that makes somebody get a sense of impunity, that they believe they can get away with anything?' IMAGE: Huma Qureshi in Bayaan.......

'Throughout The Day, There's Music Playing In My Head'

'I played five different versions of Woh Subah Kabhie Toh Aayegi for Raj Kapoor, only to be greeted with a totally blank reaction.''Thereafter, for 40 minutes, he disappeared, leaving us......

Rajamouli Film: Why Priyanka Was 'Reluctant'

IMAGE: Priyanka Chopra. Photograph: Ayush Sharma/ANI Photo That Priyanka Chopra Jonas has been pencilled into playing Mahesh Babu's love interest in S S Rajamouli's jungle adventure is common......

'We Are The RRR'

'Post COVID, people are much more enthusiastic about going to concerts.''The live music scenario has suddenly become very relevant to people's lives.''They see that it is cooked on the spot.'......

'I Would Like To Die On The Cricket Field'

'We all make mistakes, but what is important is that you've got to get that out of your mind before the next ball commences.'K R Nayar recalls his many encounters with Dickie Bird, the legendary......

'Indian Cricket Changed My Life'

'I have a deep affection for Indian cricket. If someone asked me to come back, I wouldn't say no.' IMAGE: Suresh Raina and Virat Kohli carry Coach Gary Kirsten after India won the World Cup......

The man behind Ishant Sharma's revival

IMAGE: Ishant Sharma’s numbers for Gujarat Titans this IPL season -- 3 wickets in 5 games -- might not be flattering but what has stunned one and all is his consistent ability to hit 140......

Rani ready to guide youngsters to Olympic glory

IMAGE: Rani Rampal is embarking on her first stint as a support staff member. Photograph: Kind Courtesy Rani Rampal/Instagram Former captain Rani Rampal believes the Women's Hockey India......

I'm not insecure, I would rather fail than play safe: Ashwin

'I don't have the common insecurities that people have.' IMAGE: Ravichandran Ashwin is India's second highest wicket-taker in Tests with 516 wickets from 100 Tests. Photographs: BCCI Engineer,......