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When Gujarati Muslims Dominated Bombay Politics

'They wanted the city to be a great business hub. They didn't like the fact that taxes collected in Bombay would go outside the city.' IMAGE: Anjuman-E-Islam was established in 1874 by a group of......

'Trump Doesn't Want To Wait For Benefits Of A Long-Term Partnership'

'He needs to see results while he is in office.' IMAGE: Prime Minister Narendra D Modi and US President Donald J Trump hug after their press conference at the White House, February 13, 2025.......

1.5 cr take holy dip daring intense cold as Maha Kumbh begins

The fog was thick, the cold intense and the waters freezing as the Maha Kumbh, the world's largest gathering, began on Monday with 1.5 crore people taking a dip in the Sangam in their quest for......

These Pix Will Make You SMILE!

The Comedy Pet Photo Awards 2023 has revealed the top 25 Funniest entries of 2023 in its final shortlist. There are some absolute crackers to make you smile! Among the top finalists, there is a cat......

Japan's emperor hints at abdication

If plans do go ahead, the 82-year-old will be the country’s first monarch to abdicate in 200 years. IMAGE: The Japanese emperor Akihito has signaled his desire to abdicate by expressing......

Even without US 'cliff,' world economy teeters

The global economy is on edge - and that's without the U.S. "fiscal cliff." Among rich nations, the U.S. outlook remains the least troublesome. But given a recession in the euro zone and a recent......

The curious case of Jack Ma's India plans

Jack Ma who had five years ago said he was inspired and excited by “Make in India” possibly understood the essence of the signature campaign better than some others and decided to stay......

Why the bullet train makes sense for India

Questioning the bullet train in view of the investment needed in Indian Railways is similar to saying that India needed to invest in primary education rather than in IITs, says Shreekant Sambrani.......

Zomato wants to be the Google of food

When Zomato, the India-based restaurant search service, acquired two of its peers in Czech Republic and Slovakia (Lunchtime and Obedovat), it quietly increased its presence to 15 countries. It......

Meet the Lord of Battles

Saurabh Mahajan, a former Indian Army officer, is making history in medieval battles grounds.Rediff.com's Archana Masih meets the man who has supplied vintage armour and war props to Assassin's......

'No Time Till The Oscar Storm Passes'

'We have to do everything in our power to get as many Academy members to watch the film as possible.''After that, I am confident, my film will speak for itself.' IMAGE: A scene from Chhello Show.......

MAMI Diaries: Must Watch Cinema, now playing in Mumbai!

Brilliant cinema at the ongoing Mumbai Film Festival, raves Sukanya Verma. In all its 16 years, this is my first trip to the Mumbai Film Festival. For some reason or another, I always found myself......

Davis Cup round-up: US lead Taiwan; Japan, Britain 1-1

IMAGE: Britain's Jacob Fearnley in action during his Davis Cup first round match against Japan's Kei Nishikori at Bourbon Beans Dome, Miki, Japan, on Friday. Photograph: Issei Kato/Reuters Alex......

Neeraj eyes redemption, vows to come back stronger

IMAGE: Neeraj Chopra poses on the podium after winning his silver medal at the Paris Olympics. Photograph: Alina Smutko / Reuters Having missed out on breaching the elusive 90m mark at......

Alcaraz dominates Cobolli; Swiatek begins French Open defense

Alcaraz blasts past qualifier Cobolli in French Open first round IMAGE: Spain's Carlos Alcaraz celebrates after winning his first round match against Italy's Flavio Cobolli. Photograph: Kai......

Sindhu eyes comeback at World Tour Finals in December

IMAGE: PV Sindhu will miss the next two BWF World Tour Super 750 events, the Denmark Open (Oct 18-23) and the French Open (Oct 25 to 30). Photograph: ANI Photo Double Olympic medallist P V Sindhu,......

New Zealand's Nyika bitten but not beaten on Games debut

IMAGE: Morocco's Youness Baalla (red) and New Zealand's David Nyika exchange punches during the men's heavyweight (81-91kg) bout at the Tokyo Olympics, at Kokugikan Arena, on Tuesday. Photograph:......