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Forces opposing Somnath temple reconstruction still active: Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the forces that had opposed the reconstruction of the Somnath temple after independence are "still active among us", and India needs to be alert, united......

Mamdani's success story to inspire generations

Indian-descent democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani's stunning rise from state lawmaker to the Mayor of America's largest city will inspire generations, particularly the Indian-American community.......

Mamdani takes oath as NYC Mayor at a subway station

Zohran Mamdani was formally sworn in as New York City's 112th Mayor in a private ceremony held just moments into the New Year in an old subway station in New York. IMAGE: Zohran Mamdani sworn in......

Daughter Accepts Nobel Peace Prize For Mara Corina Machado

Maria Corina Machado, a leading voice for democracy in Venezuela, won this year's Nobel Peace Prize. Because she was hiding from Nicolás Maduro's authoritarian government, she could not attend the......

Time To Elect, Not Select Governors

In a federal democracy, the people must have a say (indirect or direct) in an office as important as that of governor.Especially in a governor who can now effectively veto a bill by simply refusing......

The Voice Behind India's Stories Falls Silent

What he carried, straight from the heartland of India, was the refreshing smell of mitti (soil) that permeated every word he wrote, recalls Jasmeet Singh Gandhi. IMAGE: Piyush Pandey's signature......

'You Have To Be Okay With Being Imperfect, Vulnerable'

'My life and career have changed in subtle but meaningful ways.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Vartika Singh/Instagram Former Miss India Vartika Singh made her debut as Emraan Hashmi's second wife in......

Vishal On His O Romeo Hero: 'Shahid Kapoor Is Very Difficult'

'Vishal Bhardwaj gave me Hamlet in Haider, which is one of the most intimidating roles for any actor in the world.''I'm grateful that he called me again after seven or eight years of us not working......

Ranveer Singh's Top 10 Films

Ranveer Singh has risen to superstar status with Dhurandhar's blockbuster success. Before that, Sanjay Leela Bhansali, with a four-film collaboration, had a big role in Ranveer's remarkable career.......

The Best Hindi 25 Films In 25 Years

Over 25 years, societies evolve and tastes change. Cinema absorbs and reflects this transformation. Picking only 25 films from the first quarter of the century is tough. This list takes into......

Mrs Deshpande Review: Not Chilling

By not turning Mrs Deshpande into a monster like the notorious Hannibal Lecter, the show may have reduced the chills. Still, it's an efficiently made crime show, which depends on the stardom of......

Tata Steel Masters: Praggnanandhaa holds Gukesh

IMAGE: Indian GMs D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa played out a draw in the fourth round of the the Tata Steel Masters in Wijk Aan Zee, the Netherlands, on Wednesday. Photograph: Tata Steel Chess......

New Queen Rises! Divya Deshmukh Dazzles In 2025

IMAGE: Divya Deshmukh not only became the first Indian woman to win the FIDE Women's World Cup, she also instantly secured the prestigious Grandmaster title. Photograph: Anna Shtourman/FIDE A......

Erigaisi outclasses Praggnanandhaa; Gukesh held by Sindarov

IMAGE: Arjun Erigaisi beat R Praggnanandhaa in 32 moves in the first round of the Tata Steel Masters. Photograph: Anna Shtourman/FIDE Top seed Arjun Erigaisi scored a convincing victory over......

Tata Steel Masters chess: Gukesh wins, Arjun suffers shock loss

IMAGE: D Gukesh won with black pieces out of a Queen's Indian defense game. Photograph: Tata Steel Chess/X Key Points World champion D Gukesh ended his run of draws with a gritty win over......

Arjun held as Gukesh stands firm in Tata Steel Chess clash

IMAGE: Arjun-Gukesh battle ends in draw. Photograph: Tata Steel Chess/X Top seed Arjun Erigaisi could not get past the defenses of world champion D Gukesh as the two Indians agreed to a draw in......