'Everyone has a surname, and I think everyone has an equal responsibility to live up to that name.'
The captain of the Pakistani naval ship was overconfident, reckless and professionally incompetent. He displayed false bravado and by his actions would have caused grievous injuries to his men onboard and severely damaged the ship. On the other hand the captain of INS Kolkata maintained his cool, composure, displayed excellent seamanship skills and maintained his course and speed to avoid a major catastrophe. Comparison of the two captains shows the levels in professional competence of the two navies which are miles apart, points out Commodore Venugopal Menon (retd).
Scenes from the aftermath of the five-storey building collapse in Satya Niketan, near Delhi University's South Campus.
The death toll from the devastating flash floods in Nepal has climbed to 1,355, according to the latest figures released by Nepal's National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority.
IT services stocks have had tough two years, with prices coming under pressure from 2025 and the sell-off extending through the first half of 2026.
Mumbai is abuzz with Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations as Ganesha idols arrive in homes and pandals across the city. The 11-day festival, marked by devotional chants, elaborate pujas, and vibrant decorations, culminates in grand immersions on Anant Chaturdashi. The city is adorned with lights, and markets are bustling, while authorities have deployed extensive security measures to ensure safe festivities, despite recent idol collapse incidents.
Samantha shares pictures from her baby shower ceremony at the Isha Foundation.
Weak verbs and poor language can make even impressive achievements seem ordinary, points out Nayagam PP, a career coach and founder of EduJob360.
PAYD suits infrequent drivers who can estimate annual mileage.
'IN-SPACe like an octopus is stretching its tentacles everywhere and choking ISRO.'
From Pink and Thappad to Aadukalam and Game Over, these 10 films showcase Taapsee Pannu at her most powerful and versatile.
J R D Tata, chairman of the Tata group from 1938 to 1991, said that whenever he had to make a difficult decision, he would ask himself, what will be good for India, and what will be good for the Tatas. If he had a doubt, he would decide in favour of India. In the long run, it would turn out well for the Tatas too, he said, points out Arun Maira.
N Chandrasekaran's letter of not seeking a third term was written to Tata Sons directors (including to Noel Tata as a nominee director) and, therefore, Tata Trusts did not have a locus standi on accepting or rejecting that letter.
4 Rivers 6 Ranges finds its strongest moments in the moral conflict between non-violence, survival and the fight for freedom.
'...Aditya's intensity.' 'The film is very gritty and character-driven, and I wanted Aditya to feel like a real person rather than just a heroic cop.'
JD-U leaders have backed a proposal to rename the party Janata Dal Nitish, putting Nitish Kumar's political legacy at the centre of the party's identity.
The trophy is supposed to be the full stop to a tournament, not another comma in an India-Pakistan controversy, points out K R Nayar.
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh delight fans by sharing intimate black-and-white photographs with their daughter.
Tax experts clarify that merchants will pay 18% GST on Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) for UPI payments exceeding Rs 2,000, effective October 15. However, registered merchants can claim Input Tax Credit (ITC), mitigating the tax burden. This move is expected to generate significant GST revenue for the exchequer while funding payment infrastructure.
The BJP has accused the Congress of spreading "fake news" regarding UPI transaction charges, asserting that the government has clarified that consumers will not be levied merchant discount rate (MDR) charges. This comes after the Congress criticised a government notification, alleging it paves the way for imposing fees on UPI transactions. The BJP has strongly refuted these claims, highlighting that most UPI transactions remain free and the government provides incentives to maintain a charge-free ecosystem for users.
Sculptor Akash Tirmal explains how he designed the 22 feet idol of Ganesh Galli's MumbaiCha Raja using Plaster of Paris, without any readymade moulds.
Pinky Roshan has acquired adjoining apartments for a staggering Rs 67.30 crore.
'It's A Cat And Mouse Game.'
Forget coordinated Instagram outfits. If these celebrity couples had lived in the '80s, matching denim, neon windbreakers, giant hoops and oversized sunglasses would have been their love language.
Urban Indian millennials are caught in an algorithmically amplified consumption spiral where social media normalises spending patterns that systematically undermine retirement security.
India is making a significant push to establish itself as a global semiconductor manufacturing hub, driven by strategic investments and policy support. The upcoming SEMICON India 2026 event will showcase the country's advancements and ambitions in this critical industry, which underpins virtually all modern electronic devices and has faced global supply chain vulnerabilities.
'Modi had his own cricket team in his school days. He was a good cricketer.'
For five Mumbaikars who were teenagers or in their 20s during the 1980s, the decade was not a sepia-toned Instagram filter. It was their everyday life, they tell Rediff's Rishika Shah. And while they remember its limitations, what they seem to miss most is something technology can't recreate -- the unhurried warmth of human connection.
Their message is blunt: Public scientific wealth should not be transferred at what they describe as 'throwaway prices'.capability, recruitment, promotional avenues and the voice of its employees.
'As a mother myself, I found the emotional core of this story deeply personal.'
Zach Cregger's Resident Evil delivers a scary, bloody and surprisingly funny ride that mostly gets away with its bold choices.
'Now, here I am, doing my 10th season, and loving yet another opportunity to reach out to audienceS at home.'
From FDNY tributes to preserved artifacts, these photographs document remembrance and the continuing impact of 9/11.
Xi brought in asymmetrical power play by stating that India should have 'strategic cognition' and 'strategic judgement made on the basis of the stage of development the two countries are at'. This is a very nuanced way of asserting China's coercive diplomatic posture and reflects Beijing's penchant to unleash border instability at will, restrict rare earth metal exports, exert pressure on India at global and regional orders, asserts China expert Srikanth Kondapalli.
'Morally ambiguous characters are most interesting to play.'
'Xi is conveying that China is a pre-eminent power, and India should modulate its actions or approaches accordingly.'
Sreeleela channelled the timeless beauty of Radha this Janmashtami, and her dreamy pink lehenga looks straight out of a modern-day fairytale. Designed by Amaare Sahib Bhatia, the ensemble is reportedly worth around Rs 3.5 to Rs 4 lakh and looks every bit as grand as that price tag suggests.
'...in which our names are written with our phone numbers.'
