Taliban Will Be Around For A Long While

Unless the Taliban goofs up in a big way, which seems highly unlikely, we are looking at a regime that will be around for quite a long while, predicts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar. IMAGE: Talibs on......

Anxiety and angst as Indians mark month of lockdown

The journey of getting used to a new way of life -- without domestic help, without the necessity of dressing up to step out and just staying cooped up indoors -- has been out of the ordinary, equal......

Don't judge China with a fossilised mindset

'There is no Buddha or Gandhi among countries, existing for the service of others; they all exist for the good of themselves.''For each country, its own interests should be paramount, and it is......

Why Modi's Myanmar visit signals the beginning of a realignment

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Myanmar is aimed at transforming the arch of Bay of Bengal into the Circle of Southeast Asia, says Anirban Ganguly. Prime Minister Narendra Modi......

India is world's investment bet as long as RBI, govt deliver

As long as the RBI is given the space to do what it needs and the government can deliver on its promise to make India an easier place to do business, we are on a good wicket, says Akash Prakash.......

'The need to look outward is common to both India and China'

There should be no "shame" in entering another market via an indirect route if that would lead to faster success at a lower risk, Anil K Gupta (below left) tells Rohit Nautiyal.  ......

Back in form! Rinku makes strong Asia Cup case

IMAGE: Rinku Singh smashed a blazing maiden T20 hundred to single-handedly power Meerut Mavericks past Gaur Gorakhpur Lions. Photograph: Meerut Maveric/Instagram Rinku Singh reminded everyone why......

India-Pakistan: 6 Duels You Can't Miss!

Forget the stats. Ignore the form guide. When India clashes with Pakistan, the pitch transforms from a field of play into a battleground where history is made with every delivery. This isn't just a......

All eyes on Rahul as he closes in on historic milestone

IMAGE: KL has scored 8,940 runs in 218 matches. Photograph:  KL Rahul/X The stakes are sky-high in Manchester — for India, the series; for KL Rahul, his legacy. With 9,000 international runs......

Pant Or Rahul? Who Will India Pick For 1st ODI?

IMAGE: The choice between Rishabh Pant and K L Rahul will be a major talking point. Photograph: BCCI   Fresh off their dominant T20I series victory, India look to maintain their winning......

Asia C'ships: Sindhu, Prannoy exit as India's campaign ends

IMAGE: PV Sindhu fell to Han Yue in the pre-quarters of the Badminton Asia Championships. Photograph: Weixiang Lim/Reuters India's challenge at the Badminton Asia Championships ended after double......