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India-Russia ties aim at national interests, not against anyone: Putin

The India-Russia collaboration is not directed against any country and it is solely aimed at safeguarding the respective national interests, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday......

How Indian Institutions Can Shine On Global Stage

The recipe for Indian higher education institutions to succeed in global markets is excellence in academics, promoting contemporary socially relevant material, and enabling individuals learners to......

Did Rahul Promise DKS Chief Ministership In Nov 2025?

'This plan was never official. It was there secretly. It was by the high command.' IMAGE: Rahul Gandhi with Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy......

Was US India's Ally Or Foe In The 1962 War?

What appeared to be a generous act of friendship was, in truth, a manoeuvre within a much larger strategic game. The United States used the 1962 war not just to aid India but to test how far it......

'Safety Of The Children Was Paramount'

'The rescue of 17 children represents exemplary police action that merits considerable appreciation.''However, this encounter was profoundly unfortunate because somebody has lost his life.' ......

'Govt Has Executed A Commendable Task'

'...not merely in managing fiscal mathematics, but in demonstrating conservatism and prudence within that framework.''Looking forward, we believe sufficient growth drivers exist -- ranging from......

US Judgment Against Byju Raveendran Faces Steep Hurdles in India

A US court's $1.07-billion default judgment against Byju Raveendran can't be enforced directly in India because the US isn't a "reciprocating territory." Creditors must file a new case in an Indian......

How US-based Jane Street siphoned Rs 36,000 cr from Indian markets

The strategy was straightforward - aggressively buy select Bank Nifty index stocks in the morning and sell them just as forcefully later in the day, triggering a sharp drop in share prices.......

'Ready To Launch 5 products In 18 Months'

'We recently launched Yesintek in the immunology space.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Biocon Biologics Ltd Biocon Biologics Ltd (BBL) reported robust growth in 2024-25 (FY25), driven by rising......

Kalamkaval Review: Mammootty Surprises Yet Again

Kalamkaval, like any good work of art, suggests more than it shows, applauds Arjun Menon. Kalamkaval is one of the most anticipated Malayalam movies of the year, thanks to its leading man,......

The Smashing Machine Review: Plenty Of Emotion

Dwayne Johnson delivers a knockout in quite possibly the best role of his career, observes Mayur Sanap. We love an underdog story. The motivational journey from struggle to success that blends......

Hridayapoorvam Review: Delightfully Charming

Hridayapoorvam does not break new ground or tell a story as old as time with any novelty but its sincerity keeps it alive, notes Arjun Menon. Sathyan Anthikad makes the same film, over and over......

I Know What You Did Last Summer Review: Cheap Thrills

A straightforward mishmash of the earlier I Know... movies, where the obvious silliness remains intact but the fun quotient comes discounted, observes Mayur Sanap. Nobody watches teen......

Satyajit Ray Had Warned Us About AI!

Satyajit Ray anticipated the issues we are only now starting to raise, long before large language models, AI chatbots, predictive algorithms, and autonomous systems began to control every bit of......

'Call Me Chucky': The Max Show At Qatar F1 Grand Prix

'I didn't expect to win today, that's for sure.' IMAGE: Red Bull's Max Verstappen celebrates after winning the Qatar Grand Prix in Doha on Sunday. Photograph: Mohammed Salem/Reuters Formula One......

De Kock impact as big as Rohit-Kohli, says Prince

'His quality in Pakistan was clear and his presence is massive, especially for young batters who get to learn from him.' IMAGE: South Africa batting coach said senior pro Quinton de Kock's return......

Piastri beats Norris to Qatar F1 GP pole; Verstappen third

Lando Norris can be crowned champion on Sunday, but a win for Oscar Piastri would take the battle down to a final showdown in Abu Dhabi next weekend. IMAGE: McLaren's Oscar Piastri celebrates......

FIFA stares at mammoth challenges ahead of 2026 World Cup draw

US host cities, notably in the Midwest, the Southeast and parts of the Southwest, are expected to experience extreme heat and high humidity during June and July, with thunderstorms potentially......

Rashid Confirms Second Marriage

IMAGE: Rashid Khan clarified that the woman is his wife and that their nikaah took place earlier this year, on August 2, 2025. Photograph: Kind courtesy Rashid Khan/Instagram Star spinner......