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Russian President Vladimir Putin (Photo: AP)

Tough guys rule the world

China's Xi showed he had galloped ahead to claim being the world's most powerful man, with his party congress deifying...

28 Dec 2017 1:25 AM IST

The RBI has always said monetary policy should be accompanied by fiscal policy if the wheels of the economy are to be greased. (Photo: PTI)

RBI's data on banks' bad loans disturbing

The defaults of a few big borrowers amount to over 70 per cent of bad loans, according to the All-India Bank Employees...

28 Dec 2017 1:23 AM IST

Yoga and deep meditation are the two primary ways that can awaken the supreme energy calmly and properly.

Mystic Mantra: The role of sadhana

The moment you start seeking, you get rooted into this reality.

27 Dec 2017 1:57 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, BJP chief Amit Shah, Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley will also visit their constituencies to cast their votes. (Photo: ANI)

It's time to press the pause button

The laying of industrial foundation from scratch and creation of numerous institutions can't just be wished away.

27 Dec 2017 1:54 AM IST

Representational Image

Both Albert & Salim are in a bind

In Garam Hawa, released in 1973, Salim Mirza is a follower of Gandhiji during the turbulent days of Partition.

27 Dec 2017 1:50 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi pointed out that while fighting for rights, one should not forget about duties. (Photo: PTI)

Superpower-to-be that is forever emerging'

The UN's criticism of Kazakhstan's curbs on most freedoms didn't discomfit Mr Modi.

27 Dec 2017 1:45 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath at the launch of Delhi Metros Magenta Line on Monday. (Photo: Twitter/Narendra Modi)

Metro politics unfortunate

At the inaugural, the PM himself said that development at times is seen through the prism of politics .

27 Dec 2017 1:35 AM IST

Jadhavs mother was not allowed to speak to her son in their mother tongue, despite this being the most natural mode of communication.(Photo: ANI | Twitter)

Jadhav meeting' with family was a mockery

The Pakistan government released a video that showed Mr Jadhav thanking Pakistan for its kindness.

27 Dec 2017 1:33 AM IST

A file picture of Mohammed Ali Jinnah

Threatened by militia, Pak is much like Weimar

Jinnah remains our frame of reference. He is nearer in history, and his personality has continued to inspire four...

26 Dec 2017 5:37 AM IST

US Vice President, Mike Pence, speaks during a dinner in Seoul, South Korea, over North Koreas threats to advance its defense capabilities. (Photo: AP)

Oscillating US-Pak ties affect regional stability

The US State Department, in particular, has shown a surprising spirit of accommodation toward Pakistan's hostile actions...

26 Dec 2017 1:37 AM IST

The five castes were included in the Other Backward Classes (OBC) list in 1994. After the state cabinets decision they can now seek benefits in educational institutions and job opportunities. (Photo: PTI)

Where to stop the quotas?

The principle of affirmative action may have been upheld. Where to stop is the challenge.

26 Dec 2017 1:37 AM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee addresses a press conference at Nabanna (State Secretariat) in Kolkata on Saturday. (Photo: PTI)

To protect Bengal turf, Mamata takes on Modi

Through 2017, uneasiness and uncertainty, with the possibility of chaos hovering in the background, has stalked West...

26 Dec 2017 1:37 AM IST