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The SDMC had earlier told the court that two plots of land have been identified in west Delhi for artisans making Ravan effigies ahead of the festive season.

Folks, get ready to vanquish evil this Dusshera!

As a lead up to Dusshera next week, we should ideally be focusing on the victory of good over evil.

5 Oct 2019 1:46 AM IST

The victims of these paedophiles were referred to as prostitutes and even by some idiots as sex workers .

Guard against dark net', expose child predators

New research published in the New York Times this past weekend provides new insight into the minds of paedophiles.

5 Oct 2019 1:46 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)

Stoke demand to stop India slowing down

Even this is optimistic and we could as well be seeing sub 5 per cent growth.

5 Oct 2019 1:46 AM IST

Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

RBI does its bit, govt's turn next

Compared to a repo rate of 135 basis points over the one year, banks have slashed their lending rates only by 29 basis...

5 Oct 2019 1:46 AM IST

A file photo of Assam residents filing documents as part of the process for updation of the National Register of Citizens.

NRC virus spreads, fate of millions uncertain

The NRC had threatened to mar India's relations with Bangladesh, from where the far right accuses the illegal ...

5 Oct 2019 1:46 AM IST

Muslims are required to perform wudu in preparation for ritual prayers and for handling and reading the Quran.

Mystic Mantra: Wudu in Islam cleanses mind, body & soul

Muslims have a contractual relationship to God that is manifest through the body.

4 Oct 2019 12:23 AM IST

The state has been witnessing violent protests by activists of the BJP and Hindu right organisations since Wednesday afternoon over the successful entry of two women of reproductive age into the Sabarimala temple. (Photo: File)

Sabarimala 2.0 brews ahead of verdict

The verdict is expected by then or else a new bench will have to rehear the petitions.

4 Oct 2019 12:15 AM IST

Yoga is the journey from A to B. A, is where you are, B is the finality. Guru, is someone, who has already walked that path and has the experience of finality. (Representational image)

What shall we contribute to the world we live in?

The sober duty of a people, in respect of their civilisational heritage, is to fulfil it.

4 Oct 2019 12:12 AM IST

Mahatma Gandhi (1869-1948)

Satyagraha is Gandhi's lasting contribution

In April, the government took lead in marking the centenary of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.

4 Oct 2019 12:07 AM IST

Pakistan is a key player in the talks between the Taliban and the US in an effort to end the war in Afghanistan and allow withdrawal of American troops. (Photo: AFP / File)

Pak needs to see Taliban as a challenge, not an asset

Finding a sound strategy to deal with this conflict should be at the centre of Pakistan's priorities.

4 Oct 2019 12:04 AM IST

Nizam VII (Mir Osman Ali Khan) was beneficially entitled to the fund and those claiming in right of Nizam VII - the Princes and India - are entitled to have the sum paid out to their order, Justice Marcus Smith of the Royal Courts of Justice in London ruled. (Photo: Twitter)

Nizam's funds return welcome

Pakistan will be very wary giving him an opportunity for a hat-trick.

4 Oct 2019 12:02 AM IST

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) slammed Russia, Syria and Iran for killing many innocent civilians. (Photo:AP)

For now, Trump being put through the wringer

There appears to be little doubt vis-a-vis the episode of his July 25 telephone call with the Ukranian President that...

4 Oct 2019 12:00 AM IST