Special Reports
Dr Buragadda Srinath As India continues its ascent as a global power, the need for decisive, visionary leadership that prioritizes national interest over ideological posturing has never been greater. Today, India needs leaders who place security, sovereignty, and citizens’ well-being above symbolic gestures and global image management. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has exemplified such leadership…
The Barefoot Prodigy Who Ran Through Controversy to Fame Zola Budd, born on May 26, 1966, in Bloemfontein, South Africa, emerged as a prodigious talent in middle- and long-distance running during her teenage years. Known for her slight frame and distinctive barefoot running style, Budd quickly rose through the ranks of South African athletics, winning…
Mohammad Younus, the so-called advisor to the caretaker government in Bangladesh and a controversial Nobel laureate, recently made headlines for his reckless remark: if India were to strike Pakistan, Dhaka would align with China to “occupy” India’s seven northeastern states. Today, Younus is conspicuously silent. So is Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, General Asif Masud,…
MS Shanker A Spinner’s Straight Talk: Venkatapathy Raju on HCA’s Decline and the Way Forward In my continuing series on the downfall—and the much-needed revival—of Hyderabad cricket, I’ve spoken to several former players and insiders. Each has offered a distinct insight into the rot that has gripped the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA). But none have…
I, Dr. Raghuram Rao Akkinepally, initiated disciplinary action against Mr. P.J.P. Singh Waraich, who is presently serving as the Registrar. However, no inquiry was conducted into the issues that were listed in his charge sheet, despite being supported by documentary evidence. Dr. V. M. Katoch, as the Chairman, and Mr. Rajneesh Tingal, Joint Secretary, Department…
C Pradeep Kumar Late Wednesday night, in a precise and targeted military operation, Indian forces struck nine terrorist launch pads in Pakistan-occupied territories. This was not an act of provocation, but one of preemptive self-defence — a justified and necessary response to the persistent threat of cross-border terrorism. According to official sources, the strikes hit…
MS Shanker As the Indian Premier League 2025 hurtles toward its high-voltage knockout phase, the nation finds itself caught in a different kind of tension — one not on the cricket field, but across its western borders. In a bold pre-emptive strike, Indian security forces have reportedly targeted terror camps deep inside Pakistani territory, sending…
Even at 70-plus, my love affair with cricket shows no signs of slowing down. The whites still feel like a second skin, and the familiar smell of the leather ball on grass still stirs something deep within. I spend most of my days at a modest coaching camp, guiding young hopefuls in the art of…
As India braces for potential military retaliation against Pakistan following the brutal massacre of 26 tourists in Pahalgam, the Telangana government is rolling out the red carpet for the Miss World 2024 pageant. Slated for May 31 in Hyderabad, the 72nd edition of the global beauty contest is being projected as a grand showcase of…
Girja Shankar Dixit Colonel Hemchandra Ramachandra Adhikari, popularly known as Hemu Adhikari, was a distinguished figure in Indian cricket and the armed forces. Born on July 31, 1919, in Pune, Maharashtra, he became a symbol of resilience and dedication both on the cricket field and in military service. His journey through cricket is marked by…
