Special Reports
Jim Thorpe’s story represents one of the most compelling and controversial chapters in Olympic history. More than a century ago, this extraordinary Native American athlete achieved what many consider the greatest athletic feat of the early 20th century, only to have his achievements tarnished by what historians widely regard as racially motivated enforcement of amateur…
Reading skills are one of the four essential components of communication. The ability to read, understand, and interpret information underlies this skill. Though reading appears to be an ordinary activity, it is in fact a complex process involving multiple abilities that work together to create meaning. Effective reading enriches knowledge, saves time and energy, supports…
India is celebrating a historic moment today. Our Women in Blue have lifted the World Cup, conquering the cricketing world and proving once again that Indian cricket stands unmatched in spirit and excellence. Behind this triumphant moment lies discipline, belief, sacrifice, and perseverance. It is a victory that reminds us of Mithali Raj — a…
When the final wicket fell and the tricolor erupted across the stadium, India wasn’t just celebrating a trophy — it was celebrating a revolution in women’s cricket. The 2025 ICC Women’s World Cup triumph wasn’t an overnight miracle. It was the outcome of technical refinement, nerves of steel, and players maturing into world-beaters. As someone…
Ramakrishna Udupa Hard work, luck, goodwill, destiny, and timing — everything must align for a big moment in history. Indian women’s cricket has waited long for its true inflection point, and now it has arrived most grandly. Harman’s Sena has filled the nation with pride — and inspired every woman who has battled odds to…
In the pantheon of Olympic legends, few names shine as brightly as Edoardo Mangiarotti, the Italian fencing maestro who dominated his sport across an unprecedented five Olympic Games. Born on April 7, 1919, in Renate, Italy, Mangiarotti became the most decorated fencer in Olympic history — a record that still stands as a testament to…
Time to silence the needless nitpicking? Vinay Rao The Hyderabad Under-19 team has gifted the city a moment to cherish — a historic maiden triumph in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy 2025, crowned by a campaign that was nothing short of spectacular. We have waited 39 years for a BCCI event win with the previous being…
Dr Sandhyaa Bombay In the heart of nature’s theater, cyclones swirl and dance — fiercely yet gracefully — embodying the paradox of destruction and renewal. Like mighty brushstrokes on the canvas of the Earth, they carve the skies with winds, whispering ancient tales of mercy and resilience. With each tempest, the ocean breathes anew; waves…
A decade ago, India’s armed forces were often described as “strong in numbers, weak in teeth.” Procurement delays, red tape, and an overdependence on foreign suppliers had turned the country into the world’s largest importer of arms. Ten years under Prime Minister Narendra Modi have rewritten that script. From self-reliance in defence production to precision…
When I assumed charge as the Director of the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Mohali, one of my immediate priorities was to understand the institutional history — particularly the context behind certain administrative and policy decisions that seemed to have long-term implications for the Institute’s functioning. My inquiries led me to the…
