By Vinay Rao There was genuine hope when Justice Naveen Rao was appointed court-appointed administrator of Hyderabad cricket. For a brief moment, that hope seemed justified. Promotion matches concluded without chaos. League cricket began on schedule. After years of turbulence, the system appeared to be finding its balance again. But that confidence is now visibly fraying. The…
There are some topics that are not easy to write about. They require not just words, but also social, mental, and moral courage. This topic is one such topic, where the challenge is not merely presentation, but bringing to light the truth that society often seeks to conceal. It is now necessary to question the…
Mobile phones were once considered the most powerful means of convenience, security, and connectivity. They bridged distances, saved lives in emergencies, and facilitated communication. However, over time, these same mobile phones have become a source of stress, frustration, and mental disturbance for millions. The biggest reason for this is rampant phone call marketing, which has…
Ramu Chelimella Why is this day special? How can a small ritual transform an individual’s life? Ratha Saptami is not just a festival. It marks the journey towards light, energy, and awakening. It signifies a shift from inertia to action, from darkness to clarity. Life on Earth exists because of the Sun. That is why…
Vadodara: Delhi Capitals notched a comprehensive seven-wicket win over table-toppers Royal Challengers Bengaluru to stay in contention for the playoffs of the Women’s Premier League, in Vadodara, Saturday. After opting to field, Delhi produced a clinical bowling show to dismiss RCB for 109 in 20 overs, and chased down the modest target with 26 balls to…
Lucknow: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday launched the ‘One District, One Cuisine’ (ODOC) initiative in Uttar Pradesh, aimed at giving a distinct identity to the traditional food and beverage specialities of each district. It is in line with the state’s flagship ‘One District, One Product’ (ODOP) programme. The ODOC scheme, unveiled during an…
New Delhi: A court here on Saturday acquitted social activist Medha Patkar in a criminal defamation case filed by Delhi L-G V K Saxena, saying the prosecution failed to prove that she made the alleged defamatory statements during a television programme in 2006. The complaint was filed by Saxena, then president of the National Council…
New York: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said there is a “path” to remove the 25 per cent tariffs imposed on India for buying Russian oil, noting that such purchases by Delhi from Moscow have “collapsed”. United States President Donald Trump has imposed 50 per cent tariffs on India, including 25 per cent for its…
Lucknow: Top leaders congratulated the people of Uttar Pradesh on its foundation day, highlighting the state’s development trajectory and cultural legacy, with President Droupadi Murmu expressing confidence in its progress and Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailing its transition from being ‘BIMARU’ to one of India’s key growth engines. Modi, who represents Varanasi in the Lok Sabha,…
As India heads into a decisive round of Assembly elections across four politically distinct states—besides the Union Territory of Puducherry—the larger question goes beyond who will win and who will lose. The real story may be whether the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is once again reshaping the contours of Indian politics, not merely by capturing…
