Opinion
Daniel Craig, Shah Rukh Khan Were First Choice for Two Key Roles in Rang de Basanti
Every known actor kept declining the role to play Karan Singhania. I had first offered it to Farhan Akhtar, writes Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra.
India Must Not Jump Onto Taliban Bandwagon, Instead Display Strategic Patience
To reach out to the Taliban without first assessing their actions on ground is hardly the best way to protect and preserve India’s interests.
How a Cab Ride for a Weekend Trip Prompted Bhavish Aggarwal to Start Ola Cabs
The bitter experience made the entrepreneur in him realize the need for quality cab service.
What Covid Sero Survey Shows—Don’t Fall for Illusory Herd Immunity, Get Vaccinated
The latest survey exposes our collective laxity in adopting disciplined personal behaviours and enforcing strict policy measures.
All is Not Well for China and Its Expansionist Designs in the Neighbourhood
There are signs of growing three-way tensions between China, Vietnam, and Indonesia in the Natuna islands, where the three have overlapping claims.
Why Moving National Museum to North and South Blocks is a Great Idea
It is important not to lose sight of the larger cause of a “Grand Museum" amid the political slugfest over the Central Vista redevelopment project.
For India’s COVID-hit Airlines, the Flight Path Continues to be Turbulent
With COVID, India’s airlines burnt through cash and lack of assets on balance sheets meant that bankers were wary of lending to them.
Amarinder vs Amarinder: Cong MLA Targets Punjab Finance Minister, CM over Badals
Gidderbaha legislator Amarinder Singh Brar has accused minister Manpreet Singh Badal of siphoning off money to fund the Badal family.
Cairn Tax Dispute Exposes Major Shortcomings in India’s Economic Policy
Revenue maximization can never be the goal of economic policy. It ought to be prosperity and not a bloated exchequer at the expense of intimidated wealth creators.
50,000 Troops Shifted to China Border: Why This ‘Historic’ Move is Anything but Sudden
Our policies may not match expectations all the time but they do deliver when the dragon is on your doorstep.
The Clock is Ticking for Rahul Gandhi to Settle Leadership Issue in Congress
Many believe Rahul Gandhi’s inept handling of selection of CMs resulted in Jyotiraditya Scindia’s exit, fall of Madhya Pradesh government, infighting in Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh.
Battling Siblings: As Pranab's Son Abhijit Joins TMC, All Eyes on Daughter Sharmistha
The strained relations between the siblings first came to light when Sharmistha criticised Abhijit publicly for referring to women as "dented-painted".
Women Have a Key Role in Peace & Security. Yet Most Nations Overlook Them in Foreign Policy
Many argue that gender-balanced peace proposals could be more successful in conflict resolution. Indeed, gender imbalance could itself be a source of conflict.
Congress Tries to Offset Estranged Minorities by Wooing Hindutva Voters in UP
Some party leaders, however, feel that the see-sawing strategy will not work for the Congress and it could lose out on both counts.
Persecution of Muslims in Pakistan Exposes Imran Khan, the Self-proclaimed Champion of Islam
The Pakistan establishment personifies the adage ‘Paisa Phenk Tamasha Dekh’. Pakistani leadership and government have let their people down.
Modi Govt’s Decision to Restore Statehood to J&K Could Offer its People Much-needed Release
In the Army, we often described J&K as a pressure cooker that could blow up if not provided a release.