On minorities and protesters, Revanth Reddy is sending a very different message from Rahul Gandhi

Column | In screenshots we trust

The other day I got the shock of my life. A post popped up on Instagram claiming that, henceforth, anyone who took a screen-capture of someone else’s post, that person would receive…

The Great Khali aces knuckle push-ups at 53: Know the surprising strength benefits

Former professional wrestler Dalip Singh, aka The Great Khali, 53, recently shared a glimpse of himself performing knuckle push-ups on his Instagram. Intrigued by his commitment to fitness, we asked an expert…

Opinion: What’s the price a soldier pays for your “taxes”?

In a poignant moment at a checkpoint in Ladakh, a woman's remarks about the Indian Army sparked a reflection on the sacrifices made by soldiers. Published on: Aug 21, 2026, 09:34:36 IST…

Weekend habits that can disrupt blood sugar: ‘Often called social jet lag…’

For many people, weekends are a welcome break from structured weekday routines. Sleep schedules shift, meal timings become irregular, physical activity often changes, and social gatherings may lead to larger meals, alcohol…

IndiGo’s transition plan with network carrier has one risk too many: ‘Unrealistic ambitions’

This piece elaborates a few reasons behind the scepticism over IndiGo's plan, some internal to the airline and some external and/or structural factors. Published on: Aug 21, 2026, 08:54:11 IST Prefer HTon…

All of us should have the right to age with dignity

India’s welfare State has been hidden inside the household. That arrangement is dissolving under urbanisation, migration, and women’s entry into paid work. Published on: Aug 21, 2026, 08:54:02 IST Prefer HTon Google…

From focus on his ‘greatness’ to deal with Iran: Trump may escape the consequences of his mess

Donald Trump’s obsessions may have exacted serious costs and turned off sections of the electorate, but two factors may shield his party in mid-term elections. Published on: Aug 21, 2026, 08:53:57 IST…

The AI race: can India turn sunlight into intelligence?

If India is to claim a share of the AI race data centers are likely to be the first foray in. But this should be preceded by a clear set of easy-to-follow…

Why that parking spot outside the house isn’t really yours

As the Delhi Police prepares a fresh congestion-management plan, commissioner Anurag Kumar has directed every traffic circle to identify at least one “problem area” marked by encroachment, roadside parking or chronic congestion.…