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Narendra Modi went uninvited, Navjot Singh Sidhu at least had an invitation
We are living in a strange time. Few things seem to be the only prerogative of few people in this country. When Narendra Modi suddenly decided to give a surprise visit to Pakistan to greet…
Ajit Wadekar’s demise severely underplayed as TRPs rule media
India have always been a poor traveller when it comes to cricket. Having played a lot of Tests — both home and away — India never won a Test series abroad till 1971 when they trumped England…
This Independence Day, let’s differentiate between ‘Us’ and ‘Them’
India became independent from the clutches of British Raj on August 15, 1947, and on this Wednesday we will celebrate our 72nd Independence Day. But, before even thinking to celebrate, let…
The third class conduct of a first class Mumbai local compartment
"Get out of the train! We'll push you out! Don't make place for this dumb fool!" Ever found yourself in the same scenario where abuses were hurled at you? Albeit without a fault of your…
Did Naveen Patnaik turn the tables on opposition?
With the victory of JD (U) candidate Harivansh Narayan Singh by 125-105 votes to become the Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman, NDA now have almost all the key constitutional posts in its kitty.…
The divide-and-rule policy, now and then
The entire belt of northeast is tense or in turmoil to be precise. Thanks to Narendra Modi government’s latest draconian move of the NRC, the northeastern states are on the verge of…
Yodelling his way into our hearts: A tribute to Kishore Kumar
'Yodel-ay-ee-ooo' in Kumar's finicky and powerful voice still makes the heart of every Kishore Kumar fan throb, as the legend's signature yodels, inspired by Jimmie Rodgers and Tex Morton,…
Birthday Special: Google remembers the Cinderella of Indian films, Meena Kumari
Mahjabeen Bano who is known as famous Indian film actress 'Meena Kumari', was born to a needful theater artist Ali Bux and Iqbal Begum on 1 August 1933. She started her acting career at very…
Would Imran Khan’s popularity in India be a boon or curse?
The prospect of Imran Khan taking over as the Pakistan Prime Minister has brought both bouquets and brickbats for him from the Indian media and public as well. It’s true, he is a preferred…
Imran Khan: The ‘Naya’ Prime Minister of Pakistan
Imran Khan has come a long way since his early days as an esteemed and coveted cricketer. He has carved a niche for himself. A heartthrob in his playing days, he has been a part of a slew of…
Rahul Gandhi hugs Modi, stuns all present in the house
While watching Congress President Rahul Gandhi speak in the parliament, reminded me of two individuals of varied interests – Prime Minister Narendra Modi pre-2014 and former India opener…
Parliamentarian Shri Ram Gopal Yadav goes unparliamentary
We have seen politicians who are motormouth, politicians who are outspoken, who are corrupt and politicians who do not lose the opportunity to steep low on comments. But, among all of them,…