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Why Nobody, Not Even a Ruthless Murderer, Can Surprise Rushdie

Ullekh NP

The author recalls his meeting with the celebrated and charming author over a decade ago, his wit, scholarship and tremendous willpower

There should be no ‘mera-tera’ in our minds, celebrate India’s diversity, says PM

Rajeev Deshpande

The prime minister’s comments during his Independence Day address comes in the context of several divisive rows in the preceding months over issues that have raised communal temperatures

Make aspirational India a developed nation in next 25 years: PM

Rajeev Deshpande

“How long do we have to seek global certificates? We need to set our own standards. We don’t need to look like others,” Modi said.

Rakesh Jhunjhunwala (1960-2022): The Eternal Big Bull

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He was unwell for some time but that did not dampen his love of life

Why We Need Salman Rushdie

S Prasannarajan

The attack on him is a reminder that the pursuit of truth is always pitted against the bloody profanities of faith

India call for restraint, status quo on Taiwan is a criticism of China’s military activism

Rajeev Deshpande

India has called for efforts to de-escalate tensions and maintain peace and stability in the region

The Right Signal to China

Siddharth Singh

The Dalai Lama is currently on an extended visit to Ladakh and his visit to Leh was his first one since the stand-off between India and China that began in 2020