The Darkness Of The Womb
A hitherto unheard narrative over motherhood is beginning to be voiced—notes of regret, confusion
Leap Of Faith To Cheer Big Hits
Under the minatory frown of the SC, this year’s IPL will be less glitzy and officious. But in its 10th year, it’s time to celebrate its awesome transformative power.
The Pulse In A Paradox Of Plenty
In a pulses-importing country, a bumper crop brings little cheer to those who cultivate pulses. Here’s why.
‘IPL Was Always Ahead Of Its Time’
Lalit Kumar Modi, who launched IPL in 2008, talks about taking the games to a new level...
Broomstick Broke, AAP Got A Poke
AAP’s loss in Punjab and Goa is greater for its overweening hope, self-defeating strategy
Masters Of Losses
The Congress debacle in the states has got the knives out for its general secretaries
A Passing Rumour Heard On The Radio?
Brand Akhilesh was second to none—in publicity, that is. Till the results came.
In The Mood For A Desi Robin Hood
Modi’s demonetisation gambit has paid off and opened the door to bolder reforms
Bad Losers Or Whistleblowers?
BSP and AAP have accused BJP of rigging the EVMs. Do these accusations square up?
Mahout Who Lost The Elephant
The decline and fall of Mayawati is also the end of a Dalit dream. Does she have it in her to rebuild the movement and the party?
‘Dubai Will Host More Bollywood Projects’
The Dubai Film and Television Commission Chairman Jamal Al Sharif on how they ensure a seamless and hassle-free experience to all international film crews
Shot In Dubai
The Emirate’s policies make it an ideal place for Bollywood, Hollywood and others to shoot films
False Spins Wove Curious Plots Till The Last Breath
CM’s health bulletins were convenient lies, proves a government note. The issue stirs up political battle.
Different Approaches To A Table
Indian ‘hardliners’ feel confident in reaching out. But Pakistani lines of communication ossify into suspicion.
Victory & After
Mayawati has every right to accuse the BJP of tampering with the EVMs; after all, didn’t the BJP make similar accusations in 2009?