The reshuffle after the election defeat only shows that the BJP does not have the men or ideas to reinvent the party. The one leader who can revive the party has other priorities.

For six years they enjoyed the perks and privileges that come with power. They set the agenda for development, represented the nation at global forums, were masters and commanders.

As the drama around Telugu actor Balakrishna's alleged gunfire attack on two associates runs into more twists and turns, it also exposes the bizarre workings of the film industry in the state.

Open savings bank accounts in Europe, buy shares in US stockmarkets, hunt for the best returns from Australia to Japan ... the RBI has opened up the world for small investors in India.

Natwar Singh's proposal of India, Pakistan and China working towards a common nuclear doctrine is likely to be a non-starter. But this week's Indo-Pak dialogue may produce better results.

The mass interest in Venus' journey across the sun shows stargazing is becoming very popular in India.

An endangered turtle species. A forgotten wildlife conservation centre. Together they have achieved the impossible.

Cosmetic surgery is no longer a painful procedure requiring lengthy hospitalisation. You can break off from work and visit a clinic for an operation. And it costs much less too.

The tabletop in hip joints is where all the action is as party regulars clamber on, get bold and get swinging.

Meet the monster in the magic grove. Watch Henry James write his first play. Travel to Turkey where love and snow envelop Islamic mystery. Deconstruct the American colossus. Or better still, crack the complex codes in a Renaissance manuscript. Turn the pages to a brainy summer.

The story of an Afghan refugee in London brings out the tragedy of his nation and personalises the clash of civilisations.

The executive chairman of O&M, who has rewritten many rules in advertising, will be the first Asian to head the Cannes ad fest jury.

A restaurateur transforms the ho-hum dosa into exotic fusion food with trademark protection.

Sonia Gandhi's backseat role is evident. She has asked Congress ministers to take quick decisions to show the Government means business and is also pushing for the peace dialogue with Pakistan. Sonia Gandhi's backseat role is evident. She has asked Congress ministers to take quick decisions to show the Government means business and is also pushing for the peace dialogue with Pakistan.

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