The pandemic built new trade barriers that hurt plastic pollution
Cross-border frictions prevent economies of scale in tackling plastic pollution. Governments must collaborate to scale the circular economy at a global level.
Shyam Benegal’s DD show Yatra heroed the train in 1986, long before SRK and Kajol in DDLJ
The 15-part series came to life thanks to the Indian Railways, which provided Benegal with a 10-bogey train for 50 days at the cost of Rs 30 lakhs.
Pakeezah is that rare film whose making is as much of a story as the actual plot
Kamal Amrohi's Pakeezah took a decade-and-a-half to be made, but is now synonymous with its star, Meena Kumari, who died just after it finally released.
‘Tum mujhe yun bhula na paaoge’ — remembering Mohammad Rafi 40 years after his death
Legendary singer Mohammad Rafi passed away on 31 July 1980, but to music lovers, his versatility and wide range remain unmatched even now.
Raat Akeli Hai review: Netflix’s Nawazuddin-Radhika Apte thriller checks all the right boxes
Honey Trehan's crime drama explores greed, corruption and the nexus between the police and the state. With an ensemble cast that delivers, this film would have dazzled on the big screen.
Shakuntala Devi review — an unlikeable heroine portrayed brilliantly but with too much drama
Based on the life of mathematician Shakuntala Devi, Amazon Prime Video’s new movie starring Vidya Balan has some great moments, but they don’t come together.
On World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, a look at the numbers in India
For this year's UN observance against trafficking, the spotlight is on first responders and the challenges they have faced in the Covid-19 pandemic.
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra goes black and white on Instagram for women empowerment campaign
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra shared a photograph of her with her mother Sonia Gandhi & daughter Miraya as part of the #womensupportingwomen campaign.
Yesteryear actor Kumkum dies at 86
Kumkum, who was known for her roles in songs like 'Kabhi aar, kabhi paar' and 'Mere mehboob qayamat hogi', died at her Bandra residence due to age-related issues.
‘Gorgeous drama but flat dialogue’ — Mira Nair’s ‘A Suitable Boy’ opens to mixed reactions
The first episode of BBC’s first period drama starring only people of colour aired Sunday. An adaptation of Vikram Seth's novel, the show will come to India later in this year on Netflix.
Congress blaming UPA for poll losses because it needs scapegoats to save Rahul from blame
In episode 538 of #CutTheClutter, Shekhar Gupta delves into the latest mess in Congress where leaders are blaming UPA govts for poll losses to pave Rahul Gandhi's comeback.
Decline of shopping mecca Orchard Road shows just how badly Covid has hit Singapore
With global travel restrictions robbing Singapore of around $20 billion in tourism receipts, the glitzy shopping hub is tracing the country’s economic decline.
Defence
Kashmir sees jump in terrorist encounters ahead of Article 370 removal anniversary
Until 30 July, 148 terrorists have been killed in encounters in Kashmir valley. But 116 of them have been killed since April.
Modi govt’s NEP is out of touch with reality, Indian voters want English-medium education
State leaders with their ear to the ground, like Nitish, Mamata and Yogi, have shown that the push for native language education is not what voters want.