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What JMM Did In Jharkhand That Congress Couldn't In Maharashtra

Why did the BJP strategy work in Maharashtra but not in Jharkhand? What did the JMM-led alliance do right in Jharkhand, which the Congress-Sharad Pawar-Uddhav Thackeray alliance couldn't in Maharashtra? We explain...

India's Bold Plan To Become A Shipping Superpower

India is foraying into the global shipbuilding scene and wants to be one of the top shipbuilding nations in the world. But despite its rich heritage in maritime shipping, India lags far behind today. So, can India become a shipping superpower? Shubhangi Sharma explains

BJP Conquers, Congress Squanders

When the BJP’s victory in Maharashtra is read alongside its stunning comeback in Haryana, it becomes clear that the party is a silent killer.

Abhishek's Eyes Speak Like Jaya Di’s, Says Shoojit Sircar

Shoojit Sircar and Abhishek Bachchan's first ever collaboration, I Want To Talk, is in theatres. In an exclusive conversation with News18's Titas Chowdhury, Sircar talks about being drawn towards the motifs of death and grief. He calls himself a fan of Jaya Bachchan and draws similarities between her and Abhishek's personalities. Listen in...

Will Selling Chrome End Google's Search Monopoly?

US regulators want Google to sell off the Chrome web browser, calling it the "gateway to the internet", to level the playing field for search competitors. Even if the courts adopt the blueprint, Google isn't likely to make any significant changes until 2026 at the earliest. We discuss whether the move will actually end what a federal judge said is Google's "illegal monopoly".

Nayanthara vs Dhanush: Whose Side Is The Law On?

Actor Nayanthara has openely slammed fellow actor Dhanush, who produced her 2015 Tamil movie Naanum Rowdy Dhaan, for refusing permission to use footage from the film in her Netflix documentary, Nayanthara: Beyond The Fairy Tale. Dhanush has also demanded Rs 10 crore in damages. We explain the fued in four points.

Comeback 2.0... I Am Happy To Grow With This Tag: Arjun 'Danger Lanka' Kapoor

Arjun Kapoor has been receiving rave reviews for his role as 'Danger Lanka' in Rohit Shetty's blockbuster Singham Again. In an exclusive interaction with News18’s Nishad Neelambaran, the actor gets candid about how the role might just have revived his career. Tune in…

Who's To Blame The Most For Delhi Pollution?

Stubble burning, industrial pollution, vehicular emissions? Which of these is the most to blame for Delhi-NCR's toxic air? We discuss if 'severe' air quality is the new normal for the national capital and who is supposed to fix it.

Bangladesh Playing Dangerous Game By Defying India’s Red Lines

Ever since Sheikh Hasina was ousted from power and a new regime led by Muhammad Yunus came in, Dhaka has gone the extra mile to establish what were previously defunct relations with Pakistan. India has the right to be worried of this growing cooperation.

ICC Champions Trophy: Pakistan Did Itself No Favours With PoK Stunt

The ICC Champions Trophy, last held in 2017, was already in a limbo after the BCCI refused to send the team to Pakistan for the event. But by including PoK areas in the tour, Pakistan Cricket Board further politicised the tournament. We explain the repercussions...