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'Empowered or Oppressed?': Tracing the feminine fate across the ancient Indian ethos (IANS Book Review)

Vikas Datta | July 14, 2026 11:01 AM

New Delhi, July 14 (IANS) The feminine, leaving aside the sacred feminine motif present in several religions, is not just a concept of the human condition but rather a facet of creation itself, given its role in gestation and nurturing. Even if it is viewed as half of the equation of life, it unfortunately does not reflect in the social configuration, or the infamous patriarchy, which long deprived women of their due status and agency.

India-UK FTA to make British goods cheaper and boost Indian exports from July 15

IANS | July 14, 2026 11:00 AM

New Delhi, July 14 (IANS) The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) will come into force on Wednesday, paving the way for cheaper British goods in India while granting Indian exporters near-total duty-free access to the UK market.

Bangladesh rights groups condemn arrest of Hindu man over proposed Lord Ram statue

IANS | July 14, 2026 10:59 AM

Dhaka, July 14 (IANS) Several leading human rights organisations have strongly condemned the arrest of Haridas Chandra Tarani Das, who proposed the construction of an 81-foot-tall statue of Lord Ram within the premises of the Sri Sri Radha Govinda and Kali Temple in Palashbari upazila of Bangladesh’s Gaibandha district, describing the action as “unfortunate” and “unacceptable”.

Vijay Sethupathi-starrer 'Train' to hit screens in August this year

IANS | July 14, 2026 10:59 AM

Chennai, July 14 (IANS) The makers of director Mysskin’s upcoming film ‘Train’, featuring actor Vijay Sethupathi in the lead, have now confirmed that the film will release in August this year.

I back France to win, but I'd be happy if Spain become champions: Fernandez

IANS | July 14, 2026 10:59 AM

New Delhi, July 14 (IANS) Former French defender Luis Fernandez has backed France to win the FIFA World Cup 2026 title but stressed that if Spain knocks the Les Blues out, "he'd be happy for them too."

Madhuri Dixit pens romantic note for husband Shriram Nene: ‘Some moments are special’

IANS | July 14, 2026 10:55 AM

Mumbai, July 14 (IANS) Actress Madhuri Dixit shared a glimpse of her cherished moments with husband Dr. Shriram Nene through a series of new pictures.

Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra remembers Milkha Singh: Your footsteps continue to inspire generations

IANS | July 14, 2026 10:54 AM

Mumbai, July 14 (IANS) As his directorial “Bhaag Milkha Bhaag” clocked 13 years in Hindi cinema, acclaimed filmmaker Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra remembered the late Indian track and field sprinter Milkha Singh.

1st ODI: India sharpen fielding with intense drills ahead of England challenge

IANS | July 14, 2026 10:44 AM

Birmingham, July 14 (IANS) India's preparations for the opening ODI against England gathered pace on Tuesday as the visitors put fielding at the centre of their training session at Edgbaston, with head coach Gautam Gambhir closely monitoring the proceedings ahead of the three-match series.

Alia Bhatt’s excited to explore a character in rich, mysterious world of Tumbbad with ‘Tumbbad 2’

IANS | July 14, 2026 10:40 AM

Mumbai, July 14 (IANS) Bollywood star Alia Bhatt, who has officially come on board for the sequel of “Tumbbad” in a pivotal role, said that she is looking forward to exploring a character that belongs to a story as rich, mysterious and unforgettable as Tumbbad.

S Janaki's granddaughter Apsara Vydyula: Don’t measure my love for my grandmother by the tears you do or do not see!

IANS | July 14, 2026 10:36 AM

Chennai, July 14 (IANS) Pointing out that her grandmother, the legendary playback singer S Janaki amma, had taught her to understand that love does not end when a life does, Apsara Vydyula, the grand daughter of the iconic singer has asked people not to measure her love for her grandmother by the tears they did or did not see.

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'Empowered or Oppressed?': Tracing the feminine fate across the ancient Indian ethos (IANS Book Review)

India-UK FTA to make British goods cheaper and boost Indian exports from July 15

Bangladesh rights groups condemn arrest of Hindu man over proposed Lord Ram statue

Vijay Sethupathi-starrer 'Train' to hit screens in August this year

I back France to win, but I'd be happy if Spain become champions: Fernandez

Madhuri Dixit pens romantic note for husband Shriram Nene: ‘Some moments are special’

Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra remembers Milkha Singh: Your footsteps continue to inspire generations

1st ODI: India sharpen fielding with intense drills ahead of England challenge

Alia Bhatt’s excited to explore a character in rich, mysterious world of Tumbbad with ‘Tumbbad 2’

S Janaki's granddaughter Apsara Vydyula: Don’t measure my love for my grandmother by the tears you do or do not see!

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