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Iran-US ceasefire nears collapse as Hormuz halt, Lebanon bombing spark tensions: What we know so far
In just 12 hours since the US and Iran signed a two-week ceasefire deal for the war, tensions are high again, as the two sides have threatened to end the fragile truce
By Ashwin Somanath
April 08, 2026
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The vanishing jester: Art's mirror to truth and power
The jester represents a unique historical figure, a licensed truth-teller within courts who could critique power through wit and survive
In 20 days, Dhurandhar 2 minted Rs 1,640 crore worldwide, making it the 10th highest grosser of the year. In dollars, the collection now stands at $177+ million
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From colonial charm to modern marvels: The inside story of Indian Railways
In 1951, more than 40 railway companies were consolidated into a single entity—Indian Railways. Now, 75 years later, THE WEEK explores how the Railways has shaped India’s national consciousness, how it is driving the future, and what can be done to make it better
By Anjuly Mathai
Echoes on the platform: How Indian Railways shaped my life and nation
From childhood fascination with steam engines in Bangalore to the modern Vande Bharat in Kerala, the journey reflects the enduring connection between people and the tracks that unite them
By John Kurien
Evolution of Indian Railway food: From platform snacks to plush dining cars to IRCTC
Railway food has come a long way, from refreshment rooms at stations to restaurant tie-ups and online ordering services
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From Toofan Mail to DDLJ: How trains shaped Indian cinema and identity
From iconic film sequences to representing national unity and historical shifts, trains have a powerful presence in the Indian psyche
By Arup K. Chatterjee
India's bullet train: 'Maruti Moment' for Indian Railways and a glimpse into the future
For a country as large and populous as India, the bullet train project is not a luxury—it is a strategically sound move
By Manoj Yadava
Wobble 55-inch QLED TV review: Great sound for the price tag, but held back by occasional display issues
With the X series—its QLED series of TVs—Wobble is one of the newer brands in the Indian market for TVs
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