Insight2017

Insight 2017: Make this a year of awkward silences

Let’s make this a year of awkward silences. Because silence creates conversations.

Insight 2017: A note to venture capitalists, who, after years of generosity, have nothing left to give

Dear venture capitalist, I know this very well that in 2017, you won’t have anything left to give.

Insight 2017: Will China buy its way to a shift in world football?

Out of the traditional superpowers, only China has failed to underline its political reputation in the one truly global sport.

Insight 2017: Progressive rock and metal might just be the best bet for promoters and fans

Even topline music festivals and now, club venues are beginning to trust progressive rock as the most dependable subgenre of rock and metal.

The Diva's Last Bow: Arjun Raj Gaind brings Firstpost readers an original 'Maharaja Mystery'

In 'The Diva's Bow', an original short story penned by Arjun Raj Gaind for Firstpost, detective Maharaja Sikander Singh solves a mystery that begins with a dead body, and ends with... read on to find out.

Insight 2017: A year to get excited about making a trip to Mars, yes, Mars

Our prediction for the most interesting place in 2017 has less to do with earthly exoticism and everything to do with space exploration that has captured our collective imaginations, and will continue to do so for many years, nay decades, to come. Specifically, we’re talking about Mars.

Insight 2017: It’s time for us to seriously consider prospect of artificial intelligence

Many of the most intelligent people in the world consider the potential creation of true artificial intelligence to be the most revolutionary development in human history, and they’ve been extremely vocal about both its promise and its perils.

Insight 2017: Rishabh Pant, a boy who could be the man Indian cricket needs

Rishabh Pant, a rumbustious ‘keeper-batsman, who played in the Under-19 World Cup last year and only played his full Ranji Trophy season for Delhi in 2016, has taken rapid strides towards fulfilling his cherished dream.

Insight 2017: From fake news to cashless economy, problems designers should be trying to fix

Design will need to tackle several important issues in 2017, including helping people distinguish between real and fake news, making the 'cashless' experience in post-demonetisation India simpler, and creating homes that are safe for a growing population of the elderly