DIVYA NAIR And RAJESH KARKERA

Stories by DIVYA NAIR And RAJESH KARKERA

Lucky Baskhar Review: Enjoyable Scam Saga

Lucky Baskhar Review: Enjoyable Scam Saga

Rediff.com   1 Nov 2024

After Sita Raman, this is a Dulquer Salmaan film that has won Divya Nair's heart.

'Employees Can File Harassment Complaints Without Proof'

'Employees Can File Harassment Complaints Without Proof'

Rediff.com   29 Oct 2024

"If HR isn't responsive, it's critical to keep records of all interactions -- e-mails, dates and any conversations you had. If HR fails to help, escalate the matter to higher management or the internal complaints committee," says Smita Shetty Kapoor.

Fighting Workplace Harassment? What You Can Expect

Fighting Workplace Harassment? What You Can Expect

Rediff.com   29 Oct 2024

'Filing a workplace harassment case against a well-known company or professional can bring risks like retaliation, harm to your career and emotional stress,' warns Smita Shetty Kapoor.

'Yeh Patthar Nahin Todegi'

'Yeh Patthar Nahin Todegi'

Rediff.com   24 Oct 2024

There was a memorable meeting with a 'tall, elegant, beautiful girl', who had recently finished her 12th in the strongly tribal Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. 'I was shocked. In this whole sea of villages, I knew for sure there was no other 12th pass girl. I said I want to meet your father.' 'She brought her father, a daily-wage labourer. I asked him: "How come you decided to educate your girl till the 12th standard? You break stones for a living and you don't have a lot of money".' 'He just said one line and in that one line he said everything.'

'I'd Be Very Happy Not Being In The Spotlight'

'I'd Be Very Happy Not Being In The Spotlight'

Rediff.com   23 Oct 2024

'I've never done anything cliche and I've never got anything cliche.'

'I Don't Do Intimate Scenes'

'I Don't Do Intimate Scenes'

Rediff.com   23 Oct 2024

'There are some things I may not be comfortable about. Explicit things and all that.'

She Helps Girls Get Education

She Helps Girls Get Education

Rediff.com   23 Oct 2024

What are the reasons why a girl's education falls by the wayside? Why was Safeena a casualty too? Maybe because the education system doesn't give youngsters enough options? Or there are societal issues or pressures?

What Does Karwa Chauth Mean To Modern India?

What Does Karwa Chauth Mean To Modern India?

Rediff.com   20 Oct 2024

What do modern Indian women think about Karwa Chauth? Rediff.com speaks to two young working women who express their views on celebrating the festival.

Is This The CNG Car You've Been Waiting For?

Is This The CNG Car You've Been Waiting For?

Rediff.com   11 Oct 2024

The iCNG version of the Tata Nexon is quick, safe, eco-friendly, and it is affordable too, notes Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

Review: Vettaiyan Is Massy And How!

Review: Vettaiyan Is Massy And How!

Rediff.com   10 Oct 2024

Despite its minor flaws, lack of logic, and lecture-style moral narrative, Vettaiyan should be enjoyed in a theatre amid Rajini fans and their wolf whistles, endorses Divya Nair.

'I Quit My Job Because I Was Miserable'

'I Quit My Job Because I Was Miserable'

Rediff.com   7 Oct 2024

Delhi-based Shubham Chakraborty, 32, a management graduate from XLRI, Jamshedpur, tells us how he fought anxiety and stress due to poor workplace management.

Kia Sonet: A Facelift for an Urban Favorite

Kia Sonet: A Facelift for an Urban Favorite

Rediff.com   30 Sep 2024

While the exterior has undergone minor refinements, the real improvements lie within, notes Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.

Ananya's CTRL Must Be On Your Watchlist

Ananya's CTRL Must Be On Your Watchlist

Rediff.com   25 Sep 2024

While several international films and Web series on the OTT have explored the dangers of AI, it's interesting to see a desi take on it, believes Divya Nair.

The 10 Year Old Who Topped World Contest

The 10 Year Old Who Topped World Contest

Rediff.com   24 Sep 2024

Stunning! Shreyovi Mehta, 10, is a runner up at the annual worldwide Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest.

'I Was Denied Promotion For 6.5 Years'

'I Was Denied Promotion For 6.5 Years'

Rediff.com   24 Sep 2024

'The abuse got so ugly and toxic that I became depressed and had to seek therapy.'

Is A Toxic Work Culture Affecting You?

Is A Toxic Work Culture Affecting You?

Rediff.com   20 Sep 2024

"There is a limit when it comes to tolerating abusive behaviour or working styles. Many (employees) find ways to quit," says career coach and rediffGURU Pradeep Pramanik.

Emily in Paris 4, Part 2 Review: Same Old

Emily in Paris 4, Part 2 Review: Same Old

Rediff.com   13 Sep 2024

The idea of releasing a new season in two parts is probably what is not working for Part 2 of Emily In Paris 4, observes Divya Nair.

Will A 'Tinder Leave' Policy Work In India?

Will A 'Tinder Leave' Policy Work In India?

Rediff.com   6 Sep 2024

'In India, dating is a very personal thing.' 'If someone wants to go out on a date, s/he would prefer not to keep their manager in the loop.'

GOAT Review: No Logic Here

GOAT Review: No Logic Here

Rediff.com   6 Sep 2024

Divya Nair recommends that non-Vijay fans save their money and wait for GOAT to drop on Netflix instead. At least you can fast forward and get to the climax faster.

The Legend Returns: Jawa 42 FJ Launch

The Legend Returns: Jawa 42 FJ Launch

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2024

The Jawa 42 FJ 350 cc was launched at a surprising price of 199,142 ex-showroom Delhi, reports a nostalgic Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com.