HEMANTKUMAR SHIVSHARAN, AFSAR DAYATAR

Stories by HEMANTKUMAR SHIVSHARAN, AFSAR DAYATAR

How Women Power India

How Women Power India

Rediff.com   3 days ago

In which area of Indian life are women not running the show?

How India Loves: Tum Hi Ho

How India Loves: Tum Hi Ho

Rediff.com   13 Feb 2026

Valentine's Day may be global. But love in India is beautifully local.

Recipe: Crispy Mung Dal Bhajiyas

Recipe: Crispy Mung Dal Bhajiyas

Rediff.com   2 Feb 2026

A legendary Santa Cruz, Mumbai snack stall continues to win hearts with its hot, fresh Vada Pavs and bhajiyas. Here's a look at the story behind Balaji Vada Pav Corner and a step-by-step recipe for their crunchy Mung Dal Bhajiyas.

Vada Pav, Alu Gobhi Among World's Top 50 Potato Dishes

Vada Pav, Alu Gobhi Among World's Top 50 Potato Dishes

Rediff.com   30 Jan 2026

TasteAtlas, a globally-recognised digital guide to food, just unveiled its rankings for 50 Best Potato Dishes. Four of our Indian favourites qualified.

How India's Children Celebrate Republic Day

How India's Children Celebrate Republic Day

Rediff.com   26 Jan 2026

Happy Republic Day!

How India Sleeps

How India Sleeps

Rediff.com   16 Jan 2026

India Rests In The Most Unlikely Places...

Parisa's Unforgettable Pandharpur Pilgrimage

Parisa's Unforgettable Pandharpur Pilgrimage

Rediff.com   9 Jan 2026

Somewhere between the darshan queue and the fugadi dancing, between ancient stone pillars and the riverfront, my nine-year-daughter found her own understanding of pilgrimage, says Hemantkumar Shivsharan.

11 Amazingly Different Recipes For India's Beloved Kadhi

11 Amazingly Different Recipes For India's Beloved Kadhi

Rediff.com   10 Dec 2025

Kadhis made from yoghurt have many avatars all over India. It takes on countless forms. Creamy and thick in the north with the addition of besan and malai-wallah dahi. Coconut-rich in the south or the thinner Mor Korumbu. Much sweeter in the west.

Ikkis: 'You're Never Too Young To Change The World'

Ikkis: 'You're Never Too Young To Change The World'

Rediff.com   5 Dec 2025

Sriram Raghavan's Ikkis tells the story of India's youngest Param Vir Chakra awardee, Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, who was just 21 at the time of the 1971 War.

WATCH Ranveer Dance To Dhurandhar

WATCH Ranveer Dance To Dhurandhar

Rediff.com   2 Dec 2025

Ranveer Singh was fully charged at the music album launch of his upcoming film, Dhurandhar, held in Mumbai.

7 Recipes Of Must-Try Bihari Dishes

7 Recipes Of Must-Try Bihari Dishes

Rediff.com   19 Nov 2025

Election results may be shifting the political landscape in Bihar. But the state's culinary legacy stands firm. As the new government prepares to take charge, let's look at the timeless flavours and a few recipes that define Bihar.

14 Lady Cop Thrillers On OTT

14 Lady Cop Thrillers On OTT

Rediff.com   17 Nov 2025

Hemantkumar Shivsharan lists lady cops that have wowed us on OTT shows.

The 14 Longest Hindi Movies

The 14 Longest Hindi Movies

Rediff.com   13 Nov 2025

We look at the longest Hindi movies through the years, and interestingly, most of them have done well.

When Lord Ganesha Comes Home

When Lord Ganesha Comes Home

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2025

Please e-mail your pictures to getahead@rediff.co.in (My Lord Ganesha Pix) with your name, location and details about your Lord Ganesha and we will publish the best photographs on Rediff.

How Sameera-Manjri Tackle Saas-Bahu Drama

How Sameera-Manjri Tackle Saas-Bahu Drama

Rediff.com   29 Aug 2025

Sameera Reddy and mother-in-law Manjri Varde share a cute bond; here's how that came about.

Get Style Tips Directly From Ananya!

Get Style Tips Directly From Ananya!

Rediff.com   19 Aug 2025

Get styled, the Ananya way.

Why Sandeep Patil, Ravi Shastri Fell Out

Why Sandeep Patil, Ravi Shastri Fell Out

Rediff.com   18 Aug 2025

'I wanted a player of his calibre to take on one of the strongest sides in the country.' 'However, he stuck to his guns, and we had an argument.'

'I've Always Been A Rider'

'I've Always Been A Rider'

Rediff.com   17 Jul 2025

'I always liked riding, from cycle to motorcycle, I really enjoy it.'

'Looking Glamorous Is Not Easy'

'Looking Glamorous Is Not Easy'

Rediff.com   5 Jul 2025

'The impression is that film shoots or photo shoots are always extremely glamorous. The end result is always is beautiful but there's a lot that goes behind getting that one perfect picture.'

How To Stop Someone From Gaslighting You

How To Stop Someone From Gaslighting You

Rediff.com   12 Jun 2025

In her latest podcast Anu Krishna, a mental health coach and co-founder of Unfear Changemakers suggests simple strategies to set boundaries, reclaim your confidence and take control of your life.