SAISURESH SIVASWAMY And SYED FIRDAUS ASHRAF

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Salakaar Review: Gripping!

Salakaar Review: Gripping!

Rediff.com   8 Aug 2025

Salakaar is full of heart, and emotionally satisfying, applauds Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

Quiz: Are You A Swadeshi Expert?

Quiz: Are You A Swadeshi Expert?

Rediff.com   8 Aug 2025

Syed Firdaus Ashraf puts your Swadeshi knowledge to the test.

Why This Elephant Triggers Outrage In Maharashtra

Why This Elephant Triggers Outrage In Maharashtra

Rediff.com   6 Aug 2025

A Supreme Court order relocating an elephant to a care facility in Vantara has sparked public outrage in Maharashtra by putting the state government in a difficult position over issues of animal welfare and public sentiment.

'You Will See More Devastation In Uttarakhand'

'You Will See More Devastation In Uttarakhand'

Rediff.com   6 Aug 2025

'The government only wakes up after devastation.' 'The government does not understand the gravity of the situation nor they do not want to understand the gravity of the situation.'

Molestation Accused Nabbed After Gunfight

Molestation Accused Nabbed After Gunfight

Rediff.com   5 Aug 2025

A disturbing incident of molestation was captured on CCTV in Moradabad on August 3, showing a man engaging in indecent behaviour with a burqa-clad woman in broad daylight. The footage quickly went viral on social media, sparking outrage and demands for immediate action.

Trump's Russian Roulette Over India's Oil Supply

Trump's Russian Roulette Over India's Oil Supply

Rediff.com   5 Aug 2025

The trade relationship between India and the United States has been strained by the imposition of 25% tariff by the US on Indian goods.

5 Reasons Why Saiyaara Is A BLOCKBUSTER

5 Reasons Why Saiyaara Is A BLOCKBUSTER

Rediff.com   31 Jul 2025

'Gen Z was devoid of love stories with sad endings like Heer Ranjha, Laila Majnu or Romeo Juliet; they have never seen something like this in their lifetime.' 'Saiyaara is a rooted love story.'

2-Wheeler Linked Pragya To Malegaon Blast, Also Got Her Freed

2-Wheeler Linked Pragya To Malegaon Blast, Also Got Her Freed

Rediff.com   31 Jul 2025

Unfortunately for the prosecution, the chassis number that the investigation was relying on to implicate Pragya failed as the court said in its judgment that the chassis number of the two-wheeler had been wiped out and therefore it could not be connected to Pragya.

What Was Malegaon Blast Case About?

What Was Malegaon Blast Case About?

Rediff.com   31 Jul 2025

For the first time a serving army officer was accused of terrorism.

'Let Your Actions And Achievements Prove Your Value'

'Let Your Actions And Achievements Prove Your Value'

Rediff.com   29 Jul 2025

Bollywood actor Vivek Oberoi has shared details about his journey from film stardom to becoming a successful global entrepreneur. In an article for Rolling Stone, which he also posted on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Oberoi explained how stepping away from fame helped him focus, grow, and build a lasting legacy.

Indian Shouts 'Allahu Akbar' On Plane, Arrested

Indian Shouts 'Allahu Akbar' On Plane, Arrested

Rediff.com   29 Jul 2025

Abhay Nayak, who in a viral video can be seen shouting 'Bomb the Plane', 'Death to America, Death to Trump' and 'Allahu Akbar' on a flight heading to Glasgow airport in Scotland, has been arrested and produced in court.

Why Did 60 Maulanas Meet RSS Chief?

Why Did 60 Maulanas Meet RSS Chief?

Rediff.com   25 Jul 2025

'This is just the beginning. You have to wait and watch to see things getting better.'

The Kashmiri Ex-Militants Who Joined The Army

The Kashmiri Ex-Militants Who Joined The Army

Rediff.com   25 Jul 2025

'The Indian Army won't induct anyone who has killed Indian soldiers.' 'That's why the army respects these reformed men so much -- they're on the frontline now, protecting India.'

Sarzameen Review: New Age Shakti

Sarzameen Review: New Age Shakti

Rediff.com   25 Jul 2025

Poor writing, unrealistic plot points, and weak performances drag Sarzameen down, sighs Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

Old Songs Everyone's Making Reels To

Old Songs Everyone's Making Reels To

Rediff.com   24 Jul 2025

Iconic songs, once popular in their own time, are being rediscovered by Gen Z and going viral.

How ATS Messed Up 7/11 Case

How ATS Messed Up 7/11 Case

Rediff.com   22 Jul 2025

The investigation for 7/11 blast in which 189 people died was under question mark from the very first month after the Mumbai Anti-Terrorism Squad started arresting the accused from different parts of city. Within 10 days of blast by July 22, 2006, ATS arrested all the 13 terror accused in the case under the leadership of ATS chief, K P Raghuvanshi.

'I Will Always Be Remembered For Don'

'I Will Always Be Remembered For Don'

Rediff.com   21 Jul 2025

'Don was declared a flop because not many people turned up.' 'Luckily, Khaike Paan Banaraswala became a big hit.' 'Word of mouth publicity led to the film becoming a big hit from the second week on.'

Spreading Love With Irani Chai

Spreading Love With Irani Chai

Rediff.com   19 Jul 2025

'Only a fool would put his life savings into a restaurant at 59... but I did'

'Before Rajiv Gandhi's Murder, No One Knew Suicide Bombers'

'Before Rajiv Gandhi's Murder, No One Knew Suicide Bombers'

Rediff.com   15 Jul 2025

'The LTTE were the pioneers of that.'

The Row Over Kashmir's Martyrs' Day

The Row Over Kashmir's Martyrs' Day

Rediff.com   15 Jul 2025

Visuals of Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah scaling the gate of the Naqshband Sahib graveyard and jostling with securitymen deployed there have gone viral.