Sanaya Dalal

Stories by Sanaya Dalal

The burkini is just a bathing suit!

The burkini is just a bathing suit!

Rediff.com   30 Aug 2016

Sanaya Dalal on feminism, France and the burqa

Anna cares, Poonam bares -- and the public stares!

Anna cares, Poonam bares -- and the public stares!

Rediff.com   10 Sep 2012

There's a new human rights army looming on the Indian horizon -- and it's called the booby brigade!

We've thrown India to the lions

We've thrown India to the lions

Rediff.com   12 Aug 2011

'India is independent, but we've thrown her to the lions -- bribe-loving, paan-chewing lions who sing Hakuna Matata,' says Sanaya Dalal.

The Sania-Shoaib circus: Are you not entertained?

The Sania-Shoaib circus: Are you not entertained?

Rediff.com   13 Apr 2010

Is the Sania-Shoaib-Ayesha controversy a media monster or are the parties directly involved responsible for being pushed into the limelight?

Rahul Bose: Run with happiness in your heart

Rahul Bose: Run with happiness in your heart

Rediff.com   15 Jan 2010

We caught up with actor Rahul Bose for a quick tete-a-tete about the Mumbai Marathon and why it holds so much meaning for him, as a Mumbaiite, a philanthropist and a sportsman. Excerpts from an interview.

Gone too soon -- RIP, Michael

Gone too soon -- RIP, Michael

Rediff.com   26 Jun 2009

A surreal life and a tragic death -- here's to the late Michael Jackson, King of Pop.

'Nobody wants replay of the tragedy'

'Nobody wants replay of the tragedy'

Rediff.com   18 Dec 2008

'The Jewish community is now more prepared for such unfortunate incidents. Everyone is showing signs of alertness and wherever possible, security is being beefed up,' says Solomon Sopher, a leader of the Jewish community in Mumbai, after the attacks.

'We are mad as hell'

'We are mad as hell'

Rediff.com   3 Dec 2008

At 6 pm on December 3, Mumbai's youth intend to stage a 'non-cooperation' movement of sorts at the Gateway of India. Suparn Verma, filmmaker and ex-rediff employee, has spearheaded the protest, inviting everyone to join him.

Mumbai youth rally against terror

Mumbai youth rally against terror

Rediff.com   2 Dec 2008

People are determined not to let the terror situation die down, to nip our 'chalta hai' attitude in the bud once and for all. And standing front and centre is the city's youth, demanding answers and waiting to see who is held accountable.

'Congregation dissolved in tears at Moshe's grief'

'Congregation dissolved in tears at Moshe's grief'

Rediff.com   1 Dec 2008

Solomon Sopher, friend of the slain Holtzbergs, tells us of the condolence meeting held in memory of the couple on Monday morning.

Life lessons from Michael Phelps

Life lessons from Michael Phelps

Rediff.com   18 Aug 2008

At 23, swimmer Michael Phelps has become an international sporting sensation. Given his success, it's easy to slot Phelps into the 'born achievers' category -- but is he really a born achiever? Here's his story of struggle and success.

This Love Story is boring!

This Love Story is boring!

Rediff.com   7 Jul 2008

Harman Baweja's debut film Love Story 2050 is predictable, boring and a terrible waste of time. Avoid at all costs.

Kick the butt before you kick the bucket!

Kick the butt before you kick the bucket!

Rediff.com   30 May 2008

Young smokers, here's a heads-up on the risks of smoking! And we're not talking just serious concerns like heart attacks and cancer -- bad breath, yellow teeth and sagging skin are just a few of the other unpleasant side-effects!

Don't wield your gender like a weapon!

Don't wield your gender like a weapon!

Rediff.com   8 Mar 2008

What is it you should keep in mind when you belong to the fairer sex and are just starting out in the corporate world? Read on to find out.

New Year's Eve: Don't embarrass yourself tonight!

New Year's Eve: Don't embarrass yourself tonight!

Rediff.com   31 Dec 2007

Don't make a fool of yourself at tonight's New Year's Eve celebrations! A few dos and don'ts.

'How I founded my own company at 26'

'How I founded my own company at 26'

Rediff.com   3 Oct 2007

AT 26, he set up his own matrimony portal and managed it in his spare time from his living room at home. Murugavel Janakiraman, founder CEO of BharatMatrimony.com, shares how he went about making teh website one of the leading portals in its field.

Bungle the burglars: Keeping your home safe

Bungle the burglars: Keeping your home safe

Rediff.com   28 Aug 2007

It's time to stop hiding the house keys in the flower pot by the front door! Here's a few tips to keep your home safe from burglars.

Travelling in the monsoons? Read this

Travelling in the monsoons? Read this

Rediff.com   4 Jul 2007

People love going on vacation during the monsoons, despite the risk of their travel plans being washed out! Learn how to make the best of such situations.