The modern world will not accommodate bigotry of the sort India is showing the world today, argues Aakar Patel.
Deol, who was elected as MP from Gurdaspur after defeating Congress's Sunil Jakhar by 82,459 votes in the Lok Sabha polls this year, has come under scrutiny for his lack of attendance in the Lower House.
'The vitriol against Deepika Padukone, who is a hugely popular star, will fade over time. But let's not forget what caused it,' says Shuma Raha.
What has not changed in a decade is the character of Rizwan Khan. He is complex, multi-dimensional and lovable. In fact, his character continues to grow on you, notes Mohammad Asim Siddiqui.
'All the guys in this country were stuck in the 'alpha' for the longest time.' 'They were told not to cry, be the man in the house.' 'I wanted to touch upon that vulnerability and innocence that is still alive in men.'
Tim Paine said he was living with 'his head in the sand' before the Black Lives Movement
'I am glad people are talking about Atrangi Re, good or bad. I'd be worried if they had nothing to say.'
Yet even though the Swiss lack world stars like France's Antoine Griezmann, Karim Benzema or Kylian Mbappe, Spain must be prepared for a long evening finding their way through Vladimir Petkovic's disciplined side on Friday in St Petersburg.
Rediff readers tell us how their best friends have stayed with them through the good and tough times.
Deposing for the third day after his cross-examination began on Wednesday, Headley said Yousuf Raza Gilani, former Pak PM, had visited his house after the 26/11 attacks.
'The way discrimination against Muslims has become almost normalised is very upsetting.'
"We require new rules and laws to tackle and manage. The government is already working in this direction," he added.
Bestselling author Dan Brown spoke at the Penguin Annual Lecture in Mumbai on November 12. Snapshots from the evening
"The Congress ideology...the ideology it follows has been existing in India for thousands of years. Just like the RSS has its icons, the Congress has its own icons... they are different icons. But, we have them, it is about bringing this ideological ocean and allowing our people to swim in it," he said.
'What a lovely person he is!'
Despite all its drawbacks, I was engrossed in Toofaan and the intensity Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra imbues it with for most part, observes Sukanya Verma.
'Nothing in this house was going right, even in terms of feeling normal, feeling light for a moment. It was very difficult but it made me stronger.'
According to a recent survey, 69.25% women stated that wearing a comfortable pair of lingerie helps them focus more on things around them and they feel more confident about themselves.
Our demonisation and dehumanisation of minorities and especially Muslims is so complete that calls for the abduction of and sexual violence against Muslim girls are acceptable in our society today and can be made in public spaces. The damage we have done to India internally and externally will be lasting, warns Aakar Patel.
'He is absolutely chilled out, he says our only focus is how we can be the best team of all time'
The move by the two Silicon Valley companies came the day when Twitter permanently suspended Trump's account due to "risk of further incitement of violence".
The supermodel uses fashion to send across a social message to her fans.
Relationship problems? Let Love Guru help.
'Every piece of content, every thought, has stemmed from reality and personal experiences.'
Rahul knew this was coming. That 'dirt' would be dug up.
The Hate Story 2 actress is due in April.
In her weekly column, mental health guru Anu Krishna offers advice on how to take charge of your life.
Varsha Bhosle salutes that effervescent icon of Indian cinema, Dev Anand.
The party released its manifesto -- Samajwadi Vachan Patra -- for the coming assembly elections, shortly after the BJP released its own.
'Youth is meant to live without fear, live free and always feel that they can chase the sun.'
Mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take charge of your life.
In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.
'In the house, everybody wants to play a game so they might get offended in a matter of seconds.'
Internet sensation Deepika Ghose tells the real story.
Mumbai Indians opener Quinton de Kock rued the lack of support for Hardik Pandya, whose incredible power-hitting kept Kolkata Knight Riders on tenterhooks till the final ball of the 18th over.
Liverpool stuttered into the quarter-finals of the Champions League with a 2-1 aggregate win over Inter Milan after suffering a 1-0 loss to the Italian side, who were reduced to 10 men, at Anfield on Tuesday.
Baktash Noori stood by a sign which declared 'I'm a Muslim and I trust you. Do you trust me enough for a hug?'
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