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'Census Can't Happen Before 2024'

'Census Can't Happen Before 2024'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

'The general elections in May 2024 may not have any impact on the Census.'

Why this could be the marriage of the century

Why this could be the marriage of the century

Rediff.com3 May 2018

There is a reason why Surya and Ishan's wedding on May 10 will make history.

'I would have been the king of limited overs cricket'

'I would have been the king of limited overs cricket'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

'I am not envious of those who are making millions. It's their era and I had my era.'

China's population declines for first time since 1961

China's population declines for first time since 1961

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

China's population in 2022 -- 1.4118 billion -- fell by 850,000 from 2021, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) said.

Joshimath Crisis: What Happens To Badrinath Treasure?

Joshimath Crisis: What Happens To Badrinath Treasure?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

During the winter, Badrinath's 45 kg of gold and 35 kg of silver is kept at the Narsingh temple in Joshimath, located about half a kilometre from the houses which have developed cracks because of the subsidence.

I won't become a tennis ghost, says Federer

I won't become a tennis ghost, says Federer

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

Roger Federer brings down the curtain on his illustrious career later this week but the Swiss maestro has assured his millions of fans that he will not become a tennis ghost.

PM inaugurates underground museum of freedom fighters in Mumbai

PM inaugurates underground museum of freedom fighters in Mumbai

Rediff.com14 Jun 2022

The gallery has come up in a British-era bunker, discovered in the Raj Bhavan campus in south Mumbai in August 2016 during the tenure of the then-Governor C Vidyasagar Rao.

Down the Centuries: Five Days and 1406 km through Punjab

Down the Centuries: Five Days and 1406 km through Punjab

Rediff.com9 Dec 2013

For as long as he remembers, Deepak Kirpalani has been a traveller at heart. Recently, he travelled to Punjab and wrote in this fascinating travelogue which we are now publishing in four parts.

China warns of countermeasures for Covid curbs on its travellers abroad

China warns of countermeasures for Covid curbs on its travellers abroad

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

Foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning went on the offensive saying "we do not believe the entry restriction measures some countries have taken against China are science-based".

'Heir of ex-Qutub plot owner' moves court, to be heard on Sep 17

'Heir of ex-Qutub plot owner' moves court, to be heard on Sep 17

Rediff.com13 Sep 2022

A court in New Delhi on Tuesday reserved its order on an intervention application claiming the intervenor was a "necessary party" to an appeal seeking restoration of Hindu and Jain deities in an alleged temple complex inside the Qutub Minar.

Hardworking Sudharsan has the talent to go places

Hardworking Sudharsan has the talent to go places

Rediff.com4 May 2022

From shining in age-group and league cricket in Chennai to a breakout season in Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) before being fast-tracked into the state white-ball teams, things have moved rather swiftly for B Sai Sudharsan as he broke into the IPL.

For first time after March 2020, Delhi's LNJP hospital has 0 Covid cases

For first time after March 2020, Delhi's LNJP hospital has 0 Covid cases

Rediff.com17 Mar 2022

The Delhi government-run LNJP Hospital, the mainstay of the city's fight against the Covid-19 pandemic, now has "zero patient" admitted at the facility, the first time since March 2020, Health Minister Satyendar Jain said on Thursday.

What are Sunny and Vengsarkar doing at Wankhede?

What are Sunny and Vengsarkar doing at Wankhede?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2021

Cricketing legends Sunil Gavaskar and Dilip Vengsarkar received yet another tribute in their native Mumbai when the Sunil Gavaskar Box and Dilip Vengsarkar Stand were inaugurated at the city's Wankhede stadium.

Mob barges into heritage madrasa site in Karnataka, performs puja

Mob barges into heritage madrasa site in Karnataka, performs puja

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

According to the complainant Mohammed Shafiuddin, who is a mosque committee member, the incident took place when a procession to immerse a 'Durga' idol was passing near the place in the early hours of Thursday.

Kovind inaugurates Dhaka's Kali Mandir destroyed by Pak Army in 1971

Kovind inaugurates Dhaka's Kali Mandir destroyed by Pak Army in 1971

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

The temple was totally destroyed by the Pakistani Army's operation codenamed 'Operation Searchlight' in 1971, targeting the resistance movement in the country.

Whenever Aurangzeb attacks, Shivaji rises: Modi in Varanasi

Whenever Aurangzeb attacks, Shivaji rises: Modi in Varanasi

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

Modi lauded the civilisational heritage of Varanasi, and said many sultanates rose and collapsed but Benaras remained.

Column: Rebuilding Mumbai for the 21st century

Column: Rebuilding Mumbai for the 21st century

Rediff.com11 Nov 2009

Mumbai does not need to be - de-congested - it needs to redeploy its eastern seaboard.

Aishwarya's favourite city? Click here to see!

Aishwarya's favourite city? Click here to see!

Rediff.com16 Oct 2014

'The hotel room number can never total up to 8.' 'I fly First Class and won't take a pre-9am flight.' Check out Bollywood's travel plans.

Bharat Jodo Yatra at J-K's Samba under tight security after Jammu twin blasts

Bharat Jodo Yatra at J-K's Samba under tight security after Jammu twin blasts

Rediff.com22 Jan 2023

The Congress said the foot march, being led by party leader Rahul Gandhi, will proceed according to its schedule and reach Jammu on Monday afternoon.

Kashi Vishwanath-Gyanvapi issue: HC defers hearing till July 6

Kashi Vishwanath-Gyanvapi issue: HC defers hearing till July 6

Rediff.com21 May 2022

After hearing a length petition filed by the Anjuman Intazamiya Masjid of Varanasi and other connected matters, Justice Prakash Padia adjourned the hearing of the case till July 6.

Modi to inaugurate multi-crore Kashi Vishwanath corridor on Monday

Modi to inaugurate multi-crore Kashi Vishwanath corridor on Monday

Rediff.com12 Dec 2021

The inauguration of the state-of-the-art infrastructure surrounding the historic Kashi Vishwanath Temple near the iconic Dashashwamedh Ghat comes ahead of the assembly polls in Uttar Pradesh early next year.

Ambanis Bring A Wow! Centre To Mumbai

Ambanis Bring A Wow! Centre To Mumbai

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

Move over Sydney Opera House, Theatre Royal Drury Lane, Mumbai has a new entertainment venue that will rival many a global address.

A Last Kiss And Goodbye In Kyiv

A Last Kiss And Goodbye In Kyiv

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

Farewells and goodbyes. Always said in the hope that we will meet again.

Travel Quiz: How Well Do You Know India?

Travel Quiz: How Well Do You Know India?

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

If you consider yourself a passionate India traveller, have a go at this quiz on fallen-off-the-map places to visit in our country.

India witnessing death of democracy: Rahul Gandhi

India witnessing death of democracy: Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday alleged that India is witnessing the 'death of democracy' and anybody who stands against the onset of dictatorship is 'viciously attacked'.

'Hindu philosophy was sophisticated under Mughals'

'Hindu philosophy was sophisticated under Mughals'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2021

'Second-class citizenship would have been meaningless to a Hindu in the Mughal empire.'

'We just have to give them a good film and they will give you the numbers'

'We just have to give them a good film and they will give you the numbers'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

'Every film cannot do a business of Rs 200 crore.'

'Hindutva is the language you speak today'

'Hindutva is the language you speak today'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

'Education played the most significant role in entrenchment of Hindutva ideology in coastal Karnataka.' 'Teachers of most of the schools, junior colleges, degree colleges and universities are active agents of Hindutva propaganda.'

Dear Melania, know the Amdavad that welcomes you!

Dear Melania, know the Amdavad that welcomes you!

Rediff.com21 Feb 2020

As Melania Trump arrives in Ahmedabad, Sheela Bhatt offers the First Lady Of The United States a primer on one of India's oldest, and historic, cities.

Iceland Changes You Forever

Iceland Changes You Forever

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

The story of Iceland is the story of life, notes Payal Singh Mohanka after a recent journey to that fascinating land.

India ushers in New Year sans Covid curbs after 2 yrs

India ushers in New Year sans Covid curbs after 2 yrs

Rediff.com1 Jan 2023

Large crowds thronged popular boulevards, tourist hubs and entertainment centres across India and many joined special prayers at places of worship on Sunday as people stepped out to celebrate the New Year without COVID-19 restrictions.

'Peace of mind toh nahin hai ji'

'Peace of mind toh nahin hai ji'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2022

'It makes no sense at all to leave because I have my whole family with me.' 'My wife and children are citizens here.'

'Do you know why people build untouchability walls?'

'Do you know why people build untouchability walls?'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

'The main reason is 'they' do not want to see Dalits especially in the morning!'

Kept locked for 100 years, Van Gogh painting to be displayed for first time

Kept locked for 100 years, Van Gogh painting to be displayed for first time

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

A Street Scene In Montmartre has been owned by a French family for most of the time since it was painted in 1887.

BJP protests 'renaming' of Mumbai garden after Tipu Sultan

BJP protests 'renaming' of Mumbai garden after Tipu Sultan

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday protested the 'naming' of a renovated garden in Mumbai after Tipu Sultan, claiming that the 18th century Mysore ruler persecuted Hindus and his name was unacceptable for a public facility.

'I was in the best team that never played for India'

'I was in the best team that never played for India'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

Michael Dalvi, who played first class cricket for Delhi, Tamil Nadu and Bengal, once hit a century against a fiery Malcolm Marshall and the West Indies. At 77, he has a razor sharp memory, a ready wit and is a rare cricketing treasure.

World leaders extend condolences over Morbi bridge collapse

World leaders extend condolences over Morbi bridge collapse

Rediff.com31 Oct 2022

In his condolence message, Israeli Prime Minister Lapid said that the thoughts and prayers of all Israelis are with the people of India following yesterday's devastating bridge collapse in Gujarat.

'Should we even be leaving him alone?'

'Should we even be leaving him alone?'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

A few days later, we load up our stuff in the car and leave, as dada-ji stands at the gate. His face is tentative, and he definitely looks sad at the prospect of being alone for the first time in what must feel like a century.

Modi at G20: Return to path of ceasefire, diplomacy in Ukraine

Modi at G20: Return to path of ceasefire, diplomacy in Ukraine

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday underlined the need for not promoting any restrictions on the supply of energy and called for ensuring stability while once again emphasising on resolving the Ukraine conflict through diplomacy.

Full text: President Murmu's address to Parliament's Budget Session

Full text: President Murmu's address to Parliament's Budget Session

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

'Wherever in the world there is political instability, those countries are beset with severe crises today. But India is in a much better position than the rest of the world due to the decisions taken by my government in the national interest,' President Droupadi Murmu said in her address to both Houses of Parliament.