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Delhi's hidden lakes off the tourist trails

Delhi's hidden lakes off the tourist trails

Rediff.com1 Feb 2016

Want to know about the hidden lakes in the urban sprawl of the National Capital Region? The author, Geetanjali Krishna goes on a trail in their search.

A small film with lots to say about the world

A small film with lots to say about the world

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

'Kumbalangi Nights is a movie that respects women, but most importantly, it's a movie that loves them,' says Sreehari Nair.

Sheena Bora case: Indrani spends her birthday in court

Sheena Bora case: Indrani spends her birthday in court

Rediff.com4 Jan 2019

Indrani is easily the most striking woman arriving in the court complex from jail on trial days. For those who don't know who she is, there is absurd puzzlement written large on faces when they bump into her. When she reaches or leaves the premises, one notices heads swivelling in jaw-dropping curiosity, as did a pair of transsexual undertrials who crossed her path at the last hearing of 2018, who were, not surprisingly, a less unusual sight than Indrani.

The new Honda BR-V is subtly macho

The new Honda BR-V is subtly macho

Rediff.com18 May 2016

Good looks and smart features in the new Honda BR-V make it ideal for those looking for a dash of thrill

America in the Trump era: What desis must do

America in the Trump era: What desis must do

Rediff.com23 Nov 2016

'For some South Asians, it may be tempting to think "I'm not Muslim, this doesn't really affect me".' 'But please know, it affects all of us,' says Arun Venugopal, a reporter at WNYC in New York.

Birthday Special: The mad, MAD face of Ranveer Singh!

Birthday Special: The mad, MAD face of Ranveer Singh!

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

Happy birthday, Ranveer!

'The veg cutlets were very tasty'

'The veg cutlets were very tasty'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2015

Rediff readers share their experiences of eating on Indian trains.

Pakistan probe team at Pathankot air base amidst protests

Pakistan probe team at Pathankot air base amidst protests

Rediff.com29 Mar 2016

The JIT will be taken to only those areas of the air force station that were accessed by the terrorists, who attacked the base in the early hours of January 2 this year.

Andhadhun made a forgotten star famous again

Andhadhun made a forgotten star famous again

Rediff.com27 Nov 2018

'The critics were writing so well about me, I was shocked!' 'My phone didn't stop ringing!' 'This is the biggest tribute for a senior actor.' 'Now, I can pack up.'

The Gali Guleiyan Review

The Gali Guleiyan Review

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

'The overarching fact of modern social behaviour isn't that we are irresponsible women and men, but that we are never quite sure, when and how to act responsibly.' 'This is the real side of every Twitter outrage, where those who tweet about stories of 'unreported domestic abuse' end up feeling superior to those neighbours who are summoned up as clueless witnesses.' 'This view of the supposed spiritual decay of our times, which is at the core of Gali Guleiyan, is thus more fashionable than perceptive,' says Sreehari Nair.

Review: Ishqedarriyaan is avoidable

Review: Ishqedarriyaan is avoidable

Rediff.com29 May 2015

The kindest thing one can say about Ishqedarriyaan is that it is yawn worthy

Dilemma of a Congress spokesman: Damned either way!

Dilemma of a Congress spokesman: Damned either way!

Rediff.com6 Nov 2014

It is, as a matter of fact, not the spokesman's 'responsibility' to answer questions pertaining to people who are not related to the party

PM on Mann ki Baat: 'Please trust this Pradhan Sevak on black money'

PM on Mann ki Baat: 'Please trust this Pradhan Sevak on black money'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his second 'Mann ki Baat' radio address to the nation on Sunday, said as far as the issue of black money was concerned, he would work to ensure that every single penny was returned back to the country.

An exciting rendezvous with auto beauties around the world!

An exciting rendezvous with auto beauties around the world!

Rediff.com10 Feb 2016

The most awaited car and bike biennial event turned out to be a grand success.

How I built the Miss Malini empire

How I built the Miss Malini empire

Rediff.com6 Mar 2018

Malini Agarwal reveals how she blogged her way to Bollywood, fame and success.

No new Muslim home-owners in Hindu areas, says VHP in Bhavnagar

No new Muslim home-owners in Hindu areas, says VHP in Bhavnagar

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

Ali Asghar Zaveri, a Muslim businessman who had purchased a sprawling bungalow in Bhavnagar's Krishna Nagar in 2014, has finally let go off his prized property, under duress from the VHP. Prasanna Zore reports on how the VHP went about its task.

Why I hope Hillary loses

Why I hope Hillary loses

Rediff.com8 Nov 2016

'Hillary Clinton is no friend of India,' says Rajeev Srinivasan. 'Not that Trump is necessarily one, but at least he gets the benefit of the doubt.'

India's equity returns story is bullish

India's equity returns story is bullish

Rediff.com20 May 2016

There are good reasons to believe that India is at the start of a long period of growth for equities.

Bear market can be prolonged but investors needn't worry

Bear market can be prolonged but investors needn't worry

Rediff.com7 Sep 2015

The new series claims GDP grew at seven per cent between April and June 2015, while gross value added (GVA) grew at 7.1 per cent.

Don't bother about rules in anti-Naxal op: CRPF DG to men

Don't bother about rules in anti-Naxal op: CRPF DG to men

Rediff.com13 Mar 2014

The Central Reserve Police Force top boss on Thursday said he has asked his troops deployed in anti-Naxal operations to even go to the extent of "violating" the Standard Operating Procedures if such a diversion in rules is required for operational efficiency and safety of the men.

The all new Figo Aspire costs only Rs 489,000

The all new Figo Aspire costs only Rs 489,000

Rediff.com12 Aug 2015

Figo Aspire has got all the flavours that put it in a good position amid rivals

PM Modi nominates 9 people for 'Swachh Bharat' challenge

PM Modi nominates 9 people for 'Swachh Bharat' challenge

Rediff.com2 Oct 2014

In his bid to make 'Swachh Bharat' a people's movement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday initiated a chain by inviting nine eminent personalities including cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar, Congress leader Shashi Tharoor, industrialist Anil Ambani along with several actors to spread awareness on cleanliness.

The Tigers' Triumph

The Tigers' Triumph

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

Triumph Motorcycles launched its 2015 Tiger XRx and XCx versions in India with a price tag of Rs 11.6 lakh and Rs 12.7 lakh respectively. These models come with superior ergonomics for enhanced comfort level and improved design for better durability. Let's check out the advanced features of these two Tigers and find out their advantages.

Opposition attacks Centre on Sri Sri Ravi Shankar event

Opposition attacks Centre on Sri Sri Ravi Shankar event

Rediff.com9 Mar 2016

In an attempt to corner the Centre, the Opposition raised the issue of the Indian Army's involvement in the Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's Art of Living event.

Sheena Bora Trial: Will the real Mekhail Bora please stand up?

Sheena Bora Trial: Will the real Mekhail Bora please stand up?

Rediff.com30 Aug 2018

'Who is the right Mekhail? Mekhail I or Mekhail II?'

5 reasons why Congress should merge with BJP

5 reasons why Congress should merge with BJP

Rediff.com30 Mar 2018

'I am quite optimistic that sooner or later, my wishful thinking would turn into a reality.' The only hitch is that the INC president's own career ambitions may be hurt if the Congress merges with the BJP,' says Sudhir Bisht.

Flower faces tough choices to help England bloom again

Flower faces tough choices to help England bloom again

Rediff.com18 Dec 2013

England's cataclysmic Ashes loss with two Tests to spare has sparked the usual calls for heads to roll in all departments, but confusion reigns as to whether Andy Flower will man the guillotine or put himself beneath the blade.

Rescuing the Ganga and the country

Rescuing the Ganga and the country

Rediff.com20 May 2015

If the Ganga manages a rebirth, so will the country.Roy

Busted: 11 myths about acne you thought were true!

Busted: 11 myths about acne you thought were true!

Rediff.com30 Oct 2014

There are several myths abound about acne cures. Some of these so-called solutions can actually make the problem worse. So beware

French Open PHOTOS: Murray, Halep advance; Kvitova bows out

French Open PHOTOS: Murray, Halep advance; Kvitova bows out

Rediff.com27 May 2016

Photos from French Open matches played at the Roland Garros on Friday

8 bad hair habits you need to stop today

8 bad hair habits you need to stop today

Rediff.com16 Oct 2014

Thinning and falling hair can give anyone nightmares. It's much easier to prevent rather than treat it. A lot of your habits can cause damage and harm to your hair.

More pain ahead for banking stocks

More pain ahead for banking stocks

Rediff.com20 Aug 2013

Banking stocks, including top ones like State Bank of India, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Bank of Baroda and Bank of India, among others, have fallen sharply in the last one month.

Obama relives the night Osama was killed

Obama relives the night Osama was killed

Rediff.com3 May 2016

Five years after Operation Neptune Spear took out Osama bin Laden, US President Barack Obama relives the historic night with television channel CNN's Peter Bergen at the Situation Room of the White House.

What remains of the October Revolution in St Petersburg

What remains of the October Revolution in St Petersburg

Rediff.com17 Nov 2017

It's been 100 years since Lenin and the Bolsheviks overthrew the government, and its legacy remains visible even today in the buildings and monuments scattered throughout St Petersburg.

PHOTOS: Smith breaks Bradman's record to give Australia big lead

PHOTOS: Smith breaks Bradman's record to give Australia big lead

Rediff.com9 Jan 2015

Australia captain Steve Smith slammed a half-century to break Don Bradman's record for the most runs in a Test series against India and put the hosts in control on Day 4 of the fourth and final Test in Sydney.

The extraordinary story of an unsung billionaire

The extraordinary story of an unsung billionaire

Rediff.com21 Nov 2014

Qimat Rai Gupta's roots were truly modest. Early in life, he had even sold oil on a cycle in the villages of Punjab.

10 nations where people survive on less than $1.25 a day

10 nations where people survive on less than $1.25 a day

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

About one-third of the world's poor live in India but there are countries where 88 per cent of population is extremely poor.

It can't get any worse for Kiran Kumar Reddy!

It can't get any worse for Kiran Kumar Reddy!

Rediff.com14 Oct 2013

The Andhra Pradesh chief minister has just witnessed his state's division and the idea of leaving the Congress to launch a regional party might leave him with nothing, says Aditi Phadnis

Taking a stand on yoga

Taking a stand on yoga

Rediff.com22 Jun 2015

Two fitness experts weigh in on what works for them in the ancient Indian practice and what doesn't

Modi faces some challenges in Varansai, but Kejriwal isn't one of them

Modi faces some challenges in Varansai, but Kejriwal isn't one of them

Rediff.com25 Mar 2014

Arvind Kejriwal's challenge is unlikely to even cause Narendra Modi to change his schedule. The only person it will embarrass, likely, is Kejriwal, says Mihir S Sharma