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From stationery czar to loan defaulter: Story of Kanpur's Vikram Kothari

From stationery czar to loan defaulter: Story of Kanpur's Vikram Kothari

Rediff.com20 Feb 2018

Vikram Kothari finds himself stands accused of a bank loan default to the tune of thousands of crores.

Why Shabana Azmi wants MORE!

Why Shabana Azmi wants MORE!

Rediff.com18 Sep 2021

'I have been lucky to be at the right place at the right time. I do not rate myself as excellent.'

Save country from 'nationalist forces': Gujarat archbishop to Christians

Save country from 'nationalist forces': Gujarat archbishop to Christians

Rediff.com23 Nov 2017

He said the nationalist forces were "on the verge of taking over the country", which is why the Gujarat elections could make a difference.

James Murdoch says family is united as he takes helm of Fox

James Murdoch says family is united as he takes helm of Fox

Rediff.com25 Jun 2015

Some investors have questioned whether James is less attached to some parts of the media empire that his father built

'Once this wave peaks out, we expect India's growth story to come back'

'Once this wave peaks out, we expect India's growth story to come back'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

'While the country has been hit hard from a strong second wave of Covid, we believe the markets are willing to look through that.'

Shocking! What 16 minutes of sleep can do to your job

Shocking! What 16 minutes of sleep can do to your job

Rediff.com28 Apr 2019

According to a survey, employees who slept 16 minutes less than usual experienced more cognitive issues at work the next day.

Australian, Chinese envoys to India spar over SCS

Australian, Chinese envoys to India spar over SCS

Rediff.com31 Jul 2020

The Australian High Commissioner had said Australia remains deeply concerned by Chinese actions in the South China Sea that are 'destabilising and could provoke escalation'. In a tweet, the Chinese envoy took objection to his remarks and said they were made 'disregarding facts'.

Want to migrate to Nithyananda's 'Kailaasa'?

Want to migrate to Nithyananda's 'Kailaasa'?

Rediff.com16 Dec 2019

'It's a moot point if Kailaasa will ever evolve beyond being a haven for a fugitive from justice,' notes Devangshu Datta.

Mum Bhai review

Mum Bhai review

Rediff.com17 Nov 2020

Angad Bedi and Sikander Kher shine in this fast-paced thriller, notes Namrata Thakker.

The protector of women from breast cancer

The protector of women from breast cancer

Rediff.com11 Jun 2022

'Having dedicated my life towards improving breast healthcare in my motherland. I shall continue to work with rock-solid determination following this "chosen" path.'

What Savarkar Thought of Independence

What Savarkar Thought of Independence

Rediff.com20 Dec 2021

Savarkar believed Swarajya is more than the mere geographical independence of a stretch of earth called India. There was no point in fighting and sacrificing one's life for a Swarajya (mere territorial independence) at the cost of our Svatva (self-existence) or Hindutva itself! A revealing excerpt from Uday Mahurkar and Chirayu Pandit's Veer Savarkar: The Man Who Could Have Prevented Partition.

Is Indian economy in recovery mode?

Is Indian economy in recovery mode?

Rediff.com27 Oct 2020

Indicating a faster-than-expected recovery, remittances from migrant labourers and the number of first-time EPFO registrations have crossed the pre-lockdown levels in September, according to a report. Another silver lining is the massive 60 per cent increase in the number of Jan Dhan accounts to over 41 crore and the balances in them, which also indicate the fall in crimes during the lockdown months, SBI Research said in a report on Tuesday. After a significant reduction in remittances due to the lockdown in April, it improved in June and July, and the numbers in September have crossed the pre-pandemic level in February.

The most stylish theatres to watch a Bollywood film

The most stylish theatres to watch a Bollywood film

Rediff.com29 Dec 2016

With Mumbai's iconic Liberty cinema reopening for movie lovers, the spotlight is now on the city's famous Art Deco theatres.

What led the British to Leave India?

What led the British to Leave India?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2021

Attlee said Great Britain had concluded that the Indian element of the army was no longer reliable and that Netaji's Indian National Army had demonstrated that. That had shaken the foundation on which Britain's Indian empire rested, argues Lieutenant General Ashok Joshi (retd).

First look: Ajay Devgn in an as Taanaji

First look: Ajay Devgn in an as Taanaji

Rediff.com20 Jul 2017

Like Ajay Devgn in this new look?

Archway to history: India Gate turns 100

Archway to history: India Gate turns 100

Rediff.com11 Feb 2021

The 42-metre-high sandstone monument, sometimes compared to the Arc de Triomphe in Paris was laid down by Prince Arthur, the Duke of Connaught.

Can Malavika Hegde turn Cafe Coffee Day around?

Can Malavika Hegde turn Cafe Coffee Day around?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2020

V G Siddhartha's wife has the support of the employees. But the challenges ahead of her are tough.

SC on Mistry role: 'Person who sets own house on fire'

SC on Mistry role: 'Person who sets own house on fire'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2021

The Supreme Court has said that Cyrus Mistry's removal as executive chairman of Tata group was justified as a "a person who tries to set his own house on fire for not getting what he perceives as legitimately due to him, does not deserve to continue as part of any decision-making body".

Can the ISI keep the Taliban United?

Can the ISI keep the Taliban United?

Rediff.com26 Aug 2021

Despite dependence on the ISI for years of sustenance, Taliban leaders may harbour resentment over the ISI's excessive control, notes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at the Research and Analysis Wing.

Time for an India-Britain reset?

Time for an India-Britain reset?

Rediff.com17 Mar 2021

In the changed circumstances and attitudes in Britain, we must let bygones be bygones, argues Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Scientists identify unique patterns in COVID-19 spread in India

Scientists identify unique patterns in COVID-19 spread in India

Rediff.com1 Oct 2020

The study, published in the journal Science on Wednesday, assessed the disease transmission patterns in 5,75,071 individuals exposed to 84,965 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the two states based on data collected by tens of thousands of contact tracers.

Gorgeous pics of Pink supermoon to distact you from COVID-19

Gorgeous pics of Pink supermoon to distact you from COVID-19

Rediff.com8 Apr 2020

Looking to catch a break from all the events surrounding coronavirus, then here's some amazing images from the pink supermoon that occurred on Tuesday night, enthralling all!

Goa court acquits journalist Tarun Tejpal of rape charges

Goa court acquits journalist Tarun Tejpal of rape charges

Rediff.com21 May 2021

Tejpal, former Tehelka editor-in-chief, was accused of sexually assaulting the colleague inside the elevator of a luxury hotel in Goa in 2013.

Former BJD MP Jay Panda joins BJP ahead of polls

Former BJD MP Jay Panda joins BJP ahead of polls

Rediff.com4 Mar 2019

Panda met BJP chief Amit Shah and joined the party at its office in the national capital.

Booster dose of anti-Covid vax not needed at this stage: Experts

Booster dose of anti-Covid vax not needed at this stage: Experts

Rediff.com18 Sep 2021

As the global debate on booster shots gathers momentum, several scientists in New Delhi said the priority must be to ensure that more people are inoculated with at least their first jab.

India has world's 3rd highest number of billionaires; Mukesh Ambani back as Asia's richest

India has world's 3rd highest number of billionaires; Mukesh Ambani back as Asia's richest

Rediff.com7 Apr 2021

India has the third highest number of billionaires in the world after the US and China, according to a new list by the prestigious Forbes magazine, which said Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani reclaimed his spot as Asia's richest person, dethroning Chinese business tycoon Jack Ma who was the richest person in the region a year ago.

Bhima Koregaon violence: Pawar wants bigger picture

Bhima Koregaon violence: Pawar wants bigger picture

Rediff.com12 Sep 2020

'Isn't it tragic, comic as well as ironic that the people who owe their allegiance to the Constitution of India are declared deshdrohis without an iota of evidence?' 'But this mistake has to be corrected and those who actually and directly fomented the Bhima Koregaon riots and the masterminds behind these people will have to be exposed now.'

Trailer: Panipat looks like Bajirao Mastani 2.0!

Trailer: Panipat looks like Bajirao Mastani 2.0!

Rediff.com6 Nov 2019

Ashutosh Gowariker seems too inspired by Sanjay Leela Bhansali's way of making period films, feels Namrata Thakker.

Snooping has been around for ages

Snooping has been around for ages

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

The Orwellian surveillance State is here. And here to stay, asserts Virendra Kapoor.

COVID-19 vaccine at least a year away, say scientists

COVID-19 vaccine at least a year away, say scientists

Rediff.com16 Jun 2020

According to the World Health Organisation, 10 candidate vaccines for COVID-19 are in the clinical evaluation and 126 are in the pre-clinical stage.

The looming banking crisis no one's talking about

The looming banking crisis no one's talking about

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

The financial sector has been deeply troubled since 2013. It is now in a full-blown crisis, warns Devangshu Datta.

Bhanu Sahni: 'Ukraine is my second homeland'

Bhanu Sahni: 'Ukraine is my second homeland'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

'We feel betrayed by the West.'

Why were the BK 16 Arrested?

Why were the BK 16 Arrested?

Rediff.com17 Jul 2021

None of them had anything to do with the violence at Bhima Koregaon, where they were not even present, points out Aakar Patel.

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