Search results for ' Life Itself'

Mahesh Bhatt: 'I Love Him As I Have Loved Nothing Else In My Life'

Mahesh Bhatt: 'I Love Him As I Have Loved Nothing Else In My Life'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

'The greatest love story of my life was with this man. He cured me of the spiritual question and threw me back into the real world.'

Jyotika-Suriya Renew Wedding Vows

Jyotika-Suriya Renew Wedding Vows

Rediff.com1 days ago

Suriya and Jyotika marked their 20th wedding anniversary by renewing their vows in a touching ceremony.

Nepal flash floods: 'It was my last race between life and death'

Nepal flash floods: 'It was my last race between life and death'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

Survivors of the recent flash floods along Nepal's Bhotekoshi river have shared harrowing accounts of desperate escapes, witnessing homes collapse, and friends being swept away by torrents of water, mud, and debris. Many described a frantic race to higher ground as the 'monster thing' of water and mud approached.

First-ever Ganga Aarti held on River Thames in UK

First-ever Ganga Aarti held on River Thames in UK

Rediff.com3 days ago

Thousands gathered on the banks of the River Thames in London for the first-ever Ganga Aarti, a traditional Hindu ceremony of light and thanksgiving. Organised by Chinmaya Mission UK as part of the 'Totally Thames' festival, the event symbolised gratitude for nature and knowledge, while also celebrating 75 years of the Chinmaya Mission. The ceremony was conducted on land to ensure environmental responsibility.

OTT Releases: Vishwanath & Sons, Ghamasaan, Revolutionaries

OTT Releases: Vishwanath & Sons, Ghamasaan, Revolutionaries

Rediff.com2 days ago

This week's OTT releases offer a diverse selection, from Suriya's family drama Vishwanath & Sons and Nikkhil Advani's historical series The Revolutionaries to thrillers like Ghamasaan and international mysteries.

Arundhati Bhattacharya: 'Nothing Was Guaranteed, Nothing Was Given'

Arundhati Bhattacharya: 'Nothing Was Guaranteed, Nothing Was Given'

Rediff.com2 days ago

'Giving up is very easy. But don't give up. Try out whatever you can. Something will happen.'

'Modi Doesn't Take Decisions In A Day'

'Modi Doesn't Take Decisions In A Day'

Rediff.com13 hours ago

'If he settles on something, there are fifty considerations behind it -- the pros and cons, all of it.'

5 Life Lessons From Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey

5 Life Lessons From Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

'The truth is Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey ultimately isn't about ancient Greece. It's about us. We all carry a Trojan Horse. We all imagine an Ithaca. We all fight monsters. We all battle invisible demons. And eventually, we all discover that arriving somewhere is never the end of becoming someone,' points out Deep Malhotra.

7 Life Lessons From Spider-Man: Brand New Day

7 Life Lessons From Spider-Man: Brand New Day

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

Spider-Man: Brand New Day shows that even superheroes need friends, healthy outlets for their emotions and the courage to learn from their mistakes.

Indian Surfing Team Eyes Olympic Qualification Via Asian Games

Indian Surfing Team Eyes Olympic Qualification Via Asian Games

Rediff.com5 hours ago

Frenchman Samai Reboul, coach of the Indian national surfing team, views India's Asian Games debut as a crucial step towards qualifying for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The team, comprising two men and two women, is preparing in Mahabalipuram for the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, where surfing makes its continental debut and offers Olympic quota places.

SEMICON India 2026: Unpacking India's Strategic Push For Chip Manufacturing

SEMICON India 2026: Unpacking India's Strategic Push For Chip Manufacturing

Rediff.com1 days ago

India is making a significant push to establish itself as a global semiconductor manufacturing hub, driven by strategic investments and policy support. The upcoming SEMICON India 2026 event will showcase the country's advancements and ambitions in this critical industry, which underpins virtually all modern electronic devices and has faced global supply chain vulnerabilities.

Mukesh Ambani: 'When Women of India Rise, India Rises'

Mukesh Ambani: 'When Women of India Rise, India Rises'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'When the women of India become unstoppable, India becomes unstoppable.'

West Bengal Launches Quantum And Semiconductor Tech Section To Attract Investments

West Bengal Launches Quantum And Semiconductor Tech Section To Attract Investments

Rediff.com2 days ago

West Bengal has launched an Emerging Quantum and Semiconductor Technologies (EQST) section at CSIR-CGCRI to attract investments and position the state as a hub for next-generation technology. Minister Kalyan Chakraborti highlighted India's need to invest in these crucial sectors and outlined the state's plans to collaborate with institutions and leverage budget initiatives to foster research and start-ups.

The Real Narendra Modi You Don't Know

The Real Narendra Modi You Don't Know

Rediff.com13 hours ago

'Modi played a lot of cricket -- he had his own cricket team in his school days. He was a good cricketer.'

7 Scams That Can Empty Your Bank Account

7 Scams That Can Empty Your Bank Account

Rediff.com2 days ago

A frozen phone screen, a fake customer-care call, a screen-sharing request or even a duplicate SIM can give cybercriminals a route into your bank account.

Naomi Osaka's 'Swaggy' Look Turns Heads At US Open

Naomi Osaka's 'Swaggy' Look Turns Heads At US Open

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Naomi Osaka's US Open campaign, though ending in defeat, was marked by her bold fashion choices and a profound reflection on her life as a mother, redefining her approach to Grand Slam success.

Why BJP, Congress Watch CJP's Future Moves

Why BJP, Congress Watch CJP's Future Moves

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Some see in the CJP the potential of weakening the Opposition. Hence the BJP/RSS's 'softly softly catchee monkey' approach, with co-option being the ultimate aim, points out Aditi Phadnis.

Asian Games: Indian Shooters Face Logistical Hurdles In Nagoya

Asian Games: Indian Shooters Face Logistical Hurdles In Nagoya

Rediff.com7 hours ago

A senior coach from India's shooting contingent for the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games has voiced disappointment over the logistical arrangements, particularly the long travel times to the training venue.

Gandhari Review: Taapsee's Blind Fury Lacks Logic

Gandhari Review: Taapsee's Blind Fury Lacks Logic

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

All of Gandhari's attempts to shroud itself in mystery are laughable, sighs Sukanya Verma.

Taapsee Or Hrithik: Who Nailed The 'Blind' Act?

Taapsee Or Hrithik: Who Nailed The 'Blind' Act?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

From forgettable turns to award-worthy performances, these actors have brought visually impaired characters to life on screen in the last decade.

Taapsee In Gandhari Mode: 'What Does It Mean To Lose Your Child?'

Taapsee In Gandhari Mode: 'What Does It Mean To Lose Your Child?'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

'When her child is in danger, I don't think a mother has any boundaries in her mind.'

The Long Road To Viksit Bharat

The Long Road To Viksit Bharat

Rediff.com2 days ago

The question for the next 20 years is not whether India can become a $5 trillion or $10 trillion economy. Those are attractive targets, but the real question is whether India can create enough productive jobs, educate its children properly, make its cities liveable, and give hundreds of millions of people a substantially better life, asserts Ramesh Menon.

Nifty's late swings punish longs and shorts as thin liquidity creates havoc

Nifty's late swings punish longs and shorts as thin liquidity creates havoc

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

The Nifty 50 experienced significant volatility during its closing auction session, leading to losses for both long and short retail options traders due to thin liquidity and rapid price swings, particularly in private-sector banks.

'OG' to 'flex': Modi uses GenZ lingo in SRCC address

'OG' to 'flex': Modi uses GenZ lingo in SRCC address

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi employed Gen Z-friendly phrases like "OG" and referenced the film 'Dhurandhar' during his address at Delhi University's Shri Ram College of Commerce. This move, 13 years after a previous impactful speech at the same venue, is part of a broader strategy by the BJP to connect with younger audiences, contrasting India's past challenges with its current global standing.

Rhea Chakraborty: 'I Am The Most Trolled Person In The Country'

Rhea Chakraborty: 'I Am The Most Trolled Person In The Country'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

'I have got the clean chit this year itself. People have realised that I am an innocent. I have been under doubt for a long time.'

Irdai's crackdown on insurer operating costs signals stricter compliance

Irdai's crackdown on insurer operating costs signals stricter compliance

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India's (Irdai) recent actions against insurers for breaching expense of management (EoM) limits indicate a serious commitment to enforcing operating and distribution cost controls, according to industry experts.

Japan aims for cricket growth with historic India T20 match

Japan aims for cricket growth with historic India T20 match

Rediff.com6 days ago

Japan's cricket captain Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming and all-rounder Charlie Hara-Hinze believe the upcoming historic T20 match against India on September 22 can serve as a crucial springboard for the sustained growth of cricket in Japan, a country traditionally dominated by baseball.

When Bappa Showed Us How To Do More...

When Bappa Showed Us How To Do More...

Rediff.com2 days ago

We started with notebooks and graduated to lavatories, self defence classes, laptops during the lockdown... And, every Ganeshotsav, the contributions increased, says Ananya Chincholikar.

Why AI Sovereignty Is Key To India's National Cybersecurity

Why AI Sovereignty Is Key To India's National Cybersecurity

Rediff.com5 Sep 2026

Gaganyaan astronaut Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair stressed the critical importance of AI sovereignty for national cybersecurity, citing the increasing difficulty in distinguishing between real and fake content due to AI. Speaking at the Kerala Cyber Suraksha Summit, Nair highlighted that future conflicts and industries would involve a 'whole-of-nation approach,' blurring physical and digital boundaries. He urged greater awareness of digital threats and emphasised India's need to build on its technological capabilities in AI and cybersecurity, drawing parallels with the success of Chandrayaan-3. Other speakers also underscored the rising threat of cyberattacks and the potential for Kerala to contribute to national technology requirements.

'Growth Is For 3%-4%. 96% Are Suffering'

'Growth Is For 3%-4%. 96% Are Suffering'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

'They are claiming that they are very good in governance. All governments do propaganda. This is the propaganda of the government that they are doing very well, in spite of all the troubles.'

'Growth Is For 3%-4%. 96% Are Suffering'

'Growth Is For 3%-4%. 96% Are Suffering'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

'They are claiming that they are very good in governance. All governments do propaganda. This is the propaganda of the government that they are doing very well, in spite of all the troubles.'

Don't send your kids to Delhi, say shattered families

Don't send your kids to Delhi, say shattered families

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Families of students killed or injured in a paying guest accommodation collapse in Delhi's Satya Niketan are returning home shattered, questioning the city's safety and warning others against sending their children to the national capital for education.

Nepal Disaster: 'It Doesn't Look Like A Single Cause'

Nepal Disaster: 'It Doesn't Look Like A Single Cause'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'It appears to be a combination: A glacier breaking away, and a dam-like formation downstream reaching capacity and releasing water suddenly.'

Students Abroad: Simple Indian Recipes

Students Abroad: Simple Indian Recipes

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Living away from home can be tough, especially if you have to cook on your own or rely on takeaways. Simple solutions for you!

Reliance, Rolls-Royce join hands to build India's fighter jet engine

Reliance, Rolls-Royce join hands to build India's fighter jet engine

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Reliance Industries and Rolls-Royce on Friday said they intend to jointly develop a sovereign combat engine for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programme, marking a bid by India's largest private-sector company and Britain's storied aero-engine maker to build indigenous fighter-jet propulsion capability in the country.

Reliance, Rolls-Royce join hands to build India's fighter jet engine

Reliance, Rolls-Royce join hands to build India's fighter jet engine

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Reliance Industries and Rolls-Royce on Friday said they intend to jointly develop a sovereign combat engine for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programme, marking a bid by India's largest private-sector company and Britain's storied aero-engine maker to build indigenous fighter-jet propulsion capability in the country.

School Education Takes A Hit In Bihar Floods

School Education Takes A Hit In Bihar Floods

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Floods have forced hundreds of government schools across Bihar to shut, disrupting studies for thousands of students.

Mammootty@75: His 10 Best Family Dramas

Mammootty@75: His 10 Best Family Dramas

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Mammootty has played the family man through all its shades, and these 10 films prove just how devastatingly good he can be when he brings the tears along with the warmth.

Celebrating Bollywood's Fierce Female Cops

Celebrating Bollywood's Fierce Female Cops

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

From Kareena Kapoor Khan's 'cop who wears lipstick' in Daayra to Rani Mukerji's relentless Shivani Shivaji Rao in the Mardaani series, Bollywood has seen a rise in powerful and nuanced portrayals of female police officers tackling brutal crimes and societal challenges.

Ellora's Magnificent Kailasa Temple

Ellora's Magnificent Kailasa Temple

Rediff.com7 days ago

The magnificent Kailasa temple stands as a testament to ancient Indian engineering and artistic brilliance, carved meticulously from a single mountain.