News for '-bombay'

Kajol, Yug Serve Bhog At Durga Puja

Kajol, Yug Serve Bhog At Durga Puja

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Like every year, the Mukherjees got together to celebrate Durga Puja, looking beautiful in their colourful traditional wear.

BMW hit-and-run case: HC refuses to release Mihir Shah

BMW hit-and-run case: HC refuses to release Mihir Shah

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

The Bombay High Court has refused to release Mihir Shah, the main accused in a BMW hit-and-run case, on the grounds of "illegal" arrest. Shah, the son of a former Shiv Sena leader, and his driver had filed petitions in the HC claiming they have been illegally detained. The court dismissed the petitions, stating that the police had not informed them the grounds of their arrest at the time, which was in violation of the law. Both Shah and his driver are presently in judicial custody.

Non-consensual intercourse with minor wife is rape: HC

Non-consensual intercourse with minor wife is rape: HC

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

The man, who was sentenced to 10 years in jail by the sessions court, claimed since the victim was his wife, their sexual relationship cannot be termed as rape.

Sanjeeda Shaikh Took Everyone's Breath Away

Sanjeeda Shaikh Took Everyone's Breath Away

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

ALL eyes are on Sanjeeda

'Gandhiji Gave Me Contentment'

'Gandhiji Gave Me Contentment'

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Gandhiji asked me if I had sufficient warm clothes in view of the coming cold season. I said yes. But he verified my statement by asking Miraben to search my bag to make sure. Such was Gandhiji.

An Angel Named Palak Tiwari

An Angel Named Palak Tiwari

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

She wafted down the ramp like she had stepped out of your dream.

Paying the price for...: Kangana after HC order on 'Emergency'

Paying the price for...: Kangana after HC order on 'Emergency'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Emergency is caught up in a controversy after Sikh organisations, including the Shiromani Akali Dal, objected, accusing it of misrepresenting the community and getting historical facts wrong.

Diana Penty What's Your Secret?

Diana Penty What's Your Secret?

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

She glowed. And she twinkled.

CJI Chandrachud: A legacy of landmark verdicts that shaped society, row

CJI Chandrachud: A legacy of landmark verdicts that shaped society, row

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

While that created a stir so did the decision on his penultimate day at work with the Supreme Court rechristening its summer vacation "partial court working days", an issue that has led to criticism that the apex court judges enjoyed long breaks.

ED raids Shilpa Shetty's husband in porn films case

ED raids Shilpa Shetty's husband in porn films case

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday raided the premises of businessman Raj Kundra, the husband of actor Shilpa Shetty, and some others as part of a money laundering case linked to alleged distribution of pornographic content. Around 15 locations in Mumbai and Uttar Pradesh are being searched. The probe pertains to the role of suspects in alleged distribution of pornographic content through mobile applications and other modes.

After row, economist Ajit Ranade quits as Gokhale Institute VC

After row, economist Ajit Ranade quits as Gokhale Institute VC

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Ranade was earlier removed from the position on September 14 by the then chancellor Bibek Debroy, after a fact-finding committee concluded that his appointment as the GIPE's VC did not conform to the UGC regulations on minimum qualifications for the appointment of teachers and other academic staff.

Can You Pout Like Janhvi?

Can You Pout Like Janhvi?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Beautiful celeb posts to bright up the start of your week.

A Political Legend Turns 100

A Political Legend Turns 100

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

A product of the 1942 Quit India movement, a Gandhian and a Socialist who remains closely connected with grassroot movements, Dr G G Parikh remains a familiar figure in Maharashtra.

High Court Restores Construction Workers' Rights

High Court Restores Construction Workers' Rights

Rediff.com9 Nov 2024

Justices Arif S Doctor and Somasekhar Sundaresan held there was nothing in the MCC that would interfere with the Board's ongoing activities.

Chahal-Shaw Bond In Britain

Chahal-Shaw Bond In Britain

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

Chahal and Shaw attended the English Premier League season opener between Manchester United and Fulham at Old Trafford on Friday.

The Shyam Benegal I Knew

The Shyam Benegal I Knew

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

His cinema of compassion inspired me, gave me tools to develop empathy for others. But it also made me understand that serious, socially committed cinema with deeply engaging narratives and great performances is an art form to admire, appreciate and explore. Aseem Chhabra remembers Shyam Benegal, who passed into the ages on Monday evening.

2024's Must Watch Indian Films

2024's Must Watch Indian Films

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Aseem Chhabra picks his top 10 Indian films of 2024, which includes films that have had theatrical releases or are streaming on OTT.

Hum hain naye...: When CJI refers to 'Dil Chahta Hai'

Hum hain naye...: When CJI refers to 'Dil Chahta Hai'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

Speaking after laying the foundation stone of the Bombay high court's new complex on land allotted by the Maharashtra government in Mumbai's upscale Bandra area, he noted the mega project was a collaboration between the state and the judiciary to provide modern infrastructure to citizens.

Dia's Magical Allure

Dia's Magical Allure

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

A fiesta of the best Indian handloom.

Will Deepika Deliver Her Baby Here?

Will Deepika Deliver Her Baby Here?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

It could be the H N Reliance hospital in south Mumbai, which has seen quite a few celebrity babies being born.

3rd Bombay HC judge recuses from hearing Elgar case

3rd Bombay HC judge recuses from hearing Elgar case

Rediff.com20 Apr 2022

Justice Sadhana Jadhav of the Bombay high court has recused herself from hearing a bunch of petitions about the Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case, the third judge of the HC to do so this year.

How Mannara And Jason Set The Ramp On Fire

How Mannara And Jason Set The Ramp On Fire

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

See how Mannara Chopra and Jason Shah bring summer temperatures back to Mumbai at the BT FW.

Why Barricade Is Gaining Popularity

Why Barricade Is Gaining Popularity

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

A poignant political play, needed for today's times, is being staged in Mumbai.

No greater feeling than serving those in need: CJI Chandrachud

No greater feeling than serving those in need: CJI Chandrachud

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

In his address, CJI Chandrachud recounted his journey, from sitting in the last row of the court as a young law student to his time on the revered corridors of the top court.

'Not going to be easy, have to bat really well': Ashwin

'Not going to be easy, have to bat really well': Ashwin

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

Senior off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin admitted that a chase of around 150 won't be very easy for the Indian batters on a not-so typical Wankhede turner, where the track is behaving differently at two ends.

When Security Wouldn't Let The Ustad In

When Security Wouldn't Let The Ustad In

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

'The security guards at the stadium did not recognise him. He kept saying he was Zakir Hussain but they did not permit him to enter.' 'Zakir bhai was calm and told me it is not their fault. They were doing their job.'

Dharavi redevelopment: HC upholds award of tender to Adani Group

Dharavi redevelopment: HC upholds award of tender to Adani Group

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

The Bombay high court on Friday upheld the tender awarded to an Adani Group firm by the Maharashtra government for the Dharavi slum redevelopment project in Mumbai, ruling there was no 'arbitrariness, unreasonableness or perversity' in the decision.

Historic! Haryana's Kamboj picks all 10 wickets in an innings!

Historic! Haryana's Kamboj picks all 10 wickets in an innings!

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

Haryana seamer Anshul Kamboj is only the third bowler in the history of Ranji Trophy to take all 10 wickets in an innings.

No trademark, copyright rights for FB group, rules Bombay HC

No trademark, copyright rights for FB group, rules Bombay HC

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

The recovery and restoration of ownership of a group on Facebook cannot be termed as a dispute relating to trademark and intellectual property, the Bombay high court said while holding that a civil court has the jurisdiction to hear a suit seeking such declaration.

Gandhi And Bose: A Complex Partnership

Gandhi And Bose: A Complex Partnership

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

The two leaders had a complex relationship yet formed a partnership and even after their parting of ways, the two admired each other in their efforts for India's freedom.

The Girl Who Made A Huge Splash In 2024

The Girl Who Made A Huge Splash In 2024

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

'Konkona just walked up, and both of us froze. She was tearing up, and I was like this is unbelievable.' 'We had Tannishtha Chatterjee, Divya Dutta, Rasika Dugal, Dia Mirza... women I've idolised.'

Recipe: Anita's Bombil Fish Curry

Recipe: Anita's Bombil Fish Curry

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

The simple pleasures of Bombay Duck curry.

When Mahatma Gandhi Gave British Sleepless Nights

When Mahatma Gandhi Gave British Sleepless Nights

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Government was watching Gandhiji's mood to know if he had cooled down. They found out from his letters and utterances that he was the same old firebrand and even more determined than before.

'Varun's Citadel Character Is Fully Bambaiya'

'Varun's Citadel Character Is Fully Bambaiya'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

'I would think a hundred times before I wrote a gay character or a mentally challenged character because it requires a lot of research and empathy. That's the reason I shy away entirely from stories that have rape. I just can't. It's just terrifying for me, as a woman, to handle subjects like that because it's so sensitive.'

Dreams Do Come True In Dharavi!

Dreams Do Come True In Dharavi!

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

Simran Shaikh stays in a tiny 12 by 12 feet room along with her grandmother, parents and siblings. On Sunday, her life changed perhaps forever when she became the most expensive hire at the Women's Premier League auction.

'You Need A Thick Skin For This Industry'

'You Need A Thick Skin For This Industry'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

'My father is a businessman and he has gone through a lot of ups and down.' 'When I see him have the money and then lose it all, but keep trying at this age, I feel if he can do it, then why cannot I?' 'That has been my biggest motivating factor.'

The Women We Loved In 2024

The Women We Loved In 2024

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Sukanya Verma raises a toast to the top female performers of 2024.

Who Says Our Netas Are Not Educated?

Who Says Our Netas Are Not Educated?

Rediff.com17 Dec 2024

In Maharashtra's 288-member assembly, the share of legislators with college degrees increased over the past decade.

Noel Tata To Debut At Tata Sons Board Meeting Today

Noel Tata To Debut At Tata Sons Board Meeting Today

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

Indications are that the Tata Sons stand on listing of the company may come up for a discussion even if it's not part of the agenda

Provide details of burnt properties, SC tells Manipur govt

Provide details of burnt properties, SC tells Manipur govt

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

The top court asked the state government to spell out details of its actions taken against the culprits and the encroachers.