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8th round of talks today, farmers stick to their guns

8th round of talks today, farmers stick to their guns

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

A day before the eighth round of talks, the government and the farmer unions stuck to their respective positions on Thursday -- the agitating farmers took out tractor rallies to press their demand for rollback of new agri laws and the Centre asserted it is ready to consider any proposal other than their repeal.

'Delhi Chalo': What the farmers' protest is all about

'Delhi Chalo': What the farmers' protest is all about

Rediff.com28 Nov 2020

Thousands of farmers have reached the national capital on their tractor-trolleys and other vehicles, responding to the 'Delhi Chalo' call against the agri-marketing laws enacted at the Centre in September. On Saturday morning, it wasn't clear if they will agree to move to the Burari ground on the outskirts of the city, where police said they can continue with their protest. Many protesters were demanding a better venue in the centre of Delhi. Originally, the protest was meant to be on November 26 and 27.

10 Times Controversies HELPED Bollywood

10 Times Controversies HELPED Bollywood

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

Joginder Tuteja looks at movies that did well despite controversy.

ICC Rankings: Mandhana rises to career-best spot

ICC Rankings: Mandhana rises to career-best spot

Rediff.com10 Mar 2019

India opener Smriti Mandhana has jumped three places to reach a career-best third position in the latest ICC Women's T20I Player rankings released on Sunday.

'Home focuses on the middle class's biggest fear'

'Home focuses on the middle class's biggest fear'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

'Ekta Kapoor candidly confessed that she is equated with scandal, sleaze and shocking content.' 'So it's gutsy on her part that she is not bothered if our Indian audience is ready for such a Web series.'

Past riot cases against Sambhaji Bhide dropped, reveals RTI

Past riot cases against Sambhaji Bhide dropped, reveals RTI

Rediff.com1 Oct 2018

A senior police official, however, said Monday the charges against the 85-year-old in the Koregaon-Bhima violence case have not been dropped.

'Why did cops start playing judge, jury, executioner?'

'Why did cops start playing judge, jury, executioner?'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2021

'There have been more than 1,500 encounters.' 'So it's 1,500 murders.'

PIX: Kriti Sanon, Rani Mukerji visit Manish Malhotra

PIX: Kriti Sanon, Rani Mukerji visit Manish Malhotra

Rediff.com8 Sep 2016

A look at the pictures.

Mandhana named India T20I captain; Mithali included

Mandhana named India T20I captain; Mithali included

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

Regular captain Harmanpreet Kaur was ruled out of the three-match T20I series against England due to an an ankle injury.

Why Radhika Madan learnt to smoke and milk buffaloes

Why Radhika Madan learnt to smoke and milk buffaloes

Rediff.com27 Sep 2018

'I was ready to do anything and go to any extent.' 'Vishal Bhardwaj told us to gain 8 kilos, but we gained 10-12 kilos.' 'I had to blacken my teeth, bleach my hair, get freckles on my face...'

PIX: Shah Rukh, Urvashi, Gauhar at a Diwali party

PIX: Shah Rukh, Urvashi, Gauhar at a Diwali party

Rediff.com29 Oct 2016

Check out the arrivals.

Happy Birthday, Kareena!

Happy Birthday, Kareena!

Rediff.com21 Sep 2017

'Happy birthday to the sibling I wish I had.' Bollywood gives Kareena a lot of love.

PIX: Shriya, Hansika shine at the SIIMA awards

PIX: Shriya, Hansika shine at the SIIMA awards

Rediff.com17 Sep 2018

A grand affair, this!

PIX: Pooja Gor, Riddhi Dogra at a calendar launch

PIX: Pooja Gor, Riddhi Dogra at a calendar launch

Rediff.com28 Dec 2016

Take a look at the arrivals.

Captain Mithali hints India women won't play against Pakistan

Captain Mithali hints India women won't play against Pakistan

Rediff.com28 Feb 2019

Mithali Raj rued the missed opportunity to not only complete a 3-0 series whitewash against a quality side like England, but also lose out on crucial two points in the ICC Women's Championship.

India overcome Pakistan in final-over thriller

India overcome Pakistan in final-over thriller

Rediff.com29 Nov 2016

Captain Harmanpreet Kaur led from the front with an all-round show as India outplayed arch-rivals Pakistan by five wickets to remain the sole unbeaten team in the Women's Asia Cup T20 tournament in Bangkok. Kaur bagged two crucial wickets helping India restrict Pakistan to 97 for seven in 20 overs before taking her team over the line with an unbeaten 26 off 22 balls.

In Chennai, Modi forges ahead with Tamil culture pitch

In Chennai, Modi forges ahead with Tamil culture pitch

Rediff.com14 Feb 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said his government has always taken care of the welfare of Sri Lankan Tamils and 'consistently' flagged the issue of their rights with the leaders in the island nation.

Sundar defends World title; India secure 3 Tokyo Paralympic Games quotas

Sundar defends World title; India secure 3 Tokyo Paralympic Games quotas

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

Gurjar came up with his season's best effort of 61.22m to claim the top spot.

'It is a matter of pride to be part of a Salman Khan production'

'It is a matter of pride to be part of a Salman Khan production'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2015

Anita Hassanandani opts for a new avatar with stand up comedy in Comedy Nights Bachao.

100 days of protest: Farmer leaders firm on demand to repeal laws

100 days of protest: Farmer leaders firm on demand to repeal laws

Rediff.com6 Mar 2021

Farmer leaders on Saturday said the protesting unions stand firm on their demand of a complete repeal of the three agri laws and asserted that they are ready for talks with the government, but that should be held without any condition.

Bharat bandh: Transport, essential supplies may be hit in Delhi

Bharat bandh: Transport, essential supplies may be hit in Delhi

Rediff.com8 Dec 2020

Some taxi and cab unions, including those associated with app-based aggregators, have decided to join the strike called by farmers organisations demanding repeal of three new farm sector laws.

Punia's 75 in vain; WI win thriller against India

Punia's 75 in vain; WI win thriller against India

Rediff.com2 Nov 2019

Taylor's all-round show helps West Indies claim one-run win over India

Naseeruddin Shah's TOP 10 HITS

Naseeruddin Shah's TOP 10 HITS

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

10 grossers where he either had the leading part or played a pivotal role.

AMAZING Films Coming Up on Netflix!

AMAZING Films Coming Up on Netflix!

Rediff.com16 Jul 2020

Joginder Tuteja lets us know what to expect.

PIX: Jacqueline, Aditi mingle with Rekha

PIX: Jacqueline, Aditi mingle with Rekha

Rediff.com5 Apr 2017

The gorgeous ladies were at their fashionable best.

Looking at HDIL MD Sarang Wadhawan's Bollywood connections!

Looking at HDIL MD Sarang Wadhawan's Bollywood connections!

Rediff.com7 Oct 2019

Better known as Sunny Dewan, Sarang -- and his wife Anu -- have been regulars at Bollywood parties. Namrata Thakker takes a look at the couple's social calendar from their good ol' days.

PIX: Malaika celebrates with Salman, Arbaaz

PIX: Malaika celebrates with Salman, Arbaaz

Rediff.com14 Sep 2018

One happy family here!

Emraan: Azhar has been worshipped, judged and criticised for 30 years

Emraan: Azhar has been worshipped, judged and criticised for 30 years

Rediff.com22 May 2015

Emraan Hashmi is set to play former Indian cricket captain Mohammed Azharuddin in a biopic titled Azhar.

PIX: Tanisha, Kajol, Hrithik attend Sanjay Khan's Iftar party

PIX: Tanisha, Kajol, Hrithik attend Sanjay Khan's Iftar party

Rediff.com8 Aug 2013

Sanjay Khan and his wife Zarine hosted an Iftar patry at their Juhu residence recently.

Ronit Roy: Nervous about playing Bhishma

Ronit Roy: Nervous about playing Bhishma

Rediff.com1 Jul 2008

Ekta Kapoor's Kahaani Hamaaray Mahaabhaarat Ki will see the actor play Bhishma, earlier played by Mukesh Khanna in BR Chopra's version of Mahabharat.

PIX: Shweta Tiwari's cute baby shower

PIX: Shweta Tiwari's cute baby shower

Rediff.com19 Oct 2016

The actress is due in November.

Crowd swells at Ghazipur border; over 3,000 security personnel deployed

Crowd swells at Ghazipur border; over 3,000 security personnel deployed

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) supporters stayed put on the Delhi-Meerut Expressway on Friday as the crowd swelled there, notwithstanding the Ghaziabad administration's ultimatum to vacate the UP Gate protest site where security force in large numbers was re-deployed.

Remembering my conversations with Sushant

Remembering my conversations with Sushant

Rediff.com16 Jun 2020

'I once thought Shah Rukh Khan to be the most knowledgeable actor in our industry,' Paresh Rawal once told me. 'But Sushant was just as well-informed on any topic under the sun.' Subhash K Jha recalls his many conversations with the actor.

PIX: Varun, Riteish, Genelia at Jackky Bhagnani's birthday bash

PIX: Varun, Riteish, Genelia at Jackky Bhagnani's birthday bash

Rediff.com25 Dec 2015

Varun Dhawan, Genelia and Riteish Deshmukh were snapped at Jackky Bhagnani's birthday bash. Let's take a look at the pictures...

Family Man: How Dhriti did the MURDER scene

Family Man: How Dhriti did the MURDER scene

Rediff.com15 Jun 2021

'After the shoot, I was like, "Yeh maine kiya hai?"'

'Farmers' movement is not only alive, but is kicking'

'Farmers' movement is not only alive, but is kicking'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

'This government will end after five years, but farmers will not end after five years.' 'This is the source of our confidence.'

Gautami: I am still a part of Kyunki

Gautami: I am still a part of Kyunki

Rediff.com4 Apr 2008

Gautami Kapoor, on the latest developments going on, on the sets of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi.

Jay Bhanushali: I play myself in Umeed

Jay Bhanushali: I play myself in Umeed

Rediff.com17 Jun 2008

Jay Bhanushali, who was a big hit with female fans for his cute smile, will be killed in the show very soon. He makes a guest appearance in Ek Packet Umeed tonight.

PIX: Sunny Leone gets BOLD in Ragini MMS 2

PIX: Sunny Leone gets BOLD in Ragini MMS 2

Rediff.com11 Mar 2014

PIX: Sunny Leone gets BOLD in Ragini MMS 2

Meet Kasamh Se's new Bani

Meet Kasamh Se's new Bani

Rediff.com9 Apr 2008

The long hunt for Kasamh Se's Bani is finally over. Taking over the role made popular by Prachi Desai in Ekta Kapoor's popular soap, is Gurdeep Kohli. This also marks a return to acting for the actress, famous for her work in soaps like Sanjeevani and Sindoor. Gurdeep has been keeping a low profile after her wedding. She was last seen as a host for the breakfast show, Good Morning Zindagi, on 9X and a cameo in the afternoon serial Bhabhi.