News for '-forgive'

PM rakes up chit fund scam to attack Mamata over demonetisation

PM rakes up chit fund scam to attack Mamata over demonetisation

Rediff.com20 Nov 2016

He also hit out at the Congress saying governments in the past 70 years kept quiet on blackmoney because they were worried about losing power.

'How can one revive an only Gandhi family party?'

'How can one revive an only Gandhi family party?'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2020

'The party dropped me as a spokesperson for showing a roadmap. It shows that the party either has a high level of arrogance or they are completely detached from ground realities.'

Justice Iyer apologises for attack on Rahul Gandhi

Justice Iyer apologises for attack on Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com18 Apr 2011

Former Supreme Court judge Justice V R Krishna Iyer, who had launched a scathing attack on Congress general secretary Rahul Gandhi, on Monday sent an apology letter to him.

Bihar IAS officer found dead on rail tracks in Ghaziabad, suicide note recovered

Bihar IAS officer found dead on rail tracks in Ghaziabad, suicide note recovered

Rediff.com11 Aug 2017

In the note it was written that Pandey, a 2012-batch IAS officer, was fed up with his life.

Russia's Yelena Isinbayeva earns IOC spot despite opposition

Russia's Yelena Isinbayeva earns IOC spot despite opposition

Rediff.com21 Aug 2016

Double Olympic pole vault champion Yelena Isinbayeva, a fierce critic of a Russian track and field ban at the Rio Olympics, was elected an International Olympic Committee member on Sunday but a third of the votes were against her.

Barred from Games, Russia's Isinbayeva to join IOC athletes' body

Barred from Games, Russia's Isinbayeva to join IOC athletes' body

Rediff.com19 Aug 2016

Russian pole vaulter Yelena Isinbayeva was elected to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) athletes' commission on Thursday, despite being barred from the Rio Games over doping allegations.

'Being non-corrupt not same as being anti-corrupt'

'Being non-corrupt not same as being anti-corrupt'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2011

'Kerala may have the worst physical infrastructure -- potholed roads to overflowing drains -- of the four major southern states, but does anybody care? Given all this you may think Kerala's voters lack any options come Election Day. That would be a mistake.'

How power intoxicates politicians

How power intoxicates politicians

Rediff.com12 Nov 2019

'Vajpayee told the minister disapprovingly: "One should not fight with the tools one uses".' Ministers in the Modi government could have done with that advice.

Modi attacks Congress in Gujarat, says he sold tea, but not nation

Modi attacks Congress in Gujarat, says he sold tea, but not nation

Rediff.com27 Nov 2017

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the upcoming assembly election is a fight between trust on development and dynastic politics.

Uncertainty looms over execution of Nirbhaya convicts on Feb 1

Uncertainty looms over execution of Nirbhaya convicts on Feb 1

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

Nirbhaya's mother Asha Devi said even the court understands that the convicts are filing pleas one after the other just to delay the hanging.

BJP slams Congress manifesto for Karnataka polls

BJP slams Congress manifesto for Karnataka polls

Rediff.com28 Apr 2018

BJP general secretary and in-charge of Karnataka's party affairs P Muralidhar Rao alleged that the problem of the Congress was looking at schemes through the prism of religion which is reflected in promising benefits to autorickshaw owners, "who in majority belong to the minority community."

Bush named among worst ever US Presidents

Bush named among worst ever US Presidents

Rediff.com2 Jul 2010

For the fifth time since its inception in 1982, the Siena College Research Institute has released a survey of expert opinions on US presidents. And George W Bush, ranking 39th out of 44 presidents, is a new inclusion to the list's dreaded 'Bottom Five' of worst presidents ever. He scored particularly poorly with the 238 historians in 1) handling the economy, 2) communication, 3) ability to compromise, 4) foreign policy accomplishments and 5) intelligence.

Has Sandra Bullock forgiven Jesse James?

Has Sandra Bullock forgiven Jesse James?

Rediff.com23 Jun 2010

Get your low down on what's happening in the world of Hollywood, right here!

Authorities let it happen: Waugh on ball-tampering scandal

Authorities let it happen: Waugh on ball-tampering scandal

Rediff.com29 Oct 2018

The 53-year-old further stated that boundaries were pushed in the matter, leading to the escalation of the issue.

Day 2 at Aus Open: Federer, Djokovic in action on day of returns

Day 2 at Aus Open: Federer, Djokovic in action on day of returns

Rediff.com15 Jan 2018

Six times a men's singles champion Down Under, the Serbian will be joined in making a return at MelbournePark by 2008 women's champion Maria Sharapova, who missed last year's tournament because of a doping ban.

Kaneria admits role in Mervyn Westfield spot-fixing case

Kaneria admits role in Mervyn Westfield spot-fixing case

Rediff.com18 Oct 2018

Pakistan's Danish Kaneria has finally admitted his role in a fixing scandal that led to the imprisonment of former Essex team-mate Mervyn Westfield after six years of denials, Britain's Daily Mail reported.

Hardik Patel slapped by man at rally in Gujarat

Hardik Patel slapped by man at rally in Gujarat

Rediff.com19 Apr 2019

An angry Patel blamed the Bharatiya Janata Party for the incident and said this was an attempt to kill him.

Rajnath, Jaitley, Sonia attend President's Iftar, Modi gives it a miss

Rajnath, Jaitley, Sonia attend President's Iftar, Modi gives it a miss

Rediff.com15 Jul 2015

As indicated earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not attend the get together at the Rashtrapati Bhawan like last year.

US television show axed after star's racist tweet

US television show axed after star's racist tweet

Rediff.com30 May 2018

Roseanne Barr in the tweet about former US President Barack Obama's senior adviser Valerie Jarrett said: "Muslim Brotherhood & planet of the apes had a baby."

In Mann ki Baat, PM Modi urges people to shun plastics

In Mann ki Baat, PM Modi urges people to shun plastics

Rediff.com27 May 2018

In his radio address, the PM asked the people to observe the World Environment Day on June 5 with vigour, and that it was time to concentrate on tree plantation.

Do the poor feature in Modi ki Duniya?

Do the poor feature in Modi ki Duniya?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

'Wasn't it the PM's duty to reach out to the daily wagers of whom he claims to have been a part?' asks Jyoti Punwani.

Bigg Boss 11: Salman siding Shilpa?

Bigg Boss 11: Salman siding Shilpa?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2017

When Katrina Kaif broke hearts inside the house!

Honda CBR500R is one of the best sports-touring motorcycles today

Honda CBR500R is one of the best sports-touring motorcycles today

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

If Honda decides to launch the CBR500R in India, to compete against Kawasaki's overpriced Ninja 400, we expect it to be priced in the neighbourhood of Rs 400,000 to Rs 450,000 (ex-showroom).

Coffee, conversations and that CCD connect

Coffee, conversations and that CCD connect

Rediff.com31 Jul 2019

Siddhartha many customers who grew up on coffee and conversations at his cafes mourned his death and disagreed that he had failed. Some said it was the place they first thought of their 'big idea'.

Woods taking break from golf, admits infidelity

Woods taking break from golf, admits infidelity

Rediff.com12 Dec 2009

Tiger Woods admitted to infidelity on Friday and said he would take an indefinite break from professional golf, acknowledging the pain he had caused his family. In a statement issued on his website, www.tigerwoods.com, the world's No. 1 golfer and, according to Forbes, the first athlete to earn $1 billion (615 million pounds) said he was profoundly sorry and asked for forgiveness.

Can you watch 425 films in a year?

Can you watch 425 films in a year?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

Aseem Chhabra watched some great films and some huge disappointments in 2020.

#Women's Day: Let her be imperfect

#Women's Day: Let her be imperfect

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

Happy Women's Day to all the beautiful ladies out there!

Who is the Sholay girl?

Who is the Sholay girl?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

Meet the first stunt woman in Bollywood.

After 14 years exile, Serena Williams returns to Indian Wells

After 14 years exile, Serena Williams returns to Indian Wells

Rediff.com5 Feb 2015

Serena Williams has buried the hatchet and will return to Indian Wells.

What makes Indian companies excel abroad?

What makes Indian companies excel abroad?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2009

The knowledge component and managerial competence gives Indian companies an edge to be competitive, says B S Prakash.

Student of the Year 2 Review: Stupidity of the year!

Student of the Year 2 Review: Stupidity of the year!

Rediff.com10 May 2019

'Student of the Year 2 has no spunk, no plot and zero charisma,' sighs Sukanya Verma.

Why the lockdown should not be extended

Why the lockdown should not be extended

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

Is it sustainable?' 'Or is it like an overdose of a medicine that saves your life in the short run but kills you through long-lasting side-effects?' asks Shekhar Gupta.

Court fails to hear Joshi's bail plea

Court fails to hear Joshi's bail plea

Rediff.com17 Jul 2009

A local court in Moradabad could not take up on Friday morning the hearing of the bail application of Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee chief Rita Bahuguna Joshi, who is currently in judicial custody for allegedly making derogatory remarks against Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati.

Warner to address media on Saturday over ball-tampering

Warner to address media on Saturday over ball-tampering

Rediff.com30 Mar 2018

David Warner, who has been identified as the instigator of a ball-tampering scandal that rocked the cricket world, will hold a media conference to discuss the issue on Saturday, Cricket Australia (CA) said.

Watch: 'Gutted' Smith breaks down, takes full responsibility for tampering shame

Watch: 'Gutted' Smith breaks down, takes full responsibility for tampering shame

Rediff.com29 Mar 2018

The 28-year-old, who has been banned for a year by Cricket Australia and stripped of captaincy, broke down repeatedly in a five-minute press conference after his arrival from South Africa today.

Any MNIK protests in Mumbai? Report it!

Any MNIK protests in Mumbai? Report it!

Rediff.com11 Feb 2010

Here's your turn to play Citizen Journalist.

Boxer Pacquiao loses Nike sponsorship for 'abhorrent' anti-gay comments

Boxer Pacquiao loses Nike sponsorship for 'abhorrent' anti-gay comments

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

Nike Inc, the world's largest sportswear maker, said it had ended its contract with Manny Pacquiao after the Filipino boxer described gays as "worse than animals".

Saudi Arabia reads the riot act to Imran

Saudi Arabia reads the riot act to Imran

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

'Who put the fear of god into Imran Khan and how it happened we do not know, but the great cricketer panicked and called Mahathir to regret that he cannot attend the KL Summit,' notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Digvijay calls up Amar Singh

Digvijay calls up Amar Singh

Rediff.com15 May 2009

Digvijay Singh called up Amar Singh and asked him to forget the past which was marked by recriminations during election campaign. The Congress leader said he had asked Amar Singh to "forgive" him if any of his utterances had hurt him.

West Bengal doctors end strike after meeting Mamata

West Bengal doctors end strike after meeting Mamata

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

The move came after West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee directed Kolkata Police commissioner Anuj Sharma to deploy a nodal police officer in every hospital.