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Sena threatens to skip NDA meet if ban on Gaikwad not revoked

Sena threatens to skip NDA meet if ban on Gaikwad not revoked

Rediff.com6 Apr 2017

The party also sought to justify its protest in the Lok Sabha.

What Indian MPs have been up to at UN

What Indian MPs have been up to at UN

Rediff.com16 Nov 2007

A delegation of Indian parliamentarians is on a routine visit to the United Nations, the 62nd session of which is underway in New York.

The musical brilliance of Basu Chatterjee

The musical brilliance of Basu Chatterjee

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

'Songs are a commercial compromise.' 'I had to invent tricks to fit songs into my films.'

Why Amitabh Bhattacharya is a superstar

Why Amitabh Bhattacharya is a superstar

Rediff.com31 Oct 2018

Amazing music, coming up!

Sethi, Joshi shocked

Sethi, Joshi shocked

Rediff.com10 Jan 2006

While Sethi lost to Sourav Kothari, Joshi was beaten by Yogesh Rai in the league stage of the Senior National billiards championship.

Dying young in Bollywood

Dying young in Bollywood

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

As often is the case on celluloid, romanticising death is as significant as making every moment count where a young life's passing makes the realisation all the more heartbreaking and momentous.

YOUR favourite television actor/actress? TELL US!

YOUR favourite television actor/actress? TELL US!

Rediff.com27 Aug 2013

Write in!

Chandra overcomes Sethi for title

Chandra overcomes Sethi for title

Rediff.com7 May 2006

Manan Chandra overcame maestro Geet Sethi 5-3 to win the snooker title of the Shivaji Park Gymkhana All India Open Invitation tournament

All Indian semis at world billiards

All Indian semis at world billiards

Rediff.com19 Mar 2005

Geet Sethi, Devendra Joshi, Ashok Shandilya and Pankaj Advani stormed into the last four to create history.

Review: Hum Chaar lacks entertainment

Review: Hum Chaar lacks entertainment

Rediff.com15 Feb 2019

Director Abhishek Dixit fails to do justice to the film and ends up delivering a never-ending saga, feels Ramesh S.

VW cheating a 'well thought-out crime', diesel cars under lens

VW cheating a 'well thought-out crime', diesel cars under lens

Rediff.com2 Dec 2015

VW cheating a 'well thought-out crime', diesel cars under lens

When Deepika hit the road!

When Deepika hit the road!

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

Namrata Thakker takes a look at some amazing road trips in the movies.

'They call me King of Disco'

'They call me King of Disco'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

'Oscar has been given to A R Rahman.' Ringa Ringa Ringa, Choli ki peeche kya hai -- What's the difference? Exactly the same. Also, Jai ho.' 'I did Ramba ho in 1985.' 'Rahman combined three of my songs and got Best Original Score.' 'The Ho came from me.' 'Bappi Lahiri brought the Ho to Bollywood.'

Cabinet to discuss Electricity Bill on Feb 11

Cabinet to discuss Electricity Bill on Feb 11

Rediff.com7 Feb 2003

Power Minister Anant Geete said on Friday that the Electricity Bill, aimed at improving the power sector, would be considered in the forthcoming Budget session of Parliament beginning on February 17.

GE, Bechtel vow total aid to restart DPC

GE, Bechtel vow total aid to restart DPC

Rediff.com6 Feb 2003

In a significant development, GE and Bechtel, minority share holders in Enron-promoted Dabhol Power Company, have agreed to extend unconditional support for restarting generation of power from the project, lying idle for over 20 months.\n\n\n\n

The 10 Finest Songs in Hindi Cinema

The 10 Finest Songs in Hindi Cinema

Rediff.com13 May 2013

No Laxmikant Pyarelal. No R D Burman. No A R Rahman. Lyricist Amit Khanna's unusual list of 10 great film songs.

World Billiards: Advani, Sethi continue great form

World Billiards: Advani, Sethi continue great form

Rediff.com21 Oct 2012

Seven-time World champion Pankaj Advani, veteran Geet Sethi and Dhruv Sitwala continued their unbeaten run in the Time Format after outplaying their rivals in the World Billiards Championships in Leeds on Sunday.

When Shahid Kapoor got married on screen

When Shahid Kapoor got married on screen

Rediff.com7 Jul 2015

The Haider star enters holy matrimony for real on July 7.

BJP, Sena protest in Lok Sabha against Mumbai violence

BJP, Sena protest in Lok Sabha against Mumbai violence

Rediff.com13 Aug 2012

The recent outbreak of violence in Mumbai had its echo in the Lok Sabha on Monday with Shiv Sena and Bharatiya Janata Party members storming the Well, protesting the "total failure" of the Maharashtra government to check it. Raising the issue during Zero Hour, Shiv Sena leader Anant Geete condemned the incidents of "fanatic youths" attacking the police and the media and even damaging a martyrs' memorial in Azad Maidan.

CII, Olympic Gold Quest deal to support young talent

CII, Olympic Gold Quest deal to support young talent

Rediff.com20 Jan 2012

Olympic Gold Quest, an initiative to support talented Indian sportspersons in their quest for Olympic medals, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Confederation of Indian Industry, on Friday, to promote sports at the grassroots level through the involvement of corporates.

'Bebo is born to act; she is born to be a diva'

'Bebo is born to act; she is born to be a diva'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

'She's so pretty, she really brings the screen to life. She adds glory.'

Jeetendra's TOP 15 Films

Jeetendra's TOP 15 Films

Rediff.com7 Apr 2017

The legendary star turns 75 today!

Vote for Kareena's best film!

Vote for Kareena's best film!

Rediff.com21 Sep 2010

We celebrate the actress' 30th birthday by looking at some of her best works. Don't forget to vote for your favourite while you're at it.

In Lata Mangeshkar's words: Her famous composers

In Lata Mangeshkar's words: Her famous composers

Rediff.com28 Sep 2012

The veteran singer talks about her 2011 calendar, Tere Sur Aur Mere Geet, a collector's item.

Cannot close option of nuclear power: PM Singh

Cannot close option of nuclear power: PM Singh

Rediff.com16 May 2012

Strongly favouring nuclear power, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Wednesday said there would be no compromise on safety of atomic plants and it would be harmful to close the additional source of energy.

'I am the godfather of disco'

'I am the godfather of disco'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

'You make a hit, everything is fit.'

Pink ball gets a thumbs up on India debut at Eden Gardens

Pink ball gets a thumbs up on India debut at Eden Gardens

Rediff.com18 Jun 2016

The iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Saturday saw Indian cricket's first ever match with the pink ball during the Cricket Association of Bengal's Super League day-night final between Mohun Bagan and Bhowanipore.

'I don't think I can be compared to Madhubala'

'I don't think I can be compared to Madhubala'

Rediff.com22 May 2012

Here's what the new TV show Madhubala will be all about!

The Worst Girlfriends of Bollywood

The Worst Girlfriends of Bollywood

Rediff.com9 Feb 2012

Not everyone has a hunky-dory Valentine's Day! Check out the most nightmarish girlfriends we've seen onscreen.

FIRST LOOK: Beating the Retreat ceremony

FIRST LOOK: Beating the Retreat ceremony

Rediff.com28 Jan 2020

This year, 15 military bands, 15 pipes and drum bands from Regimental Centres and Battalions are participating in the ceremony to be held on January 29 at the historic Vijay Chowk.

OGQ launch website, reveal plans for London Games

OGQ launch website, reveal plans for London Games

Rediff.com26 Jul 2011

With exactly a year left for the 2012 Olympics, in London, Olympic Gold Quest (OGQ), founded by sports legends Geet Sethi and Prakash Padukone, had their new website unveiled by actor Deepika Padukone, in Delhi, on Tuesday. OGQ said it will be working closely with sports technology company Sports Mechanics to provide high-performance video analytical solutions to its athletes to aid their preparations.

Bollywood's Amazing WINTER FASHION

Bollywood's Amazing WINTER FASHION

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

Be it scenic Kashmir or majestic Swiss Alps, Bollywood's trendsetting winter wear is the A to Z of style and snug. Sukanya Verma looks at its winter fashion over the years.

Sumitra Mahajan unanimously elected Speaker of Lok Sabha

Sumitra Mahajan unanimously elected Speaker of Lok Sabha

Rediff.com6 Jun 2014

Eight-term member Sumitra Mahajan was on Friday unanimously elected Speaker of the 16th Lok Sabha, becoming the second woman presiding officer of the Lower House after her predecessor Meira Kumar.

When Rafi sang for Hanuman, Manna for Ravan...

When Rafi sang for Hanuman, Manna for Ravan...

Rediff.com6 May 2021

'Rafi was singing for Hanuman and I was singing for Ravan.' 'C Ramachandra corrected Rafisaab and he became red in the face.' 'I asked Anna (Ramachandra), "How could you do this?"' 'He replied, "How could I not do this? My song was being spoilt".'

OGQ provisionally suspends funding to Ashwini

OGQ provisionally suspends funding to Ashwini

Rediff.com6 Jul 2011

The Olympic Gold Quest, founded by sports legends Prakash Padukone and Geet Sethi, has provisionally suspended the funding it gives to drug-tainted athlete Ashwini Akkunji, one of the sports persons it supports, and is awaiting the result of her "B" sample.

Sitwala loses to Russell in World Pro final

Sitwala loses to Russell in World Pro final

Rediff.com1 Nov 2010

Indian billiards player Dhruv Sitwala's hopes of winning his maiden World Professional title came crashing down after he lost his summit clash to nine-time champion Mike Russell of Qatar at the Northern Snooker Centre in Leeds.

Photos: A special treat for Game of Thrones' fans

Photos: A special treat for Game of Thrones' fans

Rediff.com20 Sep 2018

What happens when fans of Game of Thrones decide to bring a Ganpati home?

PIX: Sachin's 60th birthday bash

PIX: Sachin's 60th birthday bash

Rediff.com22 Aug 2017

Happy birthday, Sachin!

2020's BEST Non-Hindi Films

2020's BEST Non-Hindi Films

Rediff.com30 Dec 2020

Aseem Chhabra lists the best non-Hindi language films he watched in 2020, with the hope that they will have a wider reach in the new year.