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'Switch on your TV at 2 am, they will scream Rhea'

'Switch on your TV at 2 am, they will scream Rhea'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2020

'Switch it on at 2 pm, they will scream the same.' 'Are there no other problems that the country is facing today about which people need to know or these channels must need to broadcast?' 'There has to be some limit to this naked TRP greed.'

Lanka acting Prez agrees to hand over power to consensus PM

Lanka acting Prez agrees to hand over power to consensus PM

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

All the ministers who participated in this meeting were of the opinion that as soon as there is an agreement to form an all-party government, they will hand over the responsibilities to that government, it said.

Don't breach 'lakshman rekha' of right to protest: Law min

Don't breach 'lakshman rekha' of right to protest: Law min

Rediff.com24 Dec 2012

Amid clamour for death penalty for rapists, Law Minister Ashwani Kumar on Monday said that the society as well as jurists were divided on the issue and government was open to persuasion by either side.

'Khalistanis are a microscopic minority in Punjab'

'Khalistanis are a microscopic minority in Punjab'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

'The Khalistanis get bulk of the money from abroad.' 'Where did Amritpal's Mercedes come from, which costs well over Rs 60 lakhs?' 'Where does his fleet of vehicles come from?' 'Local Punjabis can certainly not contribute this kind of money.'

Booth capturing, bogus voting should be dealt with iron hands: SC

Booth capturing, bogus voting should be dealt with iron hands: SC

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

Referring to its earlier verdicts, a bench of Justice D Y Chandrachud and Justice M R Shah said freedom of voting is part of freedom of expression.

We must give Vibhishan his due

We must give Vibhishan his due

Rediff.com11 Apr 2020

Vibhishan was a seeker of justice who risked it all to be on the side of truth, says Sudhir Bisht.

Diwali celebrated with fervour after 2 yrs of muted festivities

Diwali celebrated with fervour after 2 yrs of muted festivities

Rediff.com24 Oct 2022

Colourful lights illuminated buildings and earthen lamps dotted houses as people across the country celebrated Diwali with pomp on Monday after two years of muted festivities due to the pandemic.

SC judge hails PM Modi as 'popular, vibrant and visionary leader'

SC judge hails PM Modi as 'popular, vibrant and visionary leader'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2021

Last year, Justice Arun Mishra's fulsome praise for prime minister Modi at an event had raised eyebrows.

'Congress will quit MVA when the time comes'

'Congress will quit MVA when the time comes'

Rediff.com20 May 2022

'We will do whatever is necessary when the day and moment arrives.' 'As a party which has ruled Maharashtra for most of its existence, we also have our base and turf to protect.'

HC to hear bail pleas of Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam together after SC sedition hearing

HC to hear bail pleas of Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam together after SC sedition hearing

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

The court further observed that Imam, also a former JNU student, and Khalid were stated to be 'co-conspirators' in the case and it would thus hear both the two bail applications together.

Sri Lankans on edge ahead of President's promised resignation

Sri Lankans on edge ahead of President's promised resignation

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

Sri Lankans were on the edge on Tuesday as they waited whether embattled Gotabaya Rajapaksa will honour his offer to resign as president, amid signs that key members of the erstwhile powerful ruling family were attempting to flee in the face of massive public anger against them for mishandling the economy that has bankrupt the country.

Shah Rukh, Tabu, Taapsee cheer Ayushmann

Shah Rukh, Tabu, Taapsee cheer Ayushmann

Rediff.com27 Jun 2019

Article 15 releases on June 28.

Coming Soon! The Ramayan Movies

Coming Soon! The Ramayan Movies

Rediff.com11 May 2021

Joginder Tuteja looks at forthcoming films inspired by the Ramayan.

The Lonar Crater, At Last!

The Lonar Crater, At Last!

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

Rajesh Karkera journeys through verdant countryside to the little-explored pristine Lonar lake in eastern Maharashtra.

Photos: Falling in love with nature

Photos: Falling in love with nature

Rediff.com17 Nov 2012

Rediff reader Mridula Dwivedi sent us these pictures of her visit to Lakshman Sagar in Rajasthan, a 19th century hunting lodge which is now a resort.

The Maoist threat in Wayanad

The Maoist threat in Wayanad

Rediff.com18 Apr 2019

The NDA candidate tells the Election Commission that the Maoists plan to kidnap him.

Tubelight Review: Salman doesn't seem to be having fun

Tubelight Review: Salman doesn't seem to be having fun

Rediff.com23 Jun 2017

'How can you blame poor Kabir Khan for the Tubelight fiasco?' 'We know that his Job Description expects him to work below full capacity, to sell his soul, and we know his SOP-sheet has the title: Design the next Salman Khan Project.' Sreehari Nair sees through Kabir Khan's cunning.

'You're not becoming a critic to tear cinema down'

'You're not becoming a critic to tear cinema down'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

'You become a critic because the job entails watching a 100 films a year, out of which there will be five or six good films.' 'It's really a glutton for punishment, but you're also optimistic and want to see exciting things.'

Chubby to bikini athlete: How fitness changed my life

Chubby to bikini athlete: How fitness changed my life

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

Here, Bengaluru-based fitness coach and influencer Lalitha Lakshman shares her inspiring fitness journey with us.

'BJP's dream of Ram Rajya will fail in Bengal'

'BJP's dream of Ram Rajya will fail in Bengal'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2021

'If the BJP thinks it is going to overnight transform Bengal into Madhya Pradesh, sorry, that's not going to happen because I have faith in our ethos and culture.'

'I have lost my mother all over again'

'I have lost my mother all over again'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

'Many have tried to imitate her. They've fallen flat on their faces.'

Watch! Ayodhya's GRAND Ram Leela

Watch! Ayodhya's GRAND Ram Leela

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

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Modi, CJI bat for use of local languages in courts

Modi, CJI bat for use of local languages in courts

Rediff.com30 Apr 2022

Modi asserted that judicial reform is not merely a policy matter.

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.

SC to hear Shiv Sena pleas on Aug 1, says may need larger bench

SC to hear Shiv Sena pleas on Aug 1, says may need larger bench

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

The Supreme Court on Wednesday said the petitions filed by the Shiv Sena and its rebel MLAs raise many constitutional questions which require consideration by a larger bench.

Why Bhim Army does not want Ravan to burn

Why Bhim Army does not want Ravan to burn

Rediff.com16 Oct 2018

'Nowhere is it written in the Constitution that Ravan's effigy must be burnt.'

Rohith's letter implicates ASA, SFI leaders, ABVP alleges

Rohith's letter implicates ASA, SFI leaders, ABVP alleges

Rediff.com22 Jan 2016

The ABVP on Friday demanded a fresh inquiry and sought an FIR against ASA and SFI leaders claiming that certain lines of Rohith's suicide note implicating them were struck off.

PHOTOS: Ayodhya lit-up with 5 lakh diyas on Diwali eve

PHOTOS: Ayodhya lit-up with 5 lakh diyas on Diwali eve

Rediff.com26 Oct 2019

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Governor Anandiben Patel participated in the celebrations.

Remembering The Yatris Before Rahul

Remembering The Yatris Before Rahul

Rediff.com21 Sep 2022

The ultimate consequences of Rahul Gandhi's yatra may be known only in 2024, points out Dr Sudhir Bisht.

Recognise this girl?

Recognise this girl?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2018

It's party night for these celebs.

What's NEW on OTT this May?

What's NEW on OTT this May?

Rediff.com5 May 2021

Joginder Tuteja brings us the May releases.

Jharkhand polls 2019: Big winners and losers

Jharkhand polls 2019: Big winners and losers

Rediff.com24 Dec 2019

Here's a look at how the heavyweights of fared in the Jharkhand assembly polls, 2019.

SC puts sedition law on hold until review, says no new FIRs

SC puts sedition law on hold until review, says no new FIRs

Rediff.com11 May 2022

The Supreme Court on Wednesday stayed the operation of sedition law, and ruled that all pending cases, appeals and proceedings with respect to charges framed for sedition should be kept in abeyance.

Coronavirus: Seven things Modi wants India to do

Coronavirus: Seven things Modi wants India to do

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

Addressing the nation in a telecast on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi advocated 7 steps for Indians to follow in the fight against coronavirus

Yogi to witness star-studded Ramlila in Ayodhya

Yogi to witness star-studded Ramlila in Ayodhya

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

He will be one of the few in the audience for this year's Ramlila as general spectators will not be allowed to watch the show physically due to the COVID-19 restrictions. The nine-day enactment of the life of Lord Ram as per the epic Ramayana will be a virtual affair this year.

Not using any community as 'vote bank': Modi in poll-bound U'khand

Not using any community as 'vote bank': Modi in poll-bound U'khand

Rediff.com4 Dec 2021

Modi said that unlike other parties that believe in keeping people weak so that their dependence on them never ends and their "crown" remains intact, the BJP believes in empowering them and making them independent.

Wake up Kumbhakarna, declare date for Ram temple construction: Uddhav

Wake up Kumbhakarna, declare date for Ram temple construction: Uddhav

Rediff.com24 Nov 2018

Thackeray recalled former prime minister Vajpayee as saying, Ab Hindu maat nahi khayega (Hindus will not be defeated now), and added, "Hindus will not sit silent."

SC gives Prashant Bhushan 2 days to reconsider statement

SC gives Prashant Bhushan 2 days to reconsider statement

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

The top court on August 14 held Bhushan guilty of criminal contempt for his derogatory tweets against the judiciary saying they cannot be said to be a fair criticism of the functioning of the judiciary made in the public interest.

Lord Ram's arrows were like 'missiles' of ISRO: Rupani

Lord Ram's arrows were like 'missiles' of ISRO: Rupani

Rediff.com28 Aug 2017

Rupani also praised Ram for his 'engineering skills' by having a bridge constructed between India and Sri Lanka.

Modi's trusted ex-IAS officer gets BJP's ticket for UP MLC polls

Modi's trusted ex-IAS officer gets BJP's ticket for UP MLC polls

Rediff.com16 Jan 2021

Former Indian Administrative Service officer A K Sharma was on Friday named a Bharatiya Janata Party candidate for the Uttar Pradesh legislative council polls a day after he joined the party, fuelling speculation that he will get a ministerial post.