Acid attack survivors were in for a rude shock on Thursday when the police manhandled them and detained them while they tried to stage a protest outside Parliament.
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Laxmi Negi/Rediff.com picks the five best matches of the final round.
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The Chhapaak trailer could have been a dark and depressing tale of a girl disfigured by a vicious attack but fortunately, it isn't, feels Moumita Bhattacharjee.
And what an exciting week it has been, with players returning to packed stadiums, some memorable individual and team performances and a medical incident which had the world on edge.
'When I first met him, I felt he had given up on life, but now his willingness to live has enhanced.'
Acid attack crusader Laxmi Aggarwal's exceptional rise from an accident is sure to inspire you.
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'When the Olympics were postponed last year there were talks of the virus situation improving, but we are going from bad to worst.'
While Gupta, 60, can rightfully bask in the glory he has achieved for his bank in the subcontinent, his peers in foreign banks will have to revisit their India play, especially the local incorporation model, says Raghu Mohan.
During initial investigation, the police found that Manoj Goyal, a property dealer, who is also one of the accused in the case has prepared forged papers and helped Prabhakar to occupy the flat.
Five members of a school management near Bantwal in Dakshina Kannada district have been booked.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Sunday alleged that Dinesh Trivedi, who resigned from the Rajya Sabha on Friday, took the 'House for a ride' and was 'allowed' to use the floor of the House for his 'devious political ends'.
Laxmi Narayan Tripathi talks about her stint in the Bigg Boss house.
From ice creams to dosas, these food pics will tease your taste buds.
Moments to remember from the quarter-finals.
Will Anil Kapoor or Rakeysh Mehra make the Dutee Chand biopic?
Hours after quitting as the MLA of the West Bengal Assembly, Rajib Banerjee on Friday resigned from the primary membership of the Trinamool Congress, intensifying speculation that he might soon switch over to the Bharatiya Janata Party.
On Instagram, we saw quite a few ladies wear the colour -- at the pool, to the gym, on the red carpet -- and look fabulous in it.
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'Is it advisable to have more number of scrips in small quantities or a few scrips in big quantities?'
Three TMC leaders Amit Mitra, Bratya Basu and Rathin Ghosh were sworn-in virtually. Mitra is unwell and both Basu and Ghosh are recuperating from COVID-19.
'I simply cannot believe that Sushant has taken such a step. He was such a lively boy who inspired others through his zest for life.'
The entire world will closely watch the upcoming assembly elections in these two states as it will indicate the real patriotism of Indians, the BJP leader said.
Watch why Deepika got emotional after watching the trailer of Chhapaak while talking to the press.
Playing the great general will be a challenge for the talented actor.
Check out the Sunrisers Hyderabad squad for the eighth edition of the Indian Premier League.
It's Diwali, and we're in the mood for fun!
Prayers were offered and sweets distributed though people mostly took the virtual route to extend wishes. People also visited temples, observing social distancing norms.
Julie 2 does not rise above being a B-grade flick, says Urvi Parikh.
Will Badhai Ho be Ayushmann's second hit in a fortnight?
Lisa Haydon is loving the feedback her performance in Queen has got.
Check out Shah Rukh Khan, Varun Dhawan, Esha Gupta, Juhi Chawla and other celebs at a new restaurant's opening party.
Mumbai Police has banned the use of flying lanterns during Diwali celebration in a bid to avert possible fire and security threats caused by them to high rise buildings.
Earlier, the acid attack survivors were felicitated and provided with financial assistance in Lucknow on the occasion of International Women's Day.
India's 100 top billionaires have seen their fortunes increase by Rs 12,97,822 crore since March last year when the Covid-19 pandemic hit the country and this amount is enough to give 13.8 crore poorest Indians a cheque for Rs 94,045 each.
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