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When The TikTok Ban Killed Dreams

When The TikTok Ban Killed Dreams

Rediff.com31 May 2023

In India, TikTok unleashed creativity in people like never before until it was unceremoniously banned in June 2020, leaving them heartbroken.

Sena not interested in Maharashtrians: Raj

Sena not interested in Maharashtrians: Raj

Rediff.com30 Sep 2009

In an attack on the Shiv Sena, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena leader Raj Thackeray has alleged that the party was more interested in 'Marathi votes' rather than the 'Marathi manoos'. Addressing an election rally in Pune on Tuesday night, Thackeray said the Shiv Sena had stopped fighting for the rights of Marathi man and it was the MNS which had taken up the cudgels to fight injustice, to which the 'Bhoomiputras' were subjected to.

'He gave Maharashtrians a sense of belonging'

'He gave Maharashtrians a sense of belonging'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2012

Writer Shobhaa De, whose latest novel Sethji is focused on Indian politicians, speaks about Balasaheb Thackeray's legacy and what she remembers most about him.

Mumbai's dabbawalas recall breakfast with Queen Elizabeth

Mumbai's dabbawalas recall breakfast with Queen Elizabeth

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

Mumbai's famed dabbawalas on Friday said they were grieving with the royal family and people all over the world after the demise of Queen Elizabeth.

Why Is Shah Rukh Talking To His Shirt?

Why Is Shah Rukh Talking To His Shirt?

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Priyanka-Nick's night out... Kareena tucks into a yummy meal... Shriya prefers French fries...

'Film-making is a soul-sapping profession'

'Film-making is a soul-sapping profession'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

'Or because I am getting a s**tload of money.'

Job quota for Maharashtrians? Tell us

Job quota for Maharashtrians? Tell us

Rediff.com10 Apr 2008

Two months after targetting north Indian migrants, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena leader Raj Thackeray has raked up son-of-the soil issue demanding 80 per cent job reservation for Marathi-speaking locals in private sector.

Traveling On A Vande Bharat Train

Traveling On A Vande Bharat Train

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

This is not a train for the regular commuter, evident from the number of large sized bags in the overhead bin, observes IAF Veteran Air Commodore Nitin Sathe.

Readers in Bengali and Maharashtrian bridal designs!

Readers in Bengali and Maharashtrian bridal designs!

Rediff.com5 Aug 2010

We invited readers to share photographs of their wedding day outfits with us -- here are the first couple of responses.

Thackeray inculcated sense of pride in Maharashtrians: PM

Thackeray inculcated sense of pride in Maharashtrians: PM

Rediff.com17 Nov 2012

In a message, Dr Singh said: "For him the interests of Maharashtra were particularly important and he always strived to inculcate a sense of pride in its people. He founded the Shiv Sena and built the party into a formidable force in the State politics with his strong leadership."

The Prison Which Is A National Pilgrimage

The Prison Which Is A National Pilgrimage

Rediff.com29 May 2023

The long queue outside Cellular Jail is a testimony to its place in India's national consciousness. The Andamans is also where the only British viceroy was assassinated and where Bose unfurled the Tricolour for the first time in 1943.

Recipes: Less-Loved Sabzis

Recipes: Less-Loved Sabzis

Rediff.com14 Dec 2022

Try making two not so preferable vegetables -- tinda and kadoo -- with these recipes.

The IIT Students Who Built An Award-Winning House

The IIT Students Who Built An Award-Winning House

Rediff.com26 May 2023

Project Vivaan won big at the Solar Decathlon, placing second overall (and missing the first position by a whisker). Members of the award-winning Team Shunya tell Mrigank Warrier how they built a carbon-neutral, water-neutral, energy-positive home for a family of four.

Ganesh Special Recipe: Talniche Modaks

Ganesh Special Recipe: Talniche Modaks

Rediff.com1 Sep 2022

Here is a different but classical kind of modak to try this Ganesh Puja season 2022.

Sankranti Special: Bhogichi Bhaji, Tilachi Bhakri

Sankranti Special: Bhogichi Bhaji, Tilachi Bhakri

Rediff.com13 Jan 2023

Why settle for the ordinary, when you can try out something traditional on Makar Sankranti?

Maharashtrians will react to Lalu's plans: MNS

Maharashtrians will react to Lalu's plans: MNS

Rediff.com15 Feb 2008

Speaking to reporters at Ranchi on Thursday, the RJD leader said that if possible, he would go to Mumbai to perform Chhat puja. Responding to Prasad's comments, MNS spokesperson and former MLC Shishir Shinde said, "The people of Maharashtra will respond when the time comes. You will also see action from MNS."

'Mumbai does not belong only to Maharashtrians'

'Mumbai does not belong only to Maharashtrians'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2008

Mumbai does not belong only to the people of Maharashtra, Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil said on Thursday.

Bappa visits Mahesh Babu's home

Bappa visits Mahesh Babu's home

Rediff.com18 Sep 2021

'This year, Ganapati Bappa brings hope. I feel the worst is over.'

Nov 3 Andheri bypoll mere formality after BJP pullout

Nov 3 Andheri bypoll mere formality after BJP pullout

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

The Thackeray faction on Tuesday claimed that voters were being paid to choose None Of The Above or NOTA option.

Deepika, Vicky win big

Deepika, Vicky win big

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

'Smiling, looking at the fruits in hand and the roots underneath my feet...'

'Nari shakti', festivals, spirituality themes of this year's states' tableaux

'Nari shakti', festivals, spirituality themes of this year's states' tableaux

Rediff.com26 Jan 2023

"Nari shakti" and women empowerment dominated the theme of tableaux of Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra and Tripura at the Republic Day parade here on Thursday.

The GORGEOUS BRIDES Of Bollywood

The GORGEOUS BRIDES Of Bollywood

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

If you want to look GLAMOROUS as a newlywed bride, take a cue from these fashionable divas!

How Lata Mangeshkar Proved Dilip Kumar Wrong

How Lata Mangeshkar Proved Dilip Kumar Wrong

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

"Those words stung me to such an extent that the following morning itself I started, seriously, learning Urdu with the sole idea of proving the great Dilip Kumar wrong."

Nov 3 Poll Huge Test For Uddhav-Shinde-BJP

Nov 3 Poll Huge Test For Uddhav-Shinde-BJP

Rediff.com13 Oct 2022

'The margin of victory or loss would make both camps rethink their strategies for the 2024 assembly election in Maharashtra.'

Explained: Karnataka-Maharashtra Border Dispute

Explained: Karnataka-Maharashtra Border Dispute

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

Karnataka and Maharashtra have bickered over a disputed border for more than half a century.

Reserve 80% jobs for Maharashtrians: MNS to cos

Reserve 80% jobs for Maharashtrians: MNS to cos

Rediff.com9 Apr 2008

Two months after targetting north Indian migrants, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena has raked up son-of-the soil issue demanding 80 per cent job reservation for Marathi-speaking locals in private sector and threatened to launch agitation if this was not done, drawing strong protest from the industries. The MNS also warned the industries that if this was not done then they would launch an agitation.

Called Nitish Kumar for support many times but he didn't answer: Yashwant Sinha

Called Nitish Kumar for support many times but he didn't answer: Yashwant Sinha

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

The opposition's presidential poll candidate Yashwant Sinha on Friday revealed that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar refused to take his calls when he tried to seek the latter's support for his candidature.

Indian Food: 20 Magical Secrets

Indian Food: 20 Magical Secrets

Rediff.com16 Jul 2022

Explore ingredients that you may have never thought to use or need to use better.

Students Abroad: Simple Indian Recipes

Students Abroad: Simple Indian Recipes

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

Living away from home can be tough, especially if you have to cook on your own or rely on takeaways. Simple solutions for you!

Wonder Women Review: Must Watch!

Wonder Women Review: Must Watch!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

What makes Wonder Women brilliant is the breeziness of the events and issues it tackles without delving on it too much or surrendering to it completely, observes Divya Nair. Wonder Women Review

Recipe: Chicken Kofta Yoghurt Kadhi

Recipe: Chicken Kofta Yoghurt Kadhi

Rediff.com28 Apr 2022

An interesting non-vegetarian version of the beasan kadhi.

Who rocked the nauvari look? VOTE!

Who rocked the nauvari look? VOTE!

Rediff.com13 Jan 2020

Kajol looks at complete ease in the colourful nauvaris, which she also wore during her wedding to Ajay Devgn in 1999. Sukanya Verma looks at other Bollywood beauties, who have rocked the nauvari look.

'BJP is playing a gehri chaal in Maharashtra'

'BJP is playing a gehri chaal in Maharashtra'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2022

'The message the BJP is sending is that they are in no way responsible for Uddhav's downfall and it was only Shinde who is to be blamed.'

BEST THING That Happened To Mrunal Thakur

BEST THING That Happened To Mrunal Thakur

Rediff.com28 Oct 2021

'I went to meet him and he asked me, "Are you Maharashtrian?" and I said yes.' 'He said you are absolutely different in Batla House, but when I meet you, there is this freshness about you.'

What is Vicky Kaushal up to?

What is Vicky Kaushal up to?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2021

Dharmendra wraps up Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani... Sunny starts shooting for Gadar 2... Kareena spends time with Tusshar...

Bollywood's Beautiful Bombay Weddings

Bollywood's Beautiful Bombay Weddings

Rediff.com11 Apr 2022

Ahead of Bollywood's big fat Punjabi wedding, Namrata Thakker looks at other Bollywood celebrities who hosted their nuptials in Mumbai.

Will Ministry Expansion Curb Maharashtra's Political Disorder?

Will Ministry Expansion Curb Maharashtra's Political Disorder?

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

Fadnavis is the local remote control, but the ultimate remote control is in the hands of the BJP leadership in Delhi, observe Sunil Gatade and Venkatesh Kesari.

Mouthwatering food pix to lift your Friday mood

Mouthwatering food pix to lift your Friday mood

Rediff.com17 Apr 2020

Hemantkumar Shivsharan is making the most of the lockdown with these tempting home cooked meals.

Delhi murder: Aaftab told the police 'Yes, I killed her'

Delhi murder: Aaftab told the police 'Yes, I killed her'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

"One common friend of Aaftab Poonawala and Shraddha Walkar has been called for questioning. This is the friend who had intimated Shraddha's father about her going incommunicado," the sources said.