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This is for Meenal and the Mirror

This is for Meenal and the Mirror

Rediff.com18 Dec 2020

Saturday will be the last time the Mumbai Mirror will hit newsstands as a daily. Two Saturdays ago, its owners, the Times of India group, shocked the city by deciding to convert the Mirror into a weekly newspaper. Jyoti Punwani salutes the Mirror and its editor, Meenal Baghel, for its pathbreaking journalism.

Milind Rege, The Last of the Mohicans

Milind Rege, The Last of the Mohicans

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

'He devoted his entire life for the betterment of Mumbai cricket and cricketers.' 'Even when he left for the Elysian Fields, he was in harness as mentor/advisor to the MCA.' Hemant Kenkre mourns the passing of Mumbai cricket icon Milind Rege.

Anuja retains crown at expense of sister Meenal

Anuja retains crown at expense of sister Meenal

Rediff.com7 Aug 2004

Anuja Thakur retained her crown by defeating her sister and national snooker titlist Meenal by three frames to one in the final of the Bombay Gymkhana women's snooker tournament.

What Makes Jeetubhaiya Nervous?

What Makes Jeetubhaiya Nervous?

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

'The makers don't shoot in chunks, it is all in one go with all the characters visible in the frame. This set-up is different from the general shooting style.' 'To execute this, everyone needs to be well prepared.'

Darlings Alia, Vijay Win Filmfare OTT Awards

Darlings Alia, Vijay Win Filmfare OTT Awards

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

Meet the winners of the Filmfare OTT Awards 2023.

'Mumbai Rises to Save Democracy'

'Mumbai Rises to Save Democracy'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

'The State has played with their lives. Arsenal proved the machines were hacked and false evidence implanted with false files and letters.'

Farewell, Mumbai Mirror

Farewell, Mumbai Mirror

Rediff.com6 Dec 2020

Abhishek Mande Bhot recalls his stint at Mumbai Mirror, the iconic Mumbai daily newpaper, which its owners, the Times of India group, decided on Saturday to convert to a weekly newspaper.

How Quick Gun Murugun got his style

How Quick Gun Murugun got his style

Rediff.com28 Aug 2009

Meet the cool cowboy's design team.

'Nothing was off-limits for Dr Watsa'

'Nothing was off-limits for Dr Watsa'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

'He would never make fun of the person asking the question, however way-out the question may have been,' says Meenal Baghel, former editor, Mumbai Mirror.

Sexpert Dr Mahinder Watsa dead at 96

Sexpert Dr Mahinder Watsa dead at 96

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

Through his 'Ask the Sexpert' column published in the Mumbai Mirror newspaper for the last 15 years, Watsa educated and entertained his readers with witty replies.

'Grover murder is also a story of young India'

'Grover murder is also a story of young India'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2011

Sheela Bhatt speaks to Meenal Baghel, author of Death In Mumbai, an account of the Grover murder case, on the judgment that has shocked and surprised many.

Vidya Pillai goes down fighting

Vidya Pillai goes down fighting

Rediff.com6 Aug 2004

The Tamil Nadu lady gave national champion Meenal Thakur a huge scare before bowing out in the quarter-finals in the Bombay Gymkhana women's snooker tournament.

National billiards: Sitwalla stuns Sethi

National billiards: Sitwalla stuns Sethi

Rediff.com3 Sep 2010

Dhruv Sitwalla pulled off a 4-2 upset victory over former World champion Geet Sethi to enter the men's semi-finals, while Maharashtra's Meenal Thakur claimed the women's crown in the National Billiards Championships in Pune on Friday. Meenal outplayed Anuja Chandra of PSPB 76-59, 17-75, 76-55, 75-55 at the D Y Patil Vidyapeeth.

Fat to Fit: How I lost 24 kilos in 9 months

Fat to Fit: How I lost 24 kilos in 9 months

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

Sitaram Phadke shares his incredible weightloss journey

Spotted: Sohail Khan in Mumbai

Spotted: Sohail Khan in Mumbai

Rediff.com16 Dec 2010

Reader Meenal Kumar has sent us this photograph of the actor.

Thakur sisters too good

Thakur sisters too good

Rediff.com5 Aug 2004

Defending champion Anuja and National champion Meenal romped into the quarter-finals in the Bombay Gymkhana All India Ladies Open Snooker Tournament.

'I told them India was like a giant jumbo jet. It would take off slowly and be unstoppable'

'I told them India was like a giant jumbo jet. It would take off slowly and be unstoppable'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

This doctor couple put their faith in India. And in return India has put faith in them.

Khatarnak Fighters, Fast Forward, Kaboom: Movie titles for Tiger's new film

Khatarnak Fighters, Fast Forward, Kaboom: Movie titles for Tiger's new film

Rediff.com3 Jul 2019

We asked readers to help Tiger out by suggesting titles for his new film with Hrithik Roshan, and we got many responses!

6 dead, 23 injured in massive fire at Mumbai high-rise

6 dead, 23 injured in massive fire at Mumbai high-rise

Rediff.com22 Jan 2022

The blaze erupted around 7 am in Kamla building located opposite Gandhi Hospital at Gowalia Tank, the official of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said.

Kota Factory Season 2 review

Kota Factory Season 2 review

Rediff.com24 Sep 2021

Kota Factory finds success in a winsome cast as they lend heart to its moods and mundanity, notes Sukanya Verma.

Top 3 reasons why Samsung is killing competition

Top 3 reasons why Samsung is killing competition

Rediff.com19 May 2013

The Galaxy S Series, accepting the Android platform and niche marketing helped Samsung emerge on top in India.

Review: Micromax Canvas HD A116

Review: Micromax Canvas HD A116

Rediff.com24 Apr 2013

At Rs 14,900 Micromax Canvas HD A116 is value for money if you can ignore its not-so-great camera quality

Builders can't end deals if their demands aren't met

Builders can't end deals if their demands aren't met

Rediff.com10 Dec 2012

Apartment buyers are often put in a tight spot by developers who demand more money after initial payments.

Smartphone war: Can LG make a comeback with G2?

Smartphone war: Can LG make a comeback with G2?

Rediff.com3 Oct 2013

Touted as a counter to HTC One and Samsung Galaxy S4, LG G2's display and camera are are its major USPs. However, the camera button placement could be a major put off.

Sony Xperia Z tablet: Will you buy it for Rs 47k?

Sony Xperia Z tablet: Will you buy it for Rs 47k?

Rediff.com1 Oct 2013

Coming for a price close to Rs 47,000, it might seem a bit over-priced, but with the features it has been embedded with, this can be one of the best buys, reckons Meenal Singh.

REVIEW: Nikon Coolpix P330

REVIEW: Nikon Coolpix P330

Rediff.com20 Jun 2013

The new point-and-shoot camera from Nikon tags a competitive price of Rs 16,950.

'Maria Susairaj seemed like the girl-next-door'

'Maria Susairaj seemed like the girl-next-door'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2011

In a live chat with readers of Rediff.com, Baghel answered a variety of questions on what prompted her to choose this particular subject, her interactions with the protagonists and the trauma of their families

'Maria Susairaj was confused, vulnerable, manipulative and stupid'

'Maria Susairaj was confused, vulnerable, manipulative and stupid'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2011

In her book Death in Mumbai, Meenal Baghel digs deeper into the lives and psyche of the three protagonists -- Neeraj, Maria and Emile -- to unravel what made these otherwise ordinary people end up in such extraordinary, blood-stained circumstances.

26/11 judge slaps notice on Mumbai daily

26/11 judge slaps notice on Mumbai daily

Rediff.com24 Dec 2009

Judge M L Tahiliyani, who is presiding over the Mumbai terror attacks trial, on Thursday issued a notice to the Mumbai Mirror newspaper, asking why contempt of court proceedings should not be issued against it.

Bulbbul review

Bulbbul review

Rediff.com25 Jun 2020

Stunning looking, Bulbbul keeps the scares to a minimum, observes Moumita Bhattacharjee.

Indian-origin doctor couple begin legal battle with UK govt

Indian-origin doctor couple begin legal battle with UK govt

Rediff.com11 Jun 2020

Dr Nishant Joshi and his pregnant wife, Dr Meenal Viz, had initiated the legal action in April with a pre-action letter seeking answers from the UK's Department of Health and Social Care and Public Health England. They decided to push ahead with the case in the high court in London on Wednesday because they feel they are "no longer willing to wait".

Alok Kumar wins Nat snooker crown

Alok Kumar wins Nat snooker crown

Rediff.com2 Feb 2007

The Petroleum Sports Promotion Board cueist beat Rupesh Shah of Gujarat by six frames to five in a nail-biting final.

Spotted: Vijay Amritraj at the US Open

Spotted: Vijay Amritraj at the US Open

Rediff.com2 Feb 2007

Reader Shreedhar Kale sent us a picture of Vijay Amritraj from the USA.

Aftab vacations in Florida

Aftab vacations in Florida

Rediff.com19 Jul 2007

Reader Meenal sends in a picture.

Review: Pink, a film that must be championed

Review: Pink, a film that must be championed

Rediff.com16 Sep 2016

'This is a solid, terse film that makes its points in mainstream fashion with an appropriate lack of subtlety.' 'Pink is a barnstormer -- and it doesn't pull its punches.'

'Ramani is not alone in her fight': 20 women scribes ready to testify against Akbar

'Ramani is not alone in her fight': 20 women scribes ready to testify against Akbar

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

'Ramani is not alone in her fight,' the journalists said in the joint statement undersigned by them.

'I was always drawn to dark fairy tales'

'I was always drawn to dark fairy tales'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

'These are cautionary tales, warning you to grow up fast, to be aware of the world around you and make sure that there are no wolves hiding in the shadows.'

Advani wins opening match in IBSF World Snooker

Advani wins opening match in IBSF World Snooker

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

India's top cueist Pankaj Advani fought off a stiff resistance from Keen Hoo Moh of Malaysia to notch up a 4-2 win in his opening match in the Seaways IBSF World Snooker Championship in Bangalore.

M J Akbar resigns as minister over #MeToo allegations

M J Akbar resigns as minister over #MeToo allegations

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

The MoS was accused of sexual harassment from his former colleagues during his stint as an editor; allegations which he has termed as "baseless" and "fabricated".

Why Modi stood by an embattled Sushma Swaraj

Why Modi stood by an embattled Sushma Swaraj

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

Sheela Bhatt/Rediff.com decodes why Modi has decided to retain her in the Union Cabinet despite this controversy and their many internal differences.