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I can vouch for Raman's column on Yakub Memon: Brother

'I well remember the article you have published because prior to sending it to you, he had shown it to me and I can vouch for its contents in the form in which you have published it. That was why I......

Judgment time for Mr Modi

'Mr Modi, unless he changes his approach, may further legitimise the idea that it is perfectly all right for Hindus to dictate terms to the minorities.''Indira Gandhi's political expediency did......

The Man Who Fought Al-Qaeda, Taliban

Ahmed Shah Massoud's assassination, 9/11 and the defeat and ejection of the Taliban suggested a break in Afghanistan's history, but the events of August 2021 and the Taliban's return shows how......

My Mother-In-Law Zakia Jafri's 20 Year Wait For Justice

Every February 28th, Zakia Jafri relives the agony of witnessing the brutal massacre of her husband, former Congress MP Ahsan Jafri, along with scores of other women and children.Despite......

How you have disappointed, Mr Modi!

With what joyous expectations I welcomed you! You have tumbled me into a cauldron of gloomy forebodings, says B S Raghavan. My joy knew no bounds when Narendra Modi was elected with an absolute......

Mr Modi, it's time you reformed the IAS!

Contrary to the popular belief that the IAS cadres manage the country - they are actually required to manage politicians, most of whom do not pass any sort of muster, says T C A Srinivasa-Raghavan.......

What's the big idea, Mr Modi?

What is the central idea, not policy, that will underpin India’s efforts during the 21st century, says T C A Srinivasa-Raghavan.The first year of Narendra Modi’s government is......

Sitharaman and Das: Like Dhoni and Jadeja

When it comes to running between the wickets -- which is exactly what an FM and a governor do -- Jadeja always defers to Dhoni's larger judgement of the situation and the needs of the team,......

Is Modi going the Manmohan way?

'The Modi government, like the Singh one, has run into what is called a perfect storm, where everything that can go wrong does so at the same time,' points out T C A Srinivasa-Raghavan. ......

Modi2 must focus on the economy!

'If he were to ask me, I would tell Mr Modi that the real Congress legacy he has to undo is not Nehru's social and political philosophy -- which fits India perfectly -- but his daughter's economic......

Actor Satish Shah passes away at 74

Born on June 25, 1951, Shah was a prominent figure in Indian cinema and television. His career spanned several decades, during which he earned acclaim for his comedic timing in movies such as Jaane......

Bollywood's Best Pictures Of 2024

Film folk have been very busy this year, attending trailer launches and promotional events. Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff.com vouches for that, as he recaps 2024 with his insightful clicks. ......

When Retro Songs Make A Re-Entry In The Movies

Hindi film songs have a long life and versatile character. They please. They comfort. And when used in a different surrounding from its original setting, they acquire an altogether new context.......

Who Is The Busiest Bollywood Actress?

Had the pandemic been under control, January would have seen quite a few releases, with many more to go. But with COVID cases rising, the films are piling up even as Bollywood continues to make......

Who Is The Busiest Bollywood Star?

Had the pandemic been under control, January would have seen quite a few releases, with many more to go. But with COVID cases rising, the films are piling up even as Bollywood continues to make......

Indian mixed relay team's Asiad silver upgraded to gold

IMAGE: India’s 4x400m mixed relay team at the 2018 Asian Games, comprising Muhammed Anas Yahiya, Hima Das, Poovamma Raju Machettira and Arokia Rajiv, celebrate after the finish, at the BK......

M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

Tamil Nadu Cricket AssociationDate of inspection: 21 September 2002Present: N Srinivasan (President)C Vijaya Raghavan (Hon SecretaryKasi Vishwanathan (Assistant Secretary)Mr Shankarrao (Assistant......

Sports Shorts: Sharath Kamal sails into at WTT Contender semis

IMAGE: World No 41 Achanta Sharath Kamal is the lone Indian in the competition. Photograph: Thomas Peter/Reuters Veteran Sharath Kamal finally made the men's singles medal round in a major......