News for '-own-voice'

Pratishtha the Unstoppable

Pratishtha the Unstoppable

Rediff.com2 Jun 2022

Pratishtha Deveshwar learnt to reframe her anguish into an opportunity for action. She felt that God had given her an opportunity to make an impact on the wider world.

Who is Sanjana Ganesan?

Who is Sanjana Ganesan?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

5 things you must know about the lady who has won bashful Boom Boom's heart.

Bhansali Dedicates Gangubai Kathiawadi to Lataji

Bhansali Dedicates Gangubai Kathiawadi to Lataji

Rediff.com11 Feb 2022

'It's my humble tribute to a talent that has no limits, no boundaries.'

'My fashion label is an extension of my personality'

'My fashion label is an extension of my personality'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

'I am just an artist trying to establish my own voice and be my own person,' the unconventional designer tells Amrita Singh.

The Girl Salman Khan Noticed!

The Girl Salman Khan Noticed!

Rediff.com26 Nov 2021

'When the camera rolls, he is Salman Khan and he is Aayush Sharma.' 'No family comes into the picture.' 'That became quite a challenge for Aayush because he knew this film will make or break his career.' 'Mahesh sir also told him: "When you're shooting, you have to forget you are related or that he's a superstar".'

12 RARE Lata Mangeshkar songs

12 RARE Lata Mangeshkar songs

Rediff.com29 Sep 2020

We continue celebrating Lataji's birthday, as Subhash K Jha picks 12 unknown but exquisite Lata songs

Lata Sang, Nehru Cried: The Real Story

Lata Sang, Nehru Cried: The Real Story

Rediff.com1 Oct 2020

'I came to hear you sing Ae Mere Watan Ke Logon. I am glad I have heard you sing.'

Online meetings: 5 tips to make an impression

Online meetings: 5 tips to make an impression

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

Ask yourself 3 questions, advises Seema Chowdhry: Who is going to be in the audience? What type of questions can they ask? Do I know the answers?

Engineer by degree, singer by passion

Engineer by degree, singer by passion

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

Flautist, singer and composer Rasika Shekar talks about her interesting musical journey.

'We must buy less, buy better and wear it for longer'

'We must buy less, buy better and wear it for longer'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2021

''Fashion without a conscience is a ticking time bomb.'

Vikram sings for Kanthasami

Vikram sings for Kanthasami

Rediff.com9 Feb 2009

Vikram sings all the four songs for Kanthasami under the music direction of Devi Sri Prasad.

What is your listening strategy? Tell us!

What is your listening strategy? Tell us!

Rediff.com30 Jul 2014

Narendra Modi, by all accounts, is a fantastic listener. The prime minister listens intently to all points presented at meetings before he takes a measured decision.

What Bharat Ki Baat told us about Modi

What Bharat Ki Baat told us about Modi

Rediff.com20 Apr 2018

'So you wonder, couldn't he have combined these two qualities: His love of his own voice, and his acting talents, to voice concern about the Kathua and Unnao rapes?' asks Jyoti Punwani. 'His supporters are siding with the accused in the first case, and are the accused in the second.'

Govt's fiscal stimulus package hopelessly inadequate: Chidambaram

Govt's fiscal stimulus package hopelessly inadequate: Chidambaram

Rediff.com18 May 2020

Chidambaram said the stimulus package has left several sections like the poor, migrants, farmers, labourers, workers, small shopkeepers and middle class high and dry.

'Secular parties cannot rule forever by showing fear of the BJP to Muslims'

'Secular parties cannot rule forever by showing fear of the BJP to Muslims'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

'We have finished that fear.'

Meet Verve's fearless coverstar

Meet Verve's fearless coverstar

Rediff.com12 Apr 2018

The model morphed into a goddess on the cover.

The women taking charge at CAA protests

The women taking charge at CAA protests

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

In this winter of discontent, in every procession, in every demonstration, in every protest -- from Jawaharlal Nehru University to Jamia to Shaheen Bagh to the streets of Mumbai -- the front rows have been occupied by women. It's been weeks since women have been sitting in protest across the country against the newly-introduced Citizenship Amendment Act and the proposed National Register of Citizens. The protests are a nerve centre of unwavering voices against what has been perceived as a discriminatory law. The women -- some housewives, some students with hijabs covering their hair, and others in full-length burqa robes -- are rallying against the 'Man' in what could also be perceived as a revolution for the 'weaker sex' in India.

An interview with Lata Mangeshkar's biographer

An interview with Lata Mangeshkar's biographer

Rediff.com23 Sep 2009

Do you know Lata Mangeshkar likes to gamble in Las Vegas? Read on for her biographer Nasreen Munni Kabir's fascinating insights on the legendary singer.

For executive women, it can be lonely at the top

For executive women, it can be lonely at the top

Rediff.com6 May 2009

Even today, it can be tough for women in the executive ranks.

Now, a book on Lata Mangeshkar

Now, a book on Lata Mangeshkar

Rediff.com18 May 2009

A book chronicling the life and times of legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar in the form of conversations with her was released on May 15.

Apple loses China patent case, separate suit continues

Apple loses China patent case, separate suit continues

Rediff.com9 Jul 2014

Apple had taken Shanghai-based Zhizhen Internet Technology and China's State Intellectual Property Office to court to seek a ruling that Zhizhen's patent rights to a speech recognition technology were invalid.

JNU row: Indian home minister misleading people, says Hafiz Saeed

JNU row: Indian home minister misleading people, says Hafiz Saeed

Rediff.com15 Feb 2016

Jamaat-ud-Dawah chief Hafiz Mohammad Saeed has rejected claims by Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh that he had supported the event in the Jawaharlal Nehru University in memory of Parliament attack convict Afzal Guru.

Rahman: Aamir is not difficult to work with

Rahman: Aamir is not difficult to work with

Rediff.com22 May 2008

Abbas is a completely new team for me. He has written the lyrics too. So working with him was a little strange in the beginnig. we we got used to each other. When the music was done Aamir was happy and appreacited us. He said that the two of us made a good team.

5 career mistakes women must AVOID

5 career mistakes women must AVOID

Rediff.com22 Oct 2019

In spite of continuous arguments about equality, women still do unmistakably more work than men at home, says Nidhi Pant.

Bubble Motion plans R&D hub in India

Bubble Motion plans R&D hub in India

Rediff.com10 Oct 2006

US-based voice enabled SMS applications provider Bubble Motion will invest about Rs 25 crore (Rs 250 million) in setting up an R&D centre in India, besides increasing its headcount nine fold this year.

Do what you love and money will follow!

Do what you love and money will follow!

Rediff.com24 Jul 2015

Yes, it is possible to turn your dreams into reality.

And now musical SMS from IDEA

And now musical SMS from IDEA

Rediff.com6 Aug 2003

IDEA Cellular Limited has come up with a new scheme whereby cell phone users can send forth music messages by dedicating their favourite song to their loved ones with a personalised message in their own voice.

Why Yeddy may not be BJP's best bet in Karnataka

Why Yeddy may not be BJP's best bet in Karnataka

Rediff.com26 Jul 2019

In true Karnataka political style, which cuts across parties and loyalties, any reinstatement of Yeddiyurappa, even with adequate legislative majority, could trigger rebellion from within, which could embarrass the Modi-Shah duo than any other development elsewhere in the country, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Sharapova excited about her return after doping ban

Sharapova excited about her return after doping ban

Rediff.com29 Mar 2017

Tennis star Maria Sharapova said on Tuesday she is excited about her return to competition next month, feeling vindicated by the reduction of her doping suspension and empowered by her time away.

The mystery of the never-ending con-call

The mystery of the never-ending con-call

Rediff.com11 Jun 2018

The attendee had to call into the conference call and say a few initial pleasantries to establish his/her presence, but could then leave the app to handle the rest once the Senior Company Bore began his monologue... A rib-tickling excerpt from Sanjeev Sanyal's Life Over Two Beers.

Wolf Call: Why this endangered species howls less

Wolf Call: Why this endangered species howls less

Rediff.com14 Apr 2018

Studying wolves' howls could reveal how human language evolved.

'War is not a solution to anything'

'War is not a solution to anything'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2017

'War cannot resolve problems. So wisdom is to resolve diplomatically.'

Review: Mammootty disappoints in Kadal Kadannu Oru Mathukkutty

Review: Mammootty disappoints in Kadal Kadannu Oru Mathukkutty

Rediff.com9 Aug 2013

Mammootty looks jaded and director Ranjith has done a shoddy job.

The full list of exciting technology and gadgets expected in 2018

The full list of exciting technology and gadgets expected in 2018

Rediff.com5 Jan 2018

The new year holds the promise of great innovations and inventions.

V-Day Special: 10 things to avoid on your first date

V-Day Special: 10 things to avoid on your first date

Rediff.com11 Feb 2016

How to make your FIRST DATE a grand SUCCESS!

Review: Killa is a beautiful, beautiful film

Review: Killa is a beautiful, beautiful film

Rediff.com26 Jun 2015

Killa is a deep film with lofty ambitions and brilliant performances, raves Raja Sen.

Review: Lekar Hum Deewana Dil is a bit of a mess

Review: Lekar Hum Deewana Dil is a bit of a mess

Rediff.com4 Jul 2014

Lekar Hum Deewana Dil struggles to find its own voice, according to Nishi Tiwari.

Assertive vs Aggressive: How to play the good boss

Assertive vs Aggressive: How to play the good boss

Rediff.com5 Dec 2016

Let your team know that they have a voice and their voice matters, but also make sure you don't let your own voice drown.

'Janhvi is a full Bollywood heroine!'

'Janhvi is a full Bollywood heroine!'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2018

'Janhvi came into our lives thanks to Manish Malhotra.' 'He knew Janhvi for a long time and asked Karan to meet her.' 'He said, she has been doing natak from the age of four!' 'I made her do scenes from Badri just to see what she can do.' 'When I saw the scenes and how she responds to directions, I was convinced that I had found Parathvi.'