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British politicians voice support for agitating farmers in India

British politicians voice support for agitating farmers in India

Rediff.com2 Dec 2020

India has called the remarks by foreign leaders on protests by farmers as "ill-informed" and "unwarranted" as the matter pertained to the internal affairs of a democratic country.

Recipes: Irresistible Almond Desserts

Recipes: Irresistible Almond Desserts

Rediff.com5 Oct 2021

Want to feature almonds in a dessert? Here's some inspiration.

Bigg Boss 14: Just who is Rubina Dilaik?

Bigg Boss 14: Just who is Rubina Dilaik?

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

Namrata Thakker takes a closer look this 33-year-old actress through her Instagram feed.

Has Congress shot itself in the foot with drug case against Majithia on poll eve?

Has Congress shot itself in the foot with drug case against Majithia on poll eve?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2022

'This is evidently pure vendetta politics and may even end up helping the Akalis in the elections'

How AAP aims to recreate Punjab magic in Haryana

How AAP aims to recreate Punjab magic in Haryana

Rediff.com18 Apr 2022

AAP is working on its new strategy to build a strong organisational set-up with leaders from all sections of society, reports Nitin Kumar.

Sonu Sood made brand ambassador of Punjab's vaccination program

Sonu Sood made brand ambassador of Punjab's vaccination program

Rediff.com11 Apr 2021

"Happy to share that actor & philanthropist @SonuSood will be the Brand Ambassador of our #Covid19 vaccination drive. I thank him for supporting our campaign to reach out to, and protect, every Punjabi, and appeal to all to get vaccinated at the earliest," the chief minister tweeted.

Senior Punjab cop resigns to support protesting farmers

Senior Punjab cop resigns to support protesting farmers

Rediff.com13 Dec 2020

Thousands of farmers from Punjab, Haryana and other areas have stayed put at various Delhi border points, protesting against the new farm laws, which they fear will dismantle the minimum support price system, leaving them at the "mercy" of big corporate firms.

Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui Review

Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui Review

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

Where Ayushmann Khurrana gets the tone and texture of his hypermasculine chump in skinny gym shorts down pat, Vaani Kapoor is a picture of backbone and restraint in a role that could not have been easy, observes Sukanya Verma.

Milkha Singh's wife dies due to COVID complications

Milkha Singh's wife dies due to COVID complications

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

She was 85 and is survived by her husband, one son and three daughters.

'I watched Punjabi Superman to get the accent right in Bitto Boss'

'I watched Punjabi Superman to get the accent right in Bitto Boss'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2012

Pulkit Samrat talks about his first film, Bitto Boss.

Encourage students to take 'cow science' exam: UGC to varsities

Encourage students to take 'cow science' exam: UGC to varsities

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has asked vice chancellors of varsities across the country to 'encourage' students to take an online voluntary national-level exam to test their knowledge on 'gau vigyan' (cow science).

Life limping back to normalcy in Shillong, but curfew re-imposed

Life limping back to normalcy in Shillong, but curfew re-imposed

Rediff.com5 Jun 2018

The hill town has been in the grip of violence since Thursday following a clash between the Sikh residents in Shillong's Punjabi Lane area and the Khasi drivers of state-run buses.

'Grateful to be alive, I want to work'

'Grateful to be alive, I want to work'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

'All my life, I have made expensive films. This time, I want to make the least expensive film ever made in Bollywood.' 'It's an honest attempt to climb Mount Everest without knowing if I will reach the peak.'

'I don't know anything about films'

'I don't know anything about films'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2019

'There are times when I have to convince myself to go on the sets to shoot.'

When Bollywood hired FAKE PARENTS

When Bollywood hired FAKE PARENTS

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

Beg, borrow, steal or adopt, fake parents share a history of coming to the hero or heroine's rescue ensuing in much mirth and masala.

Modi pays surprise visit to Gurudwara Rakab Ganj

Modi pays surprise visit to Gurudwara Rakab Ganj

Rediff.com20 Dec 2020

Modi offered prayers during his visit to the gurudwara for which no police bandobast or traffic barriers were put in place to restrict movement of the common man, official sources said.

Hrithik, Aamir, Ranveer refused Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

Hrithik, Aamir, Ranveer refused Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

When the top stars refused to play Milkha Singh, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra went down another route. A riveting excerpt from the director's memoir The Stranger In The Mirror.

AAP's Mann of the moment in Punjab

AAP's Mann of the moment in Punjab

Rediff.com19 Jan 2022

Aam Aadmi Party calls Bhagwant Mann its people's choice for CM candidate in Punjab. Syed Firdaus Ashraf/Rediff.com traces what makes Mann so indispensable for his party.

When Lataji Stunned Noorjehan

When Lataji Stunned Noorjehan

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

Was this indeed the Lata who had started out with her, as a child star, in Badi Maa (1945)? Raju Bharatan recalls yet another memorable incident from Lata Mangeshkar's incredible life.

Akshay, Rajinikanth Pump Life Back into the Movies

Akshay, Rajinikanth Pump Life Back into the Movies

Rediff.com24 Nov 2021

Sooryavanshi and Annaatthe have already collected 6 percent of the film industry's 2020 revenue.

'I've learnt how to deal with Bollywood'

'I've learnt how to deal with Bollywood'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2021

'It feels like a roller coaster ride, but I am slowly coming into my own in this industry.'

Want to have chai with Sara?

Want to have chai with Sara?

Rediff.com15 Dec 2020

Kareena's favourite boys, Priyanka's cuddly partners and more...

Omicron Cancels Christmas, New Year Parties

Omicron Cancels Christmas, New Year Parties

Rediff.com22 Dec 2021

'We are not organising any large celebrations on New Year's Eve to avoid last-minute changes in guidelines.'

Channi declared Congress CM face for Punjab polls

Channi declared Congress CM face for Punjab polls

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

The other main contender for the party's CM face was Punjab Congress chief Navjot Singh Sidhu, a Jat Sikh face.

The making of India's U-19 World Cup hero Raj Bawa

The making of India's U-19 World Cup hero Raj Bawa

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

'When he was a kid, Raj kept on watching Yuvraj, who would come for his nets at the academy and for kids. The first hero makes a lasting impression.'

The feeling of winning a medal at the Paralympics is sinking in: Harvinder

The feeling of winning a medal at the Paralympics is sinking in: Harvinder

Rediff.com7 Sep 2021

India's first Paralympic medal winner archer Harvinder Singh, who had turned his farm at a Punjab village into a practice ground during the lockdown, on Tuesday attributed his success to long hours of training, including "practice of tie shots and breathing exercises".

Kriti and Varun say bye bye

Kriti and Varun say bye bye

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

Nysa turns 18 and her parents Kajol and Ajay Devgn get emotional... Huma promotes her film at midnight...

'It was weird to work with Raveena'

'It was weird to work with Raveena'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2021

'She is associated with our growing up years.' 'When I first met her, it was a little awkward for a couple of days as she is a really popular actor of the '90s.'

SC refuses to defer NEET-UG exam

SC refuses to defer NEET-UG exam

Rediff.com6 Sep 2021

A bench headed by Justice A M Khanwilkar said if students want to appear in multiple exams, then they need to prioritise and make a choice as there may never be a situation where everyone is satisfied with the date of exams.

Sidhu takes charge as Punjab Congress chief after meeting Amarinder

Sidhu takes charge as Punjab Congress chief after meeting Amarinder

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

After taking charge at the state Congress headquarters, the cricketer-turned-politician said there was no difference between an ordinary worker of the party and its state unit chief.

India's Future: Tier 2 Cities

India's Future: Tier 2 Cities

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

If India is to urbanise successfully, it has to focus on Tier 2 cities with a population of one-five million, observes T N Ninan.

WATCH: Visually challenged kids record their first song

WATCH: Visually challenged kids record their first song

Rediff.com24 Jun 2020

Singer Aanchal Shrivastava taught the kids the songs over phone calls.

Why an Indian hero's statue was unveiled in Pakistan

Why an Indian hero's statue was unveiled in Pakistan

Rediff.com10 Jul 2019

'In Pakistan there has been no problem about the installation of the statues of these men, unlike the Jinnah portrait or other controversies that seem to be present in India these days quite regularly,' says Aakar Patel.

#Istandwithfarmer, #NoFarmersNoFood trend on Twitter

#Istandwithfarmer, #NoFarmersNoFood trend on Twitter

Rediff.com8 Dec 2020

A nationwide agitation was held on the call of 'December 8 Kisan Mahaandolan' as protesting farmers vociferously reiterated their demand of repealing the new farm laws, which they have termed as "kala kanoon".

Channi or Sidhu? Cong workers will decide Punjab CM face, says Rahul

Channi or Sidhu? Cong workers will decide Punjab CM face, says Rahul

Rediff.com28 Jan 2022

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday said the party will go into the Punjab assembly polls with a CM face and the decision on it will be taken soon after consulting party workers.

Sikh community in Lakhimpur Kheri hit hard by violence

Sikh community in Lakhimpur Kheri hit hard by violence

Rediff.com6 Oct 2021

Largest in area among the 75 UP districts, Lakhimpur Kheri, known for sugarcane cultivation, with nine sugar mills in the district, is home to three or four lakh Sikhs.

What Makes Alia So SUCCESSFUL?

What Makes Alia So SUCCESSFUL?

Rediff.com6 Oct 2021

Joginder Tuteja looks at the magic she's created with her leading men in the past.

Indian-origin MP in New Zealand takes oath in Sanskrit

Indian-origin MP in New Zealand takes oath in Sanskrit

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

Dr Gaurav Sharma, 33, hailing from Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur, was recently elected as the Member of Parliament from the Labour Party for Hamilton West in New Zealand.

Nikhat Zareen's Chance At World Glory

Nikhat Zareen's Chance At World Glory

Rediff.com14 Apr 2022

As boxer Nikhat Zareen prepares to head to her first World Championships in the 51 kg category, she feels she has plenty in her armoury to go the distance.

Bigg Boss 15: Meet The Contestants

Bigg Boss 15: Meet The Contestants

Rediff.com4 Oct 2021

Bigg Boss 15 is going to be one hell of a roller coaster ride.