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'Burn down police station': MP Cong MLA caught on video inciting farmers

'Burn down police station': MP Cong MLA caught on video inciting farmers

Rediff.com9 Jun 2017

Congress has said that it will never instigate violence for political benefits.

'Messi will arrive as always with enthusiasm to play'

'Messi will arrive as always with enthusiasm to play'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

Barcelona coach Luis Enrique expects Lionel Messi to bounce back from a difficult summer with his usual enthusiasm -- and does not rule out a return to international football.

If we had Rafale, results would've been different: PM

If we had Rafale, results would've been different: PM

Rediff.com3 Mar 2019

"The country has suffered a lot due to selfish interests earlier and now politics over Rafale," he said.

'For 70 years, these people have been criticising Bapu'

'For 70 years, these people have been criticising Bapu'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

'While they claim to cherish Bapu's ideals, they cherish Godse as fervently.'

Marseille head into break as leaders after beating Lille

Marseille head into break as leaders after beating Lille

Rediff.com22 Dec 2014

Olympique de Marseille will lead Ligue 1 into the two-week break thanks to Michy Batshuayi's half-volleyed winner in a 2-1 home victory over Lille on Sunday.

The REBELLIOUS rang of romance in Silsila

The REBELLIOUS rang of romance in Silsila

Rediff.com21 Mar 2019

Silsila didn't work. But its roaring rang of romance continues to colour every single Holi. Sukanya Verma revisits this classic.

Congress may not get even 50 seats: Modi in Mumbai

Congress may not get even 50 seats: Modi in Mumbai

Rediff.com26 Apr 2019

In an apparent bid to offset BJP candidate Pragya Thakur's controversial statement against slain IPS officer Hemant Karkare, Modi heaped praises on Mumbai police.

Bigg Boss 10: When Salman lost his cool

Bigg Boss 10: When Salman lost his cool

Rediff.com12 Dec 2016

The way Salman confronted Swami Om, there is hope for Bigg Boss.

'It was a mistake to accept the captaincy of Pakistan in 2007'

'It was a mistake to accept the captaincy of Pakistan in 2007'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2014

Pakistan's former captain and discarded all-rounder Shoaib Malik has said he made a mistake in his career to accept the captaincy of the national team after the 2007 World Cup.

26 life lessons from The Gita

26 life lessons from The Gita

Rediff.com19 Feb 2020

The Gita teaches you to be truthful, refrain from criticism and manage your emotions wisely.

Modi 'possessed by the devil' of Congress mukt Bharat: Sonia

Modi 'possessed by the devil' of Congress mukt Bharat: Sonia

Rediff.com8 May 2018

Sonia wanted to know what happened to the institution of Lok Pal, the anti-graft watchdog that was proposed to be set up.

Andhra Pradesh has a new capital: Amaravathi

Andhra Pradesh has a new capital: Amaravathi

Rediff.com22 Oct 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi set a historic moment for Andhra Pradesh, as he laid the foundation stone of capital Amaravati at the Uddandarayuni Palem on Thursday. More than 10,000 police personnels were deployed for the even in the city.

Hockey WC: England beat NZ, to meet Argentina in quarters

Hockey WC: England beat NZ, to meet Argentina in quarters

Rediff.com10 Dec 2018

England scored through Will Calnan's (25th minute) field strike and penalty corner conversion by Luke Taylor (44th) to register the comfortable win.

Bigg Boss: 'If there was no jodi concept, I 'd have lasted longer'

Bigg Boss: 'If there was no jodi concept, I 'd have lasted longer'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2018

'I have a very strong presence of mind. If someone is planning to target me, I will not give them an opportunity. I didn't know Kriti's weaknesses, so I was disappointed with the pairing.'

LS polls like the third battle of Panipat: Shah

LS polls like the third battle of Panipat: Shah

Rediff.com12 Jan 2019

"Nobody other than Modi can give a strong government," Shah said.

'See the ball and hit it...is the only way to describe this approach'

'See the ball and hit it...is the only way to describe this approach'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2016

Ben Stokes' reaction to his record-breaking day with the bat was almost as nonchalant as his approach in scoring 258 to help England to a stunning 629 for six declared in the second Test against South Africa.

Opposition creating unrest in society, cut off from reality: Modi

Opposition creating unrest in society, cut off from reality: Modi

Rediff.com28 Jun 2018

Those who always talk of 'samajwad' and 'bahujan' are extremely selfish, he said in an apparent reference to Bharatiya Janata Party's key rivals in Uttar Pradesh - the Bahujan Samaj Party and the Samajwadi Party.

A mother's response to her son being gay

A mother's response to her son being gay

Rediff.com10 Sep 2018

Arnab Nandy's post about coming out of the closet and how his parents celebrated the Section 377 verdict has gone viral.

McDonalds row: Sena wonders when will the poor see 'acche din'

McDonalds row: Sena wonders when will the poor see 'acche din'

Rediff.com19 Jan 2015

Amid controversy over a street child being thrown out of a McDonald's restaurant in Pune, the Shiv Sena, which is a part of BJP-led government in Maharashtra, on Monday wondered as to when will acche din (good days) arrive for the poor in the country.

Bigg Boss 10: Jason and Mona sizzle

Bigg Boss 10: Jason and Mona sizzle

Rediff.com5 Dec 2016

There were many twists in the show over the weekend.

Why one can't be an RSS pracharak and a disciple of Patel simultaneously

Why one can't be an RSS pracharak and a disciple of Patel simultaneously

Rediff.com31 Oct 2018

Utkarsh Mishra explains what Sardar Patel thought and said about the RSS.

Ponzi menace: Indian sentenced to prison in US

Ponzi menace: Indian sentenced to prison in US

Rediff.com12 Dec 2014

Several of Sachin Uppal's victims were family friends

Protests for united Andhra Pradesh intensify

Protests for united Andhra Pradesh intensify

Rediff.com30 Jul 2013

Students, employees and other supporters of united Andhra Pradesh continued protests in the Rayalaseema and coastal Andhra regions on Tuesday, amid indications that the ruling Congress would take a decision in favour of separate Telangana.

Shazia Ilmi chose wrong words: Kejriwal

Shazia Ilmi chose wrong words: Kejriwal

Rediff.com24 Apr 2014

Amid increasing criticism of Shazia Ilmi's controversial remarks, AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday said she chose the wrong words and did not mean to trigger hatred among communities for electoral benefit.

Gooch hails 'maturing' Root as new Cook in the making

Gooch hails 'maturing' Root as new Cook in the making

Rediff.com23 Jul 2013

Former England captain Graham Gooch has backed upcoming batting star Joe Root, saying that he is rapidly maturing into being more like England skipper Alastair Cook.

'Where was Nitish Kumar for 4 days when Patna was flooded?'

'Where was Nitish Kumar for 4 days when Patna was flooded?'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

'Nitish Kumar's government has proved during these floods that it is a helpless government.'

Clarke reveals he said 'Watson part of group that are like a tumour'

Clarke reveals he said 'Watson part of group that are like a tumour'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

In a televised interview, the former Australian captain also spoke of his dressing room bust-up with Simon Katich among other controversial topics

Imran Khan, anyone?

Imran Khan, anyone?

Rediff.com25 Jul 2018

'The generals couldn't care less about political corruption, being complicit themselves.' 'Coup d'etats are out of fashion.' 'Their only desire is backroom control,' says Sunil Sethi.

Cricket's dressing room blues go back a long way

Cricket's dressing room blues go back a long way

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

'The dressing room is a precinct that abounds with all the complexities that make up human nature -- and the unpredictable consequences that can emerge from interpersonal relationships. 'A cursory study of cricket history throws up interesting (and some hugely surprising) examples of conflict between players from the same team,' says Ayaz Memon

Why was Madhav Apte dropped from the Indian team?

Why was Madhav Apte dropped from the Indian team?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

'Indian cricket is in the safe hands of excitingly talented cricketers. No team can afford to underestimate India. If they do, it is to their peril.'

Farah Khan goes to Maldives

Farah Khan goes to Maldives

Rediff.com19 Mar 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

'Personality politics died with Amma'

'Personality politics died with Amma'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2016

'I don't think after Amma, the cult of personality will endure.' 'I think there will be a shift back to the politics of ideology and principles rather than a cult of personality.'

Will Real Madrid sell out-of-form Bale to Manchester United?

Will Real Madrid sell out-of-form Bale to Manchester United?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2015

While it is unfair to blame the Wales winger for all of Real's recent woes, it cannot be denied that he appears to be struggling for form and confidence.

Hardik used quota stir to become crorepati, say ex-aides

Hardik used quota stir to become crorepati, say ex-aides

Rediff.com23 Aug 2016

Chirag and Ketan asked Hardik to stop 'boasting' only about his 'imprisonment' or else they would reveal some of the 'darkest secrets' related to the agitation.

IndiGo pilots up in arms over 'foreign hands'

IndiGo pilots up in arms over 'foreign hands'

Rediff.com18 Jun 2018

The IAF pilots, who are middle-aged, are willing to fly any number of hours, as they are keen to make quick money before they retire

SP-BSP tie-up may cost BJP 25-30 LS seats in UP: Union minister

SP-BSP tie-up may cost BJP 25-30 LS seats in UP: Union minister

Rediff.com30 Mar 2018

In the same breath, the RPI-A leader said, "No one can challenge Prime Minister Narendra Modi -- neither Congress president Rahul Gandhi, nor SP chief Akhilesh Yadav, nor BSP supremo Mayawati."

Soccer shots: Balotelli completes loan move to Milan from Liverpool

Soccer shots: Balotelli completes loan move to Milan from Liverpool

Rediff.com27 Aug 2015

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La Liga: Morata takes Real Madrid top, Sevilla sinks Atletico

La Liga: Morata takes Real Madrid top, Sevilla sinks Atletico

Rediff.com24 Oct 2016

Alvaro Morata again proved decisive from the bench by striking a late winner against Athletic Bilbao and firing a lacklustre Real Madrid to the top of La Liga on Sunday. The Spain international has been afforded limited opportunities in his first season back at Real following two years with Juventus, struggling to usurp first choice forwards Gareth Bale, Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema. Morata has made just four league starts, but has scored four times in all competitions.

Readers Speak: 'I support breastfeeding but..'

Readers Speak: 'I support breastfeeding but..'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2018

Why Rediff readers support breastfeeding.

The colour of inclusion

The colour of inclusion

Rediff.com2 Mar 2018

Inclusion has never been a straight road and stories from ancient cultures show it has always been a struggle to accord equal status to all genders and species, says Arundhuti Dasgupta.