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Bada Naam Karenge Review: Good Watch

Bada Naam Karenge Review: Good Watch

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

Bada Naam Karenge is a sweet, simple love story sprinkled with family drama and entertainment, something that has been missing from the OTT space for a while, feels Namrata Thakker.

Can RSS Put Aurangzeb's Ghost To Rest in Maharashtra?

Can RSS Put Aurangzeb's Ghost To Rest in Maharashtra?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Senior RSS leader Suresh Bhaiyyaji Joshi's call to drop the Aurangzeb tomb controversy challenges decades of communal rhetoric in Maharashtra, igniting hopes for unity and a balanced historical narrative.

'Dragged its feet': HC 'questions bona fides' of Delhi govt

'Dragged its feet': HC 'questions bona fides' of Delhi govt

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

The Delhi high court on Monday said the state government dragged its feet on the issue of tabling of several Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) reports before the assembly, raising 'doubts on its bona fides'.

History in Minutes: When Dr Ambedkar Was Denied Water

History in Minutes: When Dr Ambedkar Was Denied Water

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

On the 134th birth anniversary of the chief architect of the Indian Constitution, Utkarsh Mishra revisits three incidents from Dr B R Ambedkar's life that lay bare the deeply entrenched nature of caste prejudice.

'Kamal khil gaya': BJP celebrates Delhi win

'Kamal khil gaya': BJP celebrates Delhi win

Rediff.com8 Feb 2025

Supporters danced to the beats of 'dhol' and waved party flags, creating a festive atmosphere.

Mandhana named ICC Women's ODI Cricketer of the Year

Mandhana named ICC Women's ODI Cricketer of the Year

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Smriti Mandhana's tally of 747 runs was the highest among leading run-scorer in Women's ODIs in 2024.

PIX: Leeds-born Inglis sinks England in record chase!

PIX: Leeds-born Inglis sinks England in record chase!

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Josh Inglis slammed a brilliant century as Australia completed the highest chase in an ICC men's tournament against England in Lahore on Saturday.

Israeli tourist among 2 women gang-raped near Hampi, male friend killed

Israeli tourist among 2 women gang-raped near Hampi, male friend killed

Rediff.com8 Mar 2025

Two women, including a 27-year-old Israeli tourist, were allegedly gang-raped while stargazing on the banks of Sanapur Lake near Hampi, police said on Saturday.

Security concerns plague women's sport

Security concerns plague women's sport

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

'Although one-in-five women in the UK will experience stalking at some point in their lives, there are no scientific studies around the stalking of athletes.'

Does Your Accent Affect Test Scores?

Does Your Accent Affect Test Scores?

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Three out of five test-takers believe that removing their Indian accents while speaking English will positively impact test scores.

'ROI On An MBA Is Seriously Messed Up'

'ROI On An MBA Is Seriously Messed Up'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

Why has a Reddit user's post -- where the user warns that 'even an IIM tag won't save you' -- created a storm online?

History Made! Gukesh's iconic winning moment!

History Made! Gukesh's iconic winning moment!

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

The final moments of D Gukesh's historic World Chess Championship victory were as unforgettable as the achievement itself.

Will Renuka Shahane Enter Politics?

Will Renuka Shahane Enter Politics?

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

'On the governmental level, we are saying all the right things, like beti bachao, beti padhao. Yet, a High Court judge in Prayagraj, who is highly educated, has studied the Constitution and its laws, says breaking the naada of a pyjama or touching the breasts of a minor girl is not part of the reform process. Just giving lip service is not enough, the general mindset has to change.'

Faith trumps fear: Kin of stampede witness take holy dip at Kumbh

Faith trumps fear: Kin of stampede witness take holy dip at Kumbh

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

Despite recent fatal stampedes at the Kumbh Mela and a Delhi railway station, pilgrims, driven by faith, continue to participate in the holy gathering in Prayagraj. Despite safety concerns, pilgrims from across India are undeterred by the tragedy and are taking the holy dip at the Triveni Sangam.

Third term for President Trump? Lawmaker moves bill

Third term for President Trump? Lawmaker moves bill

Rediff.com24 Jan 2025

A Republican lawmaker has introduced a House Joint Resolution to amend the US Constitution to allow a president to be elected for up to three terms. The move is aimed at facilitating a third term for President Donald Trump. Congressman Andy Ogles, who introduced the resolution, stated that the amendment would ensure the continuation of Trump's "bold leadership" and provide him with the resources to "correct the disastrous course" set by the Biden administration. He highlighted Trump's decisive leadership and his ability to "restore America to greatness." Ogles also praised Trump's actions in tackling the crisis at the southern border, lifting oil and gas drilling restrictions, ending birthright citizenship for children born to illegal aliens, and withdrawing the United States from the World Health Organization.

EPL PIX: Liverpool rise 13 points clear; Manchester City go fourth

EPL PIX: Liverpool rise 13 points clear; Manchester City go fourth

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

A round-up of Wednesday's action in the Premier League

When did birds originate? Jurassic fossil discovery in China says....

When did birds originate? Jurassic fossil discovery in China says....

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

A 150 million year old short-tailed bird fossil discovered in China's Fujian Province pushes back the emergence of modern bird body structures by 20 million years, suggesting birds originated earlier than previously thought. The Baminornis zhenghensis fossil, with its unique combination of modern and ancient features, challenges the previous understanding of bird evolution and suggests a more diverse Jurassic bird fauna.

Salvaging Marx From The 'Marxists'

Salvaging Marx From The 'Marxists'

Rediff.com15 Mar 2025

'If we truly wish to understand and apply Marx's insights today, we must reject the rigid dogmas that later 'Marxists' imposed in his name.'

Dhoni's IPL 2025 Auction New Look

Dhoni's IPL 2025 Auction New Look

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

M S Dhoni's new appearance, unveiled by celebrity hairstylist Aalim Hakim, sent fans into approval/disapproval mode.

SRK, Ranbir... Vote Best Valentine!

SRK, Ranbir... Vote Best Valentine!

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

These six male megastars have formed popular pairs with two starkly different leading ladies. Dinesh Raheja compares and contrasts the chemistry between the onscreen couples, and asks you, dear reader, to vote for your favourite jodi.

What makes Hero Splendor India's top motorcycle for 6 years

What makes Hero Splendor India's top motorcycle for 6 years

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

However, while Splendor's annual sales surged 31.7 per cent to 3.638 million units between 2019 and 2024, Hero's other models suffered sharp drops.

ATP Finals: Rejuvenated Medvedev back on track!

ATP Finals: Rejuvenated Medvedev back on track!

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

Daniil Medvedev might have to delay his holiday plans a while longer after rediscovering his spark to beat Australia's Alex de Minaur in straight sets at the ATP Finals on Tuesday.

Beauty And Sadness At The Ruins Of Dholavira

Beauty And Sadness At The Ruins Of Dholavira

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

Standing at the edge of Dholavira is witnessing history textbooks crammed in school coming to life. One is suddenly standing face to face with a 4,000-year-old civilisational site that is now but a ruin.

Economy recovering from Q2 slowdown, says RBI bulletin

Economy recovering from Q2 slowdown, says RBI bulletin

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

The Indian economy is recovering from the slowdown in momentum witnessed in the September quarter, driven by strong festival activity and a sustained upswing in rural demand, according to a Reserve Bank of India (RBI) bulletin released on Tuesday. An article on the 'State of the Economy' in the December bulletin noted that the global economy continues to exhibit resilience with steady growth and moderating inflation.

Budget 2025: What realtors want from Nirmala Sitharaman

Budget 2025: What realtors want from Nirmala Sitharaman

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

As the Union Budget 2025-2026 (FY26) inches closer, the Indian real estate industry is seeking stamp duty cuts, revised home loan limits and updated affordable housing norms through Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojna (PMAY), single-window clearance and eco-friendly policies, among others. Industry leaders and consultancy firms, including Anarock, Raheja, Gaurs, Kanodia Group, Reach, Urban Space, Justo and Eros Group, have shared their expectations.

Equity mutual funds see record Rs 41,887 cr inflow in October

Equity mutual funds see record Rs 41,887 cr inflow in October

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

Equity mutual funds witnessed a record inflow of Rs 41,887 crore in October, marking a surge of over 21 per cent on a month-on-month (MoM) basis, fuelled by robust investments in thematic funds. This also marks the 44th consecutive month of net inflow in the equity-oriented funds, highlighting the ever-increasing appeal of mutual funds among investors, data with the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) showed on Monday.

'Modi Bought A Reprieve, Not A Resolution'

'Modi Bought A Reprieve, Not A Resolution'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

'Modi's intention was to create goodwill that will allow India to be seen by Trump as more than just a bad tariff problem.' 'He succeeded brilliantly on that count but none of these wins are unfortunately permanent.' 'Modi will have to do this again and again if Trump's grievances are to be durably assuaged.'

One Month Of Trump: The World Is In Shock

One Month Of Trump: The World Is In Shock

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

The US is currently Earth's most powerful country and a certain latitude of understanding -- a world view -- is popularly expected from its leadership. From a country identified with freedom, constitution, debate, democracy and the likes of Abraham Lincoln even as it had the most powerful military around, the US, following Trump's actions, seemed repositioned as militarily powerful with other qualities secondary, observes Shyam G Menon.

Why Did Shreyas Bat with Sunglasses?

Why Did Shreyas Bat with Sunglasses?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Sporting sunglasses under his helmet, Iyer attempted to shield his eyes from the intense Anantapur sun. However, his unconventional approach failed to ward off the heat, as he was dismissed for a seven ball duck.

England's dream shattered! Pakistan win series in style

England's dream shattered! Pakistan win series in style

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

Pakistan beat England by nine wickets in the deciding third Test to win the series 2-1 in Rawalpindi on Saturday.

What Lies Ahead For Rohit, Kohli?

What Lies Ahead For Rohit, Kohli?

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

Will India drop Rohit for the Sydney Test and put Kohli on notice? Or will the team management grant the senior pros a final chance to redeem themselves?

Is Trump A Lot Like Modi?

Is Trump A Lot Like Modi?

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

After being sworn in as the 47th president of the United States, Trump started his inaugural address with a sentence that echoed Modi's coinage some years ago, notes Modi biographer Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

2024's 10 Must Watch K-Dramas

2024's 10 Must Watch K-Dramas

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Sukanya Verma lists 10 shows that have her (Korean finger) heart.

Girls Will Be Girls Review: Must Watch

Girls Will Be Girls Review: Must Watch

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

This is a film that should appear on every year-end 'Best of' list, recommends Mayur Sanap.

Algerian Boxer's Stunning New Look

Algerian Boxer's Stunning New Look

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

A new video has emerged, showcasing Imane Khelif in a dramatic departure from her image in the ring.

9/11 stark reminder of continuing threat of terrorism: Amb Sandhu

9/11 stark reminder of continuing threat of terrorism: Amb Sandhu

Rediff.com12 Sep 2021

September 11 is a "stark reminder" of the continuing threat of terrorism and the world must unite against this menace, India's Ambassador to the US Taranjit Singh Sandhu has said, as he paid homage to the victims of the terror attacks at the 9/11 Memorial here.

Warning! Trump 2.0 Will Be Very Different

Warning! Trump 2.0 Will Be Very Different

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

'Trump has no more elections to fight and his soaring ambition, which is no secret, will be to carve out a presidential legacy that outshines by far all his mediocre predecessors.' 'Trump's turnaround on the H-1B visa debate shows that he can take tough decisions and there are no holy cows in his domain,' asserts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

'A Comeback In Sanju Style'!

'A Comeback In Sanju Style'!

Rediff.com13 Oct 2024

'This is not just a 100, this is an emotion.'

'They thought I was stark raving mad'

'They thought I was stark raving mad'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

'I was about 27 at that point in time, and I knew that if I didn't take this leap then, I wouldn't take the leap ever.'

ATP Finals: Fritz fizzles out, Sinner cruises to victory

ATP Finals: Fritz fizzles out, Sinner cruises to victory

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

Jannik Sinner made it two wins out of two at the ATP Finals as he fought off Taylor Fritz in a high-octane clash inside the Inalpi Arena on Tuesday.