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The Most Successful Bollywood Debuts

The Most Successful Bollywood Debuts

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

Saiyaara has emerged as a blockbuster, and it's time to welcome the two newcomers, Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, to Bollywood.

Destiny chose Modi to build Ram temple, writes Advani

Destiny chose Modi to build Ram temple, writes Advani

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

Destiny had decided that a grand temple of Lord Ram will be built in Ayodhya and it chose Prime Minister Narendra Modi for this, BJP stalwart L K Advani has said in an article to be published in a special edition of the Rashtra Dharma magazine next week.

Operation Sindoor debate: Modi takes swipe at Opposition

Operation Sindoor debate: Modi takes swipe at Opposition

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

In his first address to National Democratic Alliance MPs in over a year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday emphasised its collective identity as a natural and organic alliance, asserting that its journey since its foundation in 1998 is dotted with successes and has many more achievements in store.

Who's Alia Kissing?

Who's Alia Kissing?

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Alia Bhatt can't get over the 'most beautiful wedding' she recently attended as a bridesmaid, and she adds to the many pictures already floating on social media.

Kiara-Sidharth To Become Parents Soon

Kiara-Sidharth To Become Parents Soon

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

On Friday, Kiara shared a photograph of a pair of baby socks and posted, 'The greatest gift of our lives... Coming soon.'

Manish, Sabyasachi Impress At Met Gala

Manish, Sabyasachi Impress At Met Gala

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Indian celebrities and designers are ruling the show on the red carpet.

Dhankhar's Exit: Why RSS Won't Rock Modi's Boat

Dhankhar's Exit: Why RSS Won't Rock Modi's Boat

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

'Modi's charisma may have weakened as last year's Lok Sabha poll results showed but in the eyes of the Sangh Parivar, it has not waned.' 'Minus a strong BJP government at the Centre for another decade and more, there is apprehension that an anti-Hindutva government could reverse many of the ideological gains that the Modi dispensation has achieved through its three terms,' points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Is Modi's 'Mr India' Image Fading?

Is Modi's 'Mr India' Image Fading?

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

'The Election Commission's involvement in the avoidable SIR controversy has carried a message down to the last voter -- who just does not like it,' observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Has Rahul Gandhi Forgotten The Malegaon Blasts?

Has Rahul Gandhi Forgotten The Malegaon Blasts?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

For Malegaon's Muslims, Rahul Gandhi's remarks were simply one more indication that the party they once supported no longer cares for them, notes Jyoti Punwani.

Nehru to Advani: Full list of Bharat Ratna awardees

Nehru to Advani: Full list of Bharat Ratna awardees

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

The last Bharat Ratna award was conferred upon Pranab Mukherjee in 2019 and was posthumously awarded to Bhupendra Kumar Hazarika and Nanaji Deshmukh. The award was not given to anyone between 2020 and 2023.

The FABULOUS Life Of Kiara Advani!

The FABULOUS Life Of Kiara Advani!

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

As the talented actress celebrates her 32nd birthday on July 31, we take a closer look at her FABULOUS life from her Instagram feed!

After row, VHP invites Advani, Joshi to Ram Temple consecration

After row, VHP invites Advani, Joshi to Ram Temple consecration

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

Both Advani and Joshi said that they will make "every effort" to join the ceremony to be held on January 22, Kumar said in a statement.

Pankaj Advani wins World Billiards Championship for 26th time!

Pankaj Advani wins World Billiards Championship for 26th time!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

Indian cueist Pankaj Advani rallied to win the IBSF World Billiards Championship title in Doha on Tuesday for a staggering 26th time, beating compatriot Sourav Kothari in the final.

Time to reconsider 'socialist', 'secular' tags in Preamble: RSS

Time to reconsider 'socialist', 'secular' tags in Preamble: RSS

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

He said discussions were held on this issue later but no effort was made to remove them from the preamble.

'There Is No One Like Shibu Soren'

'There Is No One Like Shibu Soren'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

'Shibu Soren was the tallest leader of tribals in the country.'

Bharat Ratna not only honour for me but...: Advani

Bharat Ratna not only honour for me but...: Advani

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

The 96-year-old leader, the longest serving president of the BJP, said ever since he joined the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) as its volunteer at the age of 14 years he has sought reward in only one thing "in dedicated and selfless service of my beloved country in whatever task life assigned to me".

'My opponent is quintessential RSS man, I am far away from it'

'My opponent is quintessential RSS man, I am far away from it'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

'Earlier, we used to talk about a deficit economy. There is a deficit in democracy' 'If you read superficially Gandhi and Ambedkar and Nehru, some misconceptions and misunderstanding come to mind, as if they were at loggerheads and they differed radically in their views' 'India is one nation. There is only one citizenship. No citizenship for South India and no citizenship for North India and another for the Northeast'

Can Motherhood Kill An Actor's Career?

Can Motherhood Kill An Actor's Career?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Kareena has been a leading lady now for 25 years, Deepika for almost two decades and Alia for over a decade. Dinesh Raheja chronicles the changing ways Bollywood has treated actor-moms.

How mind coach helped Karun stay afloat after snub

How mind coach helped Karun stay afloat after snub

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Back from brink: Mind coach recalls gritty Karun's fight to stay afloat after Test snub in 2018

Bharat Ratna to Advani emphasizes his role in BJP's rise

Bharat Ratna to Advani emphasizes his role in BJP's rise

Rediff.com3 Feb 2024

The Bharat Ratna for him comes nine years after the honour was bestowed on former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The two leaders together spearheaded the journey of the Jana Sangh and then the BJP for over five decades.

Bring Advani to Ayodhya on Jan 22, Ram temple movement seer urges Yogi

Bring Advani to Ayodhya on Jan 22, Ram temple movement seer urges Yogi

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Atal (Bihari Vajpayee), Advani and Joshi have contributed a lot for the BJP to reach where it is now, he said.

Bold, Beautiful And Backless

Bold, Beautiful And Backless

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Summer is slowly but surely kicking in and Bollywood's sizzling divas look all set to raise the mercury in their scorching backless avatars.

'RSS Wanted To Destroy The Janata Party'

'RSS Wanted To Destroy The Janata Party'

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

'JP opened up about all the betrayals, the betrayal of the Jan Sangh and the RSS, how they ganged up with Sanjay Gandhi and pulled down the Morarji Desai government, how they destroyed the Janata Party.'

Maha leaders rebuke BJP MP Dubey's 'patak patak ke...' dare

Maha leaders rebuke BJP MP Dubey's 'patak patak ke...' dare

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

"I feel no one can reject the contribution of Maharashtra and Marathi people in the history and present of the country. If someone is rejecting it, then I feel it is wrong," Fadnavis said.

Hindus fly aerial banner to back Cuomo as NY mayoral race heats up

Hindus fly aerial banner to back Cuomo as NY mayoral race heats up

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

In a bold display of civic engagement, members of the Hindu American community launched an aerial banner over New York City this week, endorsing Andrew Cuomo for mayor and urging voters to support experienced, inclusive leadership in a high-stakes race that has captured national attention.

'Patak patak ke maarenge': BJP MP stirs row over Marathi issue

'Patak patak ke maarenge': BJP MP stirs row over Marathi issue

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Uddhav Thackeray criticized BJP MP Nishikant Dubey for his controversial remarks amid the Marathi-Hindi language row, accusing him of trying to divide people and disturb harmony.

Kiara's Killer Looks

Kiara's Killer Looks

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

Kiara Advani is the definition of modern-day Bollywood glam.

Which Shaadi Is Shah Rukh Attending?

Which Shaadi Is Shah Rukh Attending?

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

Scens from Alekha Advani and Aadar Jain's wedding on February 21.

War 2 Teaser: Not Again!

War 2 Teaser: Not Again!

Rediff.com20 May 2025

The two immensely watchable stars aside, War 2 looks like a banal amalgam of every action flick we have seen before.

Top 10 Cannes Looks Over The Years

Top 10 Cannes Looks Over The Years

Rediff.com13 May 2025

Over the years, many Bollywood beauties have weaved their magic on the Cannes red carpet by making dazzling appearances.

Plan to separate Mumbai: Raj; Will stay together: Uddhav

Plan to separate Mumbai: Raj; Will stay together: Uddhav

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

MNS chief Raj Thackeray alleges the state government's three-language formula is a precursor to separating Mumbai from Maharashtra, speaking at a rally with Uddhav Thackeray.

Advani, Joshi Asked Not To Attend Ram Temple Consecration

Advani, Joshi Asked Not To Attend Ram Temple Consecration

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

Advani and Dr Joshi might not attend the consecration ceremony due to health and age-related reasons. Advani is 96 and Dr Joshi will turn 90 next month.

Saif-Bebo's 1st Appearance After Attack

Saif-Bebo's 1st Appearance After Attack

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

After the Christian wedding in Goa, Aadar Jain and Alekha Advani got married in a Hindu ceremony in Mumbai on Friday.

Meet Bollywood's Brand New Parents

Meet Bollywood's Brand New Parents

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

The first three months of 2025 saw a lot of celebrities embracing parenthood for the first time, while others are getting ready to enter this exciting phase of their lives.

Case against journalist Nikhil Wagle for 'offensive' remarks on Modi, Advani

Case against journalist Nikhil Wagle for 'offensive' remarks on Modi, Advani

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

The senior scribe made the alleged defamatory remarks on social media platform X against Modi and Advani after the Centre announced that the latter would be conferred with the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian honour.

Social unrest, SC order: What led to Emergency in 1975

Social unrest, SC order: What led to Emergency in 1975

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

Amid this unrest came the verdict of the Allahabad high court on June 12, 1975 that found Gandhi guilty over discrepancies in the electoral campaign, which led to the Emergency on the night of June 25.

Emergency at 50: JP's diary tells nation's darkest tale

Emergency at 50: JP's diary tells nation's darkest tale

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

On that fateful day, Narayan, popularly known as JP and a fierce critic of the then-Indira Gandhi government, addressed a massive gathering at the Ramlila Maidan in Delhi.

'You Don't Have To Be A Traitor In Life'

'You Don't Have To Be A Traitor In Life'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

'I don't have to 'kill' my best friend (on a reality show) and not even apologise.'

SC denies bail to ex-IPS officer Sanjiv Bhatt

SC denies bail to ex-IPS officer Sanjiv Bhatt

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

The Supreme Court of India has dismissed the bail plea of former IPS officer Sanjiv Bhatt, who was convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment in a 1990 custodial death case. The court ruled that there was no merit in his plea for bail or suspension of sentence. Bhatt, along with co-accused Pravinsinh Zala, was found guilty of murder, voluntarily causing hurt, and criminal intimidation by the Gujarat High Court in 2024. The case stems from the death of Prabhudas Vaishnani, who was detained by Bhatt following a communal riot in Jamjodhpur in 1990. Vaishnani's brother alleged that Bhatt and other police officers tortured him in custody, leading to his death.

'Sanjay Gandhi Was On The Verge Of Throwing Out Indira'

'Sanjay Gandhi Was On The Verge Of Throwing Out Indira'

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

'According to JP, Indira Gandhi was not much of a danger to democracy. He said, it was Sanjay Gandhi and his gang.'