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Maharashtra strike gold in Triathlon Mixed Relay at National Games

Maharashtra strike gold in Triathlon Mixed Relay at National Games

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Tamil Nadu, consisting of Akash Perumalsami, Keerthi S, Sai Lohitaksh KD, and Aarthi S, secured the bronze medal with a commendable performance, finishing in 2:14:08.

Why Paytm, 2 arms got Rs 611 cr ED notice

Why Paytm, 2 arms got Rs 611 cr ED notice

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

The Enforcement Directorate has sent a notice to Paytm-owner One97 Communications for alleged violation of certain FEMA rules by the company and its two subsidiaries- Little Internet and Nearbuy, with respect to certain investment transactions, according to an exchange filing. Paytm clarified that the alleged breach pertains to the period when the two companies were not its subsidiaries.

UTT: Manika survives to quell Ayhika Mukherjee's challenge

UTT: Manika survives to quell Ayhika Mukherjee's challenge

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

With PBG Bengaluru Smashers needing just one point to win the contest, USA paddler Lily Zhang beat Puneri Paltan's Yashini Sivashankar to get her team over the line.

Shyam Benegal, Movie Legend, Dies At 90

Shyam Benegal, Movie Legend, Dies At 90

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

'If there is one thing Shyam Benegal expressed best: It was the Poetry of the ordinary face and ordinary lives.'

The Shyam Benegal I Knew

The Shyam Benegal I Knew

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

His cinema of compassion inspired me, gave me tools to develop empathy for others. But it also made me understand that serious, socially committed cinema with deeply engaging narratives and great performances is an art form to admire, appreciate and explore. Aseem Chhabra remembers Shyam Benegal, who passed into the ages on Monday evening.

'In Love, There Should Be No Ego'

'In Love, There Should Be No Ego'

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

'We rarely see films that comment on a failed man-woman relationship.'

LIC launches Jeevan Ankur

LIC launches Jeevan Ankur

Rediff.com24 Jan 2012

Children's plans contribute close to 10 per cent to the total premium collected through the 50-odd life insurance products across the country.

Paying Homage To Shyam Babu

Paying Homage To Shyam Babu

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Actors, directors and admirers mourned legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal on Saturday evening.

Rishabh Pant's saviour fighting for life after suicide bid

Rishabh Pant's saviour fighting for life after suicide bid

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

The doctor treating Rajat said his condition was improving. Pant may come to Jhabreda in a day or two to visit Rajat, the doctor said, quoting the cricketer's PA.

UP juice vendor arrested for mixing urine in drinks

UP juice vendor arrested for mixing urine in drinks

Rediff.com14 Sep 2024

According to a police officer, the arrest was made following complaints by the public that the juice seller had been serving fruit juice to the customers after mixing human urine in it.

Can You Pout Like Priyanka?

Can You Pout Like Priyanka?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

Disha gets glamorous... Sunny is a Punjabi kudi... Trisha holidays in Japan...

'Shyam Had The Answer To Every 'Why' Under The Sun'

'Shyam Had The Answer To Every 'Why' Under The Sun'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

'I find his sense of history astounding, not just history of film, but of life in general.' Another fascinating excerpt from Sangeeta Datta's book Shyam Benegal.

Superheroes Who Did The Impossible

Superheroes Who Did The Impossible

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

On Republic Day the President recognised the daring rescue of 41 workers trapped in a tunnel for 17 days in 2023 by humble rat-hole miners. The award hopefully will bring the forgotten superheroes back into the light.

Fateh Review: Saved By Sleek Action

Fateh Review: Saved By Sleek Action

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

Dark, disturbing and full of gore, Fateh is gung-ho in its efforts to make this stylised action yarn as brutal as possible, observes Mayur Sanap.

What Really Touches Your Heart In Jigra

What Really Touches Your Heart In Jigra

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

When mainstream Hindi cinema is preoccupied with romance, comedy, horror and action, stories about sisters and brothers are very rare. Vasan Bala has made a first-of-its-kind film where the leads play sister and brother, notes Aseem Chhabra.

'India Has Lost The Most Humane Storyteller Of Our Time'

'India Has Lost The Most Humane Storyteller Of Our Time'

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

'He was a visionary who redefined storytelling and inspired generations.'

Academician-turned-bizman from UP shot dead in US; kin suspect rivals

Academician-turned-bizman from UP shot dead in US; kin suspect rivals

Rediff.com21 Nov 2024

Dr. Shriram Singh, a 58-year-old Indian academic and entrepreneur, was shot and killed in Atlanta, Georgia. His family suspects business rivalry may be behind the murder. Dr. Singh, a native of Gonda, India, had been living in the US for nearly four decades and had built a successful business empire. His family is seeking justice and security after his tragic death.

Hazare Trophy: Gujarat, Maharashtra cruise to quarters

Hazare Trophy: Gujarat, Maharashtra cruise to quarters

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

Jharkhand, however, could not make the knockouts from the group as Gujarat topped it with Haryana being the second team to progress. Jharkhand finished third.

Review: Ankur Arora Murder Case is a good attempt

Review: Ankur Arora Murder Case is a good attempt

Rediff.com14 Jun 2013

Ankur Arora Murder Case may not set a shining example for the medical profession, but it makes an attempt to tell a new tale.

Shyam Benegal's Life In Pictures

Shyam Benegal's Life In Pictures

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Shyam Benegal passed into the ages on December 23, leaving behind a rich legacy. We look back at some interesting moments from his life.

Jigra Review: My Name Is Bachchan. Alia Bachchan

Jigra Review: My Name Is Bachchan. Alia Bachchan

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Vasan Bala's ability to jolt our Bollywood conditioned brains into experiencing new forms of menace, turning a John Woo-style prison riot into a Chinese communist movement and showcasing Alia in a savage new light won Sukanya Verma's dil and jigra.

Shami sets up Bengal's win in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy

Shami sets up Bengal's win in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

India's star pacer Mohammed Shami set up Bengal's comfortable win against Meghalaya with a measly spell in their Group A contest in the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Trophy in Rajkot on Sunday.

'Smita Didn't Want Anything To Do With Films'

'Smita Didn't Want Anything To Do With Films'

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

'Naseer does not have the sense of humour that Om Puri has. 'Also Om has a great deal of compassion as a human being. Naseer was too focused on his own self.' A fascinating excerpt from Sangeeta Datta's book, Shyam Benegal.

Farewell, Shyam Babu

Farewell, Shyam Babu

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Shyam Benegal, the shining beacon of the Indian cinema, was laid to rest on Tuesday around 3 pm with full state honours and a three-gun salute at Shivaji Park, central Mumbai.

Ankur Garg tops Civil Services exam

Ankur Garg tops Civil Services exam

Rediff.com2 May 2003

He is a graduate from the IIT, Delhi.

Mid, Smallcap Stocks In Bear Market

Mid, Smallcap Stocks In Bear Market

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

'Investors may have made money in mid and smallcaps due to market momentum, but now they need to focus on fundamentals.'

PHOTOS: Stars attend premiere of Ankur Arora Murder Case

PHOTOS: Stars attend premiere of Ankur Arora Murder Case

Rediff.com13 Jun 2013

The film, which will release on June 14, is inspired from a real life incident.

'He was always very indulgent towards me, a bit like a father to a wayward son'

'He was always very indulgent towards me, a bit like a father to a wayward son'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

'He treated stars and assistants with the same unfailing courtesy.'

Reeta Sanyal Review: No Sense In This Series!

Reeta Sanyal Review: No Sense In This Series!

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Adah Sharma, who seems to be holding back an eye roll, is the only half-way decent actor amidst the crowd of amateurs and a bored-looking Rahul Dev in Reeta Sanyal, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Ashwin: Evolutionary, cerebral and never a one-trick pony

Ashwin: Evolutionary, cerebral and never a one-trick pony

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

If one has to analyse Ashwin the cricketer, it is very difficult to ignore Ashwin, the person, who had a very independent mind and a brain that probably ticked 24x7. He believed in de-construction of his art and became craftier one ball at a time.

Is Ankur Singh the LFW's next hot hunk?

Is Ankur Singh the LFW's next hot hunk?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2009

So far, 20 modelling hopefuls have cleared the LFW auditions. Today we introduce you to another looker.

Coldplay Concert Controversy: Cases Filed

Coldplay Concert Controversy: Cases Filed

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

'We have filed a complaint with the police authorities.'

Look Who Won Big At IIFA Awards!

Look Who Won Big At IIFA Awards!

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Film stars and technicians were awarded at the IIFA awards over the weekend, and here are the big winners.

Is India's TT dominance finally here?

Is India's TT dominance finally here?

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

Can see growth, especially in women's table tennis in India: Manika Batra on UTT

Should You Invest In SME IPOs?

Should You Invest In SME IPOs?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

'Many do not have robust business models, and their prospects of survival and long-term growth are poor.'

ED raids houses of RG Kar ex-principal, aides, detains one

ED raids houses of RG Kar ex-principal, aides, detains one

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Chattopadhyay was seen being taken out of his residence at Subhasgram in South 24 Parganas district around 2 pm by ED officials, who previously conducted search operations at the premises for over seven hours.

Investing in IPOs? Read this

Investing in IPOs? Read this

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

IPOs inherently carry more risks than stocks that have been listed on the exchanges for some time.

Abolition of angel tax cheers startups, investors

Abolition of angel tax cheers startups, investors

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

Startup and venture funds on Tuesday cheered the Budget decision on the abolition of angel tax for all investor classes, terming it a "game-changer" that would remove significant barriers in growth and foster a vibrant and dynamic ecosystem. Angel tax refers to the tax that the government imposes on funding raised by unlisted companies, or startups if their valuation exceeds the company's fair market value.

Where You Can Watch Shyam Benegal's Best Films

Where You Can Watch Shyam Benegal's Best Films

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

As Shyam Benegal turns 89 on December 14, Subhash K Jha takes a look at 10 of his best films and tells you where you can watch them.

Once a BJP rival, Jayant Chaudhary joins 3rd Modi govt

Once a BJP rival, Jayant Chaudhary joins 3rd Modi govt

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

The warming up of ties became apparent after the Centre announced the country's highest civilian honour Bharat Ratna to his grandfather and former prime minister Chaudhary Charan Singh.