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'Chintan Shivir has become a tamasha'

'Chintan Shivir has become a tamasha'

Rediff.com13 May 2022

'Rahul Gandhi wants a group under the name 'new generation'. But look at the people who surround him.'

Kerala to conduct judicial probe against central agencies

Kerala to conduct judicial probe against central agencies

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

The Kerala government on Friday decided to recommend a judicial inquiry against central probe agencies, including the Enforcement Directorate, which are investigating the gold and dollar smuggling cases.

WATCH: Ranveer and Sara dance on the red carpet

WATCH: Ranveer and Sara dance on the red carpet

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

While the ladies dazzled the red carpet at the 26th Star Screen awards, the show saw a lot more fun and glamour.

'How much will you befool country': Oppn slams PM on NRC

'How much will you befool country': Oppn slams PM on NRC

Rediff.com23 Dec 2019

The NRC has been discussed neither in Parliament nor in the Cabinet, Modi said on Sunday.

The BEST and WORST of 2021

The BEST and WORST of 2021

Rediff.com3 Jan 2022

A year marked by more lows than highs for Hindi cinema, here's a recap of the best and worst in 2021.

Art 370: 'Now situation in J-K will worsen further'

Art 370: 'Now situation in J-K will worsen further'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2019

'People will feel cheated as they always felt a part of India. We want to be with India and we want people of India to accept us.' Laway tells Rediff.com's Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

10 times Ajay Devgn let his hair down

10 times Ajay Devgn let his hair down

Rediff.com2 Apr 2019

Happy birthday, Mr Devgn!

5 tips to keep your data SAFE

5 tips to keep your data SAFE

Rediff.com28 Jan 2021

Even devices such as connected lights, doorbells -- even garden sprinklers -- are all at risk from attackers who can remotely, or even physically, access them to dump firmware, warns Nir Chako, security research team leader, CyberArk, a security software company.

'Modi realises his position is shaky at the moment'

'Modi realises his position is shaky at the moment'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

'There is a sense within the government and Modi that things are not as good as they were in 2019.'

LOVE GURU: 'We belong to different religions'

LOVE GURU: 'We belong to different religions'

Rediff.com30 May 2022

Relationship problems? Let Love Guru help.

BJP using Jai Shri Ram as party slogan: Mamata

BJP using Jai Shri Ram as party slogan: Mamata

Rediff.com2 Jun 2019

Mamata took to Facebook and wrote that "some BJP supporters are trying to spread hatred ideology through one section of media -- so-called BJP media and so-called fake video, fake news, misinformation and disinformation to create confusion and to suppress truth and reality."

Why I steer clear of Nobel Laureates

Why I steer clear of Nobel Laureates

Rediff.com17 Aug 2017

'The worthy Amartya Sen is a mutterer, and unless you're really concentrating, or know your stuff, you're going to make a fool of yourself, as I did,' remembers Kishore Singh.

Sherni review

Sherni review

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

Sherni is a triumph -- a sublime outcome of purpose and storytelling falling in place, applauds Sukanya Verma.

'What's not to like about a smile?'

'What's not to like about a smile?'

Rediff.com6 May 2022

'A smile reflects your gratitude for life, your celebration of it.'

Alone and cornered... Kohli had no option but to quit

Alone and cornered... Kohli had no option but to quit

Rediff.com15 Jan 2022

His relations with the BCCI having reached its lowest ebb, it can be safely concluded that Virat Kohli has 'retired hurt'.

UNSC not waiting with garlands for you: Pak Min on Kashmir

UNSC not waiting with garlands for you: Pak Min on Kashmir

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

Qureshi urged for unity among political parties in Pakistan on Kashmir and warned that doing politics on the issue would harm the cause.

The Chirping Economist

The Chirping Economist

Rediff.com27 Aug 2021

'These people jump up and down, excitedly waving their arms about to catch the attention of one political party or the other.' 'This mutant can be very dangerous,' observes T C A Srinivasa-Raghavan.

The Secret to Tina's FAB Bod!

The Secret to Tina's FAB Bod!

Rediff.com17 Sep 2021

Model turned actor Tina Desai gets candid about her incredible love for fitness and the interesting things that keep her busy.

Qualifier 1: Experienced CSK hold edge over Delhi Capitals

Qualifier 1: Experienced CSK hold edge over Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com9 Oct 2021

Capitals were the best team in the league and their 20-point finish at the group stage was an indication of their consistent performances which didn't dip due to the COVID-19 forced break. CSK, over the years, have been in final eight times and won on three occasions which speak volumes of the team's ability to lift their game just when it's required most.

10 tips to accomplish your goals

10 tips to accomplish your goals

Rediff.com9 Dec 2020

No matter what the situation is, you always have to remember that it's not the end, you'll always live to fight another day.

Tejashwi releases RJD manifesto, vows to create 'new Bihar'

Tejashwi releases RJD manifesto, vows to create 'new Bihar'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2020

"This is not a manifesto, it is our pledge to bring a change which is set to become true. Every sector has been taken into consideration while preparing this manifesto so that we can make Bihar a happy, better and prosperous state," Tejashwi Yadav said while releasing vision document.

IPL PICS: Maxwell, Chahal take RCB into play-offs

IPL PICS: Maxwell, Chahal take RCB into play-offs

Rediff.com3 Oct 2021

Images from the Indian Premier League match between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Punjab Kings, in Sharjah, on Sunday.

Like Anil Kapoor's look in Fanney Khan? VOTE!

Like Anil Kapoor's look in Fanney Khan? VOTE!

Rediff.com11 Sep 2017

Anil Kapoor shows us yet another side to him.

'Vikas Dubey was indispensable to almost all political parties in UP'

'Vikas Dubey was indispensable to almost all political parties in UP'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

'Election expenses run into several crores. And that is where people like Dubey come in handy to finance elections, indulge in booth capturing and to do the dirty job of politicians.'

'It will take more than 30 years for the BJP to come to power in Kerala'

'It will take more than 30 years for the BJP to come to power in Kerala'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2021

'If you want to really grow, it has to be geometric progression like it happened at the Centre or Haryana or Tripura, where you made a quantum jump.' 'This is possible in Kerala provided we present a better alternative with a great leadership, but the current leadership is busy fixing each other.'

'Who can prove Sushant died because of nepotism?'

'Who can prove Sushant died because of nepotism?'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2020

'To further her story, Kangana has used a dead person and a suicide case.' 'She should be ashamed of herself. Ashamed.'

Bigg Boss 11: Who will get evicted? PREDICT!

Bigg Boss 11: Who will get evicted? PREDICT!

Rediff.com20 Dec 2017

Will Shilpa Shinde or Luv Tyagi exit?

We LOVE Ajay Devgn's AMAZING sense of humour

We LOVE Ajay Devgn's AMAZING sense of humour

Rediff.com29 Nov 2019

Here's Ajay Devgn's candid humour, unchecked and in his words.

Ensure doctors can work without fear: IMA to Modi

Ensure doctors can work without fear: IMA to Modi

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

In its appeal, the doctors' body said the government should promote universal free vaccination to all above 18 years of age without leaving the vaccines to the extent of 50 per cent to the states and private hospitals.

Aamir: Rs 200 crore movie numbers are FUDGED!

Aamir: Rs 200 crore movie numbers are FUDGED!

Rediff.com17 Dec 2014

'All those claims of films breaking records, it is utter nonsense.'

'My temper is not like a soda bottle'

'My temper is not like a soda bottle'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2021

'In the house, everybody wants to play a game so they might get offended in a matter of seconds.'

Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar review

Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar review

Rediff.com27 May 2021

Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar is an intriguing mess, feels Sukanya Verma.

Kejriwal's Punjab poll push: Promises free power up to 300 units

Kejriwal's Punjab poll push: Promises free power up to 300 units

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

The AAP leader did not clarify whether 300 units of free electricity will be given per month as Punjab has a two-month billing cycle.

'How many times will they kill me or Bachchan Saab?'

'How many times will they kill me or Bachchan Saab?'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2018

"I urge users of social media to be cautious. Social-media outlets are not to be fooled around with."

DEAR LOVE GURU: My ex is stalking me

DEAR LOVE GURU: My ex is stalking me

Rediff.com13 Oct 2021

Relationship problems? Let Love Guru help.

'83 Review

'83 Review

Rediff.com22 Dec 2021

Kabir Khan's '83 is an ode to a game changing chapter of Indian cricket history, pitch-perfect partnerships between openers and tail enders, knowing your mate's strengths as well as your own, seizing that one moment that defines the rest of your life, applauds Sukanya Verma.

DEAR LOVE GURU: My wife is flirting with other men

DEAR LOVE GURU: My wife is flirting with other men

Rediff.com7 Apr 2022

Relationship problems? Let Love Guru help.

He may or may not win. Why are we feting Modi already?

He may or may not win. Why are we feting Modi already?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2012

Urvish Kothari wonders why the political experts who had earlier expressed doubts about whether Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi will return to power this time have suddenly started assuming that his victory is a foregone conclusion

A rainy day in Bollywood

A rainy day in Bollywood

Rediff.com22 Jun 2020

With the onset of rains, it's the perfect occasion to highlight all the cool, crazy reasons Bollywood uses it as an excuse for.

Please keep Sana out of this: Ganguly on daughter's CAA post

Please keep Sana out of this: Ganguly on daughter's CAA post

Rediff.com19 Dec 2019

Ganguly also said that his daughter is too young to know anything about politics and she should be left alone