News for 'Baat'

'Devsaab was a master of self discipline'

'Devsaab was a master of self discipline'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

'I worked with a lot of stylish handsome actors like Shammi Kapoor, Rajesh Khanna and Feroz Khan. Lekin Devsaab ki toh baat hi kuch alag thi.'

The tea seller-turned-teacher: Meet Modi's 'Mann ki Baat' hero

The tea seller-turned-teacher: Meet Modi's 'Mann ki Baat' hero

Rediff.com30 May 2018

D Prakash Rao from Cuttack uses the income earned by selling tea to educate around 70-75 slum children.

'I ate 160 paans during the shooting'

'I ate 160 paans during the shooting'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

'Netflix is very happy with me. Mamla Legal Hai has opened the big bazaar in the heartland for them.'

Can BJP breach Gandhi's Raebareli bastion?

Can BJP breach Gandhi's Raebareli bastion?

Rediff.com18 May 2024

Several BJP voters say the Ram temple sentiment may give the ruling party a fillip but are also aware of the herculean task at hand and concede that it is a daunting electoral contest for Dinesh Singh, who lost to Sonia Gandhi in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls.

Nilekani-backed people+ai rolls out AI strategy...

Nilekani-backed people+ai rolls out AI strategy...

Rediff.com8 May 2024

An initiative of Nandan Nilekani's EkStep Foundation, people+ai on Tuesday unveiled its vision for the future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in India, dubbed 'Adbhut India' (Amazing India). It aims to harness AI as a powerful tool to enhance the lives of all Indians. The event marked the rollout of several initiatives by people+ai that are focused on discovering, demonstrating, and disseminating population-scale AI use cases for India.

Does Rinku Singh listen to the captain?

Does Rinku Singh listen to the captain?

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

Rinku's performance not only showcased his cricketing prowess but also reflected the unwavering determination that had fuelled his journey.

Mann ki Baat: PM recalls valour of soldiers in Kargil War

Mann ki Baat: PM recalls valour of soldiers in Kargil War

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

In his monthly 'Mann ki Baat' radio address, the prime minister also said that the threat of coronavirus is not over yet and we need to remain vigilant against the deadly virus.

In 50th edition of Mann ki Baat, PM says it's not about politics

In 50th edition of Mann ki Baat, PM says it's not about politics

Rediff.com25 Nov 2018

He also said he chose radio as a medium to connect with the people as it was a 'mighty means' of getting across.

'It's time Modi tells his 'Mann Ki Baat' on Ram temple issue'

'It's time Modi tells his 'Mann Ki Baat' on Ram temple issue'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2015

Modi should reveal his 'Mann Ki Baat' on the contentious issue of Ram temple in Ayodhya, said Sena in Saamna

Bharat Ki Baat: What a Surreal Event!

Bharat Ki Baat: What a Surreal Event!

Rediff.com5 May 2018

'From the evidently pre-selected questions to the promotional slides on a screen redolent of the official audio-visual department, the choreography was palpably intended to present the prime minister in as good a light as possible in a 'safe' environment insulated from uncomfortable questions,' says Amulya Ganguli.

There will be clean-up in polls too: Modi's dig at awards do

There will be clean-up in polls too: Modi's dig at awards do

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

He presented the first-ever National Creators' Awards at the Bharat Mandapam in the national capital.

Cool head, sound technique drivers of Uday Saharan's success

Cool head, sound technique drivers of Uday Saharan's success

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

Uday Saharan plays copybook, conventional cricket, his style which has so far given India dividends.

Pictures That Best Capture 2023's Hindi Cinema

Pictures That Best Capture 2023's Hindi Cinema

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

From moments that felt long time in the coming to swashbuckling statements that could be interpreted in more ways than one, there are some that fanned our nostalgia, some made our jaws drop (or stomachs churn), some hit too close home, still others left us with a lingering sense of guilt. Sukanya Verma picks cinematic imagery that stood out in 2023.

RECAP 2023: Here's What We Learnt

RECAP 2023: Here's What We Learnt

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Sukanya Verma recaps everything we learned this year in showbiz.

How Modi Lost While Winning

How Modi Lost While Winning

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

For the first time in his political career, he failed to carry his party to even a working majority -- and again, for the first time in his career, he finds himself in a situation where he cannot rule by dictatorial fiat, points out Prem Panicker.

'Gulfisha's bail is now in the Almighty's court'

'Gulfisha's bail is now in the Almighty's court'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

'We wish Gulfisha gets bail before Eid, but whatever happens will be Allah's wish.'

PM lauds cricketers, junior hockey team in 'Mann Ki Baat'

PM lauds cricketers, junior hockey team in 'Mann Ki Baat'

Rediff.com25 Dec 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the national cricket team and the junior hockey side for their recent successes, saying that their performances have done done the country proud. In his 'Mann Ki Baat' address to the nation, Modi appreciated the sporting success that India has achieved in the past fortnight during which the cricket team routed England 4-0 in a Test series while the junior hockey team became world champion.

'Something unique in the mitti and paani of Bharat'

'Something unique in the mitti and paani of Bharat'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

'There is something in our desh ki mitti that has held us together.'
'So many conquerors, colonisers, cultures came and went, but we withstood them and rose up again.'

Say NO to drugs, it's not cool: PM Modi on Mann ki Baat

Say NO to drugs, it's not cool: PM Modi on Mann ki Baat

Rediff.com14 Dec 2014

Voicing concern over the "devastating" drug addiction menace, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said society as well as the government will have to work together to fight this problem and that a helpline would be set up soon to assist those seeking solutions.

EC gives the green signal to Modi for 'mann ki baat' speech

EC gives the green signal to Modi for 'mann ki baat' speech

Rediff.com10 Oct 2014

Dismissing the complaint of Congress, the Election Commission on Friday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi's October 3 radio broadcast did not constitute violation of the model code of conduct.

India united because of Sardar Patel: Modi in Mann ki Baat

India united because of Sardar Patel: Modi in Mann ki Baat

Rediff.com28 Oct 2018

Modi said it was Patels' timely intervention which helped save J-K from "aggression".

Rafuchakkar's Aksha At Her Steamiest

Rafuchakkar's Aksha At Her Steamiest

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

Her swag will floor you.

Will UP Startle Modi?

Will UP Startle Modi?

Rediff.com31 May 2024

The best-case scenario is that the BJP will top out at around 50 seats in UP -- a drop of 12 from the 62 it had won in 2019. Taken in tandem with Maharashtra and Karnataka, this is what is likely to put paid to the BJP's ambitions of a third term for Modi, argues Prem Panicker.

'We Had A Tom And Jerry Relationship'

'We Had A Tom And Jerry Relationship'

Rediff.com6 May 2024

'I believed that no matter what happened, I would be there to take care of him.' 'He believed it too and even when he fell ill, he had total faith in me, ki main sab theek kar doongi.' 'I tried, I really tried, but I fell short and he went away.'

Nitish quits, set to return as CM with BJP support

Nitish quits, set to return as CM with BJP support

Rediff.com28 Jan 2024

The governor accepted Kumar's resignation, and asked him to continue as caretaker CM till a new government is formed, they said.

In Mann ki Baat, PM Modi urges people to shun plastics

In Mann ki Baat, PM Modi urges people to shun plastics

Rediff.com27 May 2018

In his radio address, the PM asked the people to observe the World Environment Day on June 5 with vigour, and that it was time to concentrate on tree plantation.

Vicky Reviews Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani!

Vicky Reviews Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani!

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

Karan Johar gave Bollywood a night to remember at the special screening of his new film, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani, in Mumbai.

'Main apne bete ko hero nahin bana sakaa'

'Main apne bete ko hero nahin bana sakaa'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

To see the 92-year old father attending court for his son's bail plea was more heartbreaking than any scene from Kohli's cinema.

Mann ki baat: Modi and Obama speak out from the heart

Mann ki baat: Modi and Obama speak out from the heart

Rediff.com28 Jan 2015

A special episode of the Prime Minister's radio broadcast Mann ki Baat featuring US President Barack Obama and Prime Minister Narendra Modi was aired on Tuesday night. The 35-minute special broadcast of 'Mann Ki Baat', which marked the rapport between Modi and Obama, touched on issues ranging from public health and personal inspirations of the two leaders, both of whom have come up from simple beginnings to assume to top positions of the respective countries. What follows is a transcript of the Mann ki Baat episode.

Nitish breaks silence on Kharge to be made PM face of INDIA

Nitish breaks silence on Kharge to be made PM face of INDIA

Rediff.com25 Dec 2023

The Janata Dal-United leader maintained that having taken the initiative to bring parties opposed to the Bharatiya Janata Party, he desired nothing for himself but admitted having stressed at the meeting the need to expedite seat-sharing arrangements.

'Baap wali baat': UNICEF's new song puts focus on mindset of men

'Baap wali baat': UNICEF's new song puts focus on mindset of men

Rediff.com11 Oct 2014

UNICEF India on Saturday unveiled a song, 'baap wali baat', to mark the International Day of the Girl Child. The song puts the spotlight on men for ensuring empowerment, safety and realisation of dreams for girls across the country.

Is Hrithik Getting Married To Saba?

Is Hrithik Getting Married To Saba?

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

'Hrithik is not an adolescent in love.'

Find out PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat in terms of sports...

Find out PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat in terms of sports...

Rediff.com26 Apr 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lavished praise on Sania Mirza and Saina Nehwal for climbing to No 1 in world rankings.

Rahul Gandhi takes a truck ride from Delhi to Chandigarh

Rahul Gandhi takes a truck ride from Delhi to Chandigarh

Rediff.com23 May 2023

Gandhi undertook the journey Monday night and in visuals and videos, the former party chief, donning his trademark white T-shirt, is seen sitting inside a truck, travelling with one of the drivers and speaking to truck drivers at a dhaba.

PM's first radio address 'Mann ki baat': Top 10 quotes

PM's first radio address 'Mann ki baat': Top 10 quotes

Rediff.com3 Oct 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the country on Friday in his first radio address titled 'Mann Ki baat'.

JK school gets facelift after girl's appeal to PM goes viral

JK school gets facelift after girl's appeal to PM goes viral

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

Seerat Naaz's video appeal to the prime minister last week, which was shared widely on social media, prompted Director of School Education, Jammu, Ravi Shankar Sharma to visit the government school located in the remote Lohai-Malhar block.

'Modi's silence has grievously hurt the people of Manipur'

'Modi's silence has grievously hurt the people of Manipur'

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

'Deeply hurt by Modi's conspicuous silence for over a month-and-a-half since the outbreak of violence, people in Manipur came on the roads and crushed their radio sets to express their frustration and anger.' 'The fact that Modi's Mann Ki Baat did not have a single reference to the Manipur violence further accentuated this hurt and anger.'

30 RD Burman Gems You May Not Have Heard

30 RD Burman Gems You May Not Have Heard

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

Sukanya Verma remembers the Boss in 30 of his underrated, overlooked gems in Hindi film music.

Gadkari gets another threatening call at official residence in Delhi

Gadkari gets another threatening call at official residence in Delhi

Rediff.com16 May 2023

An unidentified man made a threatening call on the landline number of Union minister Nitin Gadkari's official residence on Motilal Nehru road in New Delhi, the police said on Tuesday.

'I don't like people messing with me'

'I don't like people messing with me'

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

'Television actors are people who play with fire.'