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Review: Irumbu Kuthirai has nothing new to offer

Review: Irumbu Kuthirai has nothing new to offer

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

Irumbu Kuthirai an uninspiring and lacklustre tale of a guilt-ridden biker, who blames himself for a freak bike accident that causes the death of his beloved father.

UK Maoist cult leader Aravindan Balakrishnan jailed for 23 years for raping followers

UK Maoist cult leader Aravindan Balakrishnan jailed for 23 years for raping followers

Rediff.com30 Jan 2016

Aravindan Balakrishnan, a 75-year-old Indian-origin man who ran a secretive extremist Maoist cult in London, was on Friday sentenced to 23 years in jail by a UK court for a string of sexual assaults.

Hyderabad to have 3,000 Wi-Fi hotspots by June

Hyderabad to have 3,000 Wi-Fi hotspots by June

Rediff.com7 Jan 2016

Industry experts say there will be problems, as power supply is a concern for providing uninterrupted service

Sports Shorts: Yuki, Ramkumar advance in Australian Open qualifiers

Sports Shorts: Yuki, Ramkumar advance in Australian Open qualifiers

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Wednesday

Davis Cup: Here's why Bhupathi dropped Paes

Davis Cup: Here's why Bhupathi dropped Paes

Rediff.com6 Apr 2017

Long-serving Leander Paes was, on Thursday, dropped for the first time in 27 years from India's Davis Cup squad as non-playing captain Mahesh Bhupathi picked Rohan Bopanna instead for the tie against Uzbekistan.

Stocks, gold, FDs or MFs: Which will get you the highest returns?

Stocks, gold, FDs or MFs: Which will get you the highest returns?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

Equity investments are fruitful over the very long 20-year term.

Balanced funds are good for first-timers, retirees

Balanced funds are good for first-timers, retirees

Rediff.com1 Jul 2016

You can look at equity-oriented balanced funds.

Sidhu mocked Modi like no one else

Sidhu mocked Modi like no one else

Rediff.com22 Dec 2018

'His past as a cricketer makes it difficult for the BJP to question his nationalism.' 'He gets away by ridiculing Modi while something similar from most Congress leaders does not resonate as much.'

Campa Cola residents give in; agree to let civic body in

Campa Cola residents give in; agree to let civic body in

Rediff.com22 Jun 2014

As the standoff over eviction of Campa Cola society residents stretched into the third day, Mumbai civic officials today said they would not hesitate to use force if they are not allowed to enter the complex to cut water and power supply to the illegal flats.

'Those who dare to come in Matoshree backyard will be buried'

'Those who dare to come in Matoshree backyard will be buried'

Rediff.com16 Apr 2015

The Sena said Rane will lose by even greater margin if he contests the elections for the third time.

Three killed, 100 injured in communal clashes in Sri Lanka

Three killed, 100 injured in communal clashes in Sri Lanka

Rediff.com16 Jun 2014

At least three people were killed and nearly 100 others injured when communal clashes broke out in a popular Sri Lankan tourist region, even as President Mahinda Rajapaksa on Monday warned rioters against taking law into their own hands in curfew-bound areas.

BSc BioTech: What are the options available?

BSc BioTech: What are the options available?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2015

Overseas education consultant NNS Chandra offers advice on how to pick the right international career for you.

Review: Thirudan Police is a delight to watch

Review: Thirudan Police is a delight to watch

Rediff.com17 Nov 2014

Thirudan Police explores the highly complex father-son relationship, while giving a realistic picture of the everyday life of a policeman.

Gold ETFs score over mining funds

Gold ETFs score over mining funds

Rediff.com18 Mar 2015

They help diversify portfolio and are less risky.

7 shades of emotion, Bollywood style

7 shades of emotion, Bollywood style

Rediff.com24 Aug 2017

Love, fear, sadness, and many more, seen through the filmi lens.

The 10 Most Eagerly Awaited Tamil films of 2015

The 10 Most Eagerly Awaited Tamil films of 2015

Rediff.com22 Jan 2015

A look at some of the most anticipated films of 2015.

Rajinikanth: Illaiyaraaja was very naughty and mischievous

Rajinikanth: Illaiyaraaja was very naughty and mischievous

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

'I told Illaiyaraaja when he had composed music for 786 films that soon there will be 1,000. Today is that day.' The film industry felicitates music composer Illaiyaraaja.

Redeem money over time from risky schemes

Redeem money over time from risky schemes

Rediff.com2 Sep 2015

While there is little one can do when the fund house restricts redemptions, it's best to exit even if it means some losses.

'A married woman misses me. What should I do?'

'A married woman misses me. What should I do?'

Rediff.com15 Jan 2015

Every couple has its fair share of quarrels and fights

Balanced funds can work wonders for first time investors

Balanced funds can work wonders for first time investors

Rediff.com28 Nov 2014

Balanced funds may be a good option for first-time investors.

For advertisers, old is now gold

For advertisers, old is now gold

Rediff.com25 Sep 2017

60-plus men and women who live independent lives are becoming the cynosure of ad men's eyes.

Sri Lanka, the new recruitment hub for ISI

Sri Lanka, the new recruitment hub for ISI

Rediff.com18 Sep 2014

Pakistan's external spy agency is trying to push its South Indian agenda

In India's richest constituency, Deora junior faces a tough fight

In India's richest constituency, Deora junior faces a tough fight

Rediff.com18 Mar 2014

Union Minister of State for IT and Communications Milind Deora will be taking on Shiv Sena, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena and Aam Aadmi Party candidates as he tries to win the South Mumbai seat for the third time in the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections.

'It's not a fight between Hindi and Marathi cinema'

'It's not a fight between Hindi and Marathi cinema'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

R N Kao, India's legendary Spymaster

R N Kao, India's legendary Spymaster

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

'Here was a man who played a major part in helping the Bengalis of East Pakistan create a new nation, secured the merger of Sikkim into the Indian dominion and built R&AW into a formidable outfit, comparable to the best in the world.' Rameshwar Nath Kao shunned the limelight, hated to be photographed and preferred to work behind the scenes. A revealing excerpt from Nitin A Gokhale's much awaited book, R N Kao: Gentleman Spymaster.

Study abroad tips: How to apply for scholarship

Study abroad tips: How to apply for scholarship

Rediff.com17 Oct 2015

International education consultant NNS Chandra offers advice on how to pick the right international course and college.

'Hooda safe' as Chavan, Gogoi's fate becomes unclear

'Hooda safe' as Chavan, Gogoi's fate becomes unclear

Rediff.com21 Jun 2014

Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Saturday held parleys with the chief ministers of Maharashtra and Haryana amidst the possibility of a change of guard in some of the states where it is in power as the party prepares for a massive rejig in the wake of its unprecedented debacle in Lok Sabha polls.

The labourer who floored Kamal Haasan, Shankar Mahadevan

The labourer who floored Kamal Haasan, Shankar Mahadevan

Rediff.com17 Jul 2018

'When Kamal Haasan came into the room, I was literally shivering. I am just an ordinary head load worker and there, I was standing next to a legend like him. I didn't know what to do. Not even in my dreams did I think of meeting Kamal sir or talking to Shankar Mahadevan sir. I was living a dream.'

Not just Nikesh Arora, many execs move out from VC firms

Not just Nikesh Arora, many execs move out from VC firms

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

People move from investment banking to growth equity or from venture capital to growth equity or entrepreneurship, depending on what's attractive at different points of life.

Review: This Biriyani is well-made

Review: This Biriyani is well-made

Rediff.com20 Dec 2013

Tamil film Biriyani is a fun-filled thriller.

Review: Naveena Saraswathi Sabatham disappoints

Review: Naveena Saraswathi Sabatham disappoints

Rediff.com3 Dec 2013

Tamil film Naveena Saraswathi Sabatham is a pathetic first attempt, according to S Saraswathi.

Developers built 36 apps at first ever Aadhaar hackathon

Developers built 36 apps at first ever Aadhaar hackathon

Rediff.com13 Jan 2015

Teams of students and coders demonstrated in 24 hours diverse programmes impacting health and livelihood issues with use of a personal identity number.

Don't miss! Exciting Tamil releases this Pongal

Don't miss! Exciting Tamil releases this Pongal

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

Three interesting films gear up to release on this festive occasion.

Retail investors' holding fell steeply in last decade: IIM-A

Retail investors' holding fell steeply in last decade: IIM-A

Rediff.com24 Oct 2013

Promoters, institutional investors have started increasing their holdings in domestic private sector companies.

'Nargis, Meena Kumari, Madhubala, Suraiya... they all loved me'

'Nargis, Meena Kumari, Madhubala, Suraiya... they all loved me'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2014

'Madhubala told me that of all the addictions, the biggest addiction is make-up; once you put it on, you can never leave the limelight even if you want to,' Tabassum tells Patcy N.

Don't fret over your China-focused funds

Don't fret over your China-focused funds

Rediff.com14 Jul 2015

Experts believe that one should not allocate more than 5-10 per cent of one's equity portfolio to international funds.

The ultimate guide to eating in Tamil Nadu

The ultimate guide to eating in Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

Priya Bala of Folomojo.com hits the road!

Review: Pattathu Yaanai is disappointing

Review: Pattathu Yaanai is disappointing

Rediff.com26 Jul 2013

Director Boopathy Pandian's Tamil film Pattathu Yaanai is an average fare, marred by a poor script and weak performances.

Review: Veeram is a treat for Ajith fans

Review: Veeram is a treat for Ajith fans

Rediff.com10 Jan 2014

The film is a slow-paced family drama with all the elements of a commercial entertainer.

2,315 mutual fund schemes: How to pick the best

2,315 mutual fund schemes: How to pick the best

Rediff.com9 Dec 2016

How do you pick a mutual fund scheme that suits your needs?