News for 'Best Intentions'

Looking At Bollywood's Lust Stories

Looking At Bollywood's Lust Stories

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Sukanya Verma looks at how one of the seven primal human emotions is usually treated in Hindi movies.

Walmart CEO addresses Flipkart staff; says deal among best decisions

Walmart CEO addresses Flipkart staff; says deal among best decisions

Rediff.com9 May 2018

The Walmart chief stated that the values of the two companies were "very much aligned"

'I am not aware EC has passed order on my Amit Shah complaint'

'I am not aware EC has passed order on my Amit Shah complaint'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

'Apparently, the EC deals with such communications as mine in a summary manner, and it has no intention to conduct its affairs, as a quasi-judicial authority ought to.'

'I want to be the best actor there is'

'I want to be the best actor there is'

Rediff.com1 Feb 2021

'It's all that pain that makes you the artist you are.'

Supreme Court On Article 370: A Landmark Judgment

Supreme Court On Article 370: A Landmark Judgment

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

We must heed what the CJI has said. Challenging every judgment of the central government is inviting chaos, asserts Shreekant Sambrani.

Crowdsourcing ideas: IBBI seeks public views on IBC regulations till date

Crowdsourcing ideas: IBBI seeks public views on IBC regulations till date

Rediff.com13 May 2023

In what could result in a complete overhaul of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), the insolvency regulator has sought public comments on the regulations it notified under the code to date. The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) has given a window of eight months ending December 31 to all stakeholders to share their views on its regulations. IBBI has called the exercise "crowdsourcing of ideas".

Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani Review: Good Ol' Bollywood

Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani Review: Good Ol' Bollywood

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Rocky Aur Rani delivers a king-sized entertainer that blends old charm with fresh ideas. It is a win for Karan Johar whose conviction works big time to satisfying results, asserts Mayur Sanap.

How Did DC Come Undone?

How Did DC Come Undone?

Rediff.com11 May 2023

DC's fate was sealed when they lost three quick wickets inside the Powerplay.

FIR against shuttler Lakshya, coach Vimal for age fraud, cheating

FIR against shuttler Lakshya, coach Vimal for age fraud, cheating

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

The FIR, filed on Thursday by M Goviappa Nagaraja, alleged that the 21-year-old reigning Commonwealth Games champion, along with his brother Chirag Sen, had fudged their age to get into playing age-group tournaments since 2010.

Adipurush Review: Why Mess With An Epic?

Adipurush Review: Why Mess With An Epic?

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

Cherry blossoms in Sri Lanka, Hanuman speaking Bombaiya, the mythical Sone Ki Lanka looking darkly Gothic, Raavan looking like a Bollywood dude... this is not modernisation. This is a travesty, asserts Deepa Gahlot.

Women's U-19 T20 WC: Shafali, Sehrawat help India crush UAE

Women's U-19 T20 WC: Shafali, Sehrawat help India crush UAE

Rediff.com16 Jan 2023

Invited to bat, Shafali, a regular in the India senior team, and Sehrawat, stitched a 111-run stand for the first wicket.

Why Veerappan's Story Needed To Be Told

Why Veerappan's Story Needed To Be Told

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

'He killed so many people, doing the kind of horrible things he did, and yet, he believed he was making the right choices.'

Taali Review: Sushmita Is Applause-worthy

Taali Review: Sushmita Is Applause-worthy

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

It would be unfair to accommodate Gauri's incredible journey in six episodes, but the makers have done justice by casting Sushmita Sen. She adds a touch of elegance and reform in some of the most challenging scenes, applauds Divya Nair.

'Routine and process': Jaiswal shares his recipe for success

'Routine and process': Jaiswal shares his recipe for success

Rediff.com12 May 2023

Yashasvi Jaiswal is a stickler for processes and there are a few basic rules that he follows while preparing for big matches.

Israel's Gaza Offensive And The US Dilemma

Israel's Gaza Offensive And The US Dilemma

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Israel needs to come terms with the new reality that they are no longer invincible or the dominant power in the West Asian region, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Is it the end of the road for Pujara?

Is it the end of the road for Pujara?

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

'Once he failed in the Australia series at home, there was very little chance for him but selectors didn't want to change things ahead of WTC final.'

De Bruyne the boss as City hand Arsenal a drubbing

De Bruyne the boss as City hand Arsenal a drubbing

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

As is becoming the norm, De Bruyne was withdrawn by manager Pep Guardiola, as ever, looking disgruntled at the decision, as Holden pulled one back for the visitors before Haaland ensured City finished on a high.

Pooja Gets Touristy!

Pooja Gets Touristy!

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

Sunny rocks the shirt dress... Shefali looks back on friendship... Vidya turns 50...

'It's a win-win for the accused'

'It's a win-win for the accused'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

'If he has been able to overcome this major obstacle (withdrawal of POCSO after the complainant and victim withdrew the charge) I don't think he has anything to worry about now.' 'Cancellation of POCSO is akin to giving him a lifeline.'

The India Story On A Parade Ground

The India Story On A Parade Ground

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

The Agniveer passing out parade was as much about family celebration as it was a military event. Alongside the pomp, pageantry and discipline of the parade were the personal stories of families, their struggles and how far they had come.

'Wah! Wah! Nehraji'!

'Wah! Wah! Nehraji'!

Rediff.com30 May 2022

Ashish Nehra enjoyed a dream start to his coaching tenure as he guided debutants Gujarat Titans to the IPL 2022 title on Sunday.

Two Indian women make Strandja boxing final

Two Indian women make Strandja boxing final

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

In the other semi-final bouts, S Kalaivani, Shruti Yadav, and Monika suffered identical 0-5 defeats and bowed out of the competition.

PIX: India salvage pride in final ODI vs Bangladesh

PIX: India salvage pride in final ODI vs Bangladesh

Rediff.com10 Dec 2022

Images from the second One-Day International between Bangladesh and India, in Chattogram, on Saturday.

Army exposes ISI's plot to involve women, juveniles in terror network

Army exposes ISI's plot to involve women, juveniles in terror network

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

As part of the deradicalisation strategy, the army, with the cooperation of the Union Territory administration, has undertaken a series of initiatives.

Sonia tears into Modi govt, says PM's actions speak far louder...

Sonia tears into Modi govt, says PM's actions speak far louder...

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

"Religious festivals seem to have become occasions to intimidate and bully others -- a far cry from when they were occasions for joy and celebration. Instead, there is intimidation and discrimination only on account of their religion, food, caste, gender or language," Gandhi said.

In a first, Bollywood appeals for calm

In a first, Bollywood appeals for calm

Rediff.com30 Sep 2010

The film industry has a lot riding on it this Friday.

Zomato deletes commercial branded as 'casteist'

Zomato deletes commercial branded as 'casteist'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

The ad, which draws a link between the character Kachra with 'kachra', the Hindi word for garbage, was aired on World Environment Day on June 5.

'I'm out of Bigg Boss becoz of politics'

'I'm out of Bigg Boss becoz of politics'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2023

'The easiest thing to do is character assassinate a woman.'

Sarfaraz hits century as 2nd Test ends in draw

Sarfaraz hits century as 2nd Test ends in draw

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

The opening Test, also played in Karachi, ended in a draw as well.

PIX: Mumbai Indians clinch last-ball thriller over Delhi for first win!

PIX: Mumbai Indians clinch last-ball thriller over Delhi for first win!

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

umbai Indians overcame some tense moments to pull off a last-ball win over Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Tuesday.

Tearful Warner proud of emotionally draining ton

Tearful Warner proud of emotionally draining ton

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

It was Warner's third double-century following 253 against New Zealand in Perth in 2015 and an unbeaten 335 against Pakistan in 2019.

PIX: Australia succumb to India's spinners again!

PIX: Australia succumb to India's spinners again!

Rediff.com19 Feb 2023

Ravindra Jadeja led the demolition of Australia with the ball as India triumphed by six wickets inside three days in the second Test.

'Our only intent was to test our limits'

'Our only intent was to test our limits'

Rediff.com21 Apr 2016

Nidhi Tiwari speaks about her road trip from Delhi to London.

Will a strong Re derail 'the Big I'?

Will a strong Re derail 'the Big I'?

Rediff.com5 Oct 2007

To the contrary, the strengthening rupee and, more importantly, the fact that the RBI and government decision-making are being forced to cede ground to the market will result in much more efficient (=market-determined) resource allocation in India.

India Vs Pakistan: 5 Memorable ODIs

India Vs Pakistan: 5 Memorable ODIs

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Who can forget the 1996 World Cup quarter-final in Bengaluru? Or Sachin Tendulkar's magical knock at Centurion in the 2003 World Cup? Or Kapil Dev-inspired India bowling out Pakistan 87 at Sharjah?

PIX: Bakr Id celebrated with religious fervour

PIX: Bakr Id celebrated with religious fervour

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

In Jammu and Kashmir, Eid prayers passed off peacefully and there was no report of any untoward incident, the police said.

Karnataka: BJP heavyweights to fight Cong bigwigs

Karnataka: BJP heavyweights to fight Cong bigwigs

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

Announcing its first list of 189 candidates on Tuesday, the BJP pitted senior Minister R Ashoka against Siddaramaiah in the Varuna Assembly segment, while V Somanna would take on Shivakumar in Kanakapura.

My body is fine, bowling without trouble: Hardik

My body is fine, bowling without trouble: Hardik

Rediff.com17 Jul 2022

Hardik took a career-best 4/24 to help India bowl out England for 259

There Will Surely Never Be Another Bishan Singh Bedi

There Will Surely Never Be Another Bishan Singh Bedi

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

One of cricket's greatest players passed into the ages on Monday. Rediff.com salutes the legend.

Over 100 mn consumers want to upgrade to 5G in India: Ericcson report

Over 100 mn consumers want to upgrade to 5G in India: Ericcson report

Rediff.com29 Sep 2022

More than 100 million users with 5G-ready smartphones wish to upgrade to a 5G subscription in 2023 while a majority of them are open to adopting a higher data-tiered plan in the next 12 months, a report by Ericsson Consumer Lab has shown. Titled "Promise of 5G in India", the study carried out in the second quarter this year reflects the views of 300 million urban smartphone users. According to the study, consumer 5G readiness remains one of the highest in the world.