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'Youth today don't quote Shakespeare to proclaim their love'

'Youth today don't quote Shakespeare to proclaim their love'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2014

"They would rather tweet, send a text message or leave a note on Facebook," says Amrita Chowdhury, country head and publishing director, Harlequin India. Here she talks about Mills & Boon's Indian flavour, GenY and their idea of romance, and the future of romantic novels in India.

Brett Kavanaugh sworn in as US Supreme Court Judge

Brett Kavanaugh sworn in as US Supreme Court Judge

Rediff.com7 Oct 2018

Even as he was being sworn in inside the Supreme Court, scores of people protested across the street at the Capitol.

PIX: Sonam, Alia turn up the heat at Vogue Beauty Awards!

PIX: Sonam, Alia turn up the heat at Vogue Beauty Awards!

Rediff.com2 Aug 2013

Here's a look at the celebrities who attended the Vogue Beauty Awards 2013 -- and the winners.

He Gave HIV Positive Orphans A Home

He Gave HIV Positive Orphans A Home

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

'We have struggled to pay the rent, we have struggled to pay the electricity bill, we have struggled to send them to school, to buy books and uniforms but there was food on the table every day!'

Why India Inc needs to be cautious while dealing with China

Why India Inc needs to be cautious while dealing with China

Rediff.com9 Mar 2014

Since 2009, the average volatility of the yuan has been just a bit over one per cent, with a high of under three per cent.

Assam govt tables bill to abolish state-run madrassas

Assam govt tables bill to abolish state-run madrassas

Rediff.com29 Dec 2020

The Assam cabinet had on December 13 approved a proposal to close down all Madrassas and Sanskrit Tols (schools) however, the legislation brought in the assembly during the day did not contain anything related to the Sanskrit tols and the education minister also did not mention anything about it.

K'taka poll: JD-S manifesto promises to tackle corruption

K'taka poll: JD-S manifesto promises to tackle corruption

Rediff.com14 Apr 2013

Former Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda has equated the manifesto of his party, the Janata Dal-Secular, for the upcoming Karnataka assembly election to a Bhagwad Gita, Quran and the Bible.

Non-Muslims cannot mention 'Allah': Malaysian priest

Non-Muslims cannot mention 'Allah': Malaysian priest

Rediff.com9 Jan 2013

The Sultan of Malaysia's Selangor state has decreed that non-Muslims in the region have been barred from using the word "Allah," saying it is a sacred word exclusive to Muslims.

IMAGES: India's best-dressed women 2013!

IMAGES: India's best-dressed women 2013!

Rediff.com26 Jun 2013

Magazine Vogue India published it's 2013 Style List, featuring the nation's top 50 best-dressed ladies, in its latest issue this month. Here's a look at the biggest names that made the cut!

50 pieces of silver: The Gospel according to Tarantino

50 pieces of silver: The Gospel according to Tarantino

Rediff.com28 Mar 2013

As Hollywood director Quentin Tarantino turns 50, Raja Sen comes up with a light-hearted write-up on what would happen if the director decided to make the Bible no less.

John Brennan sworn in as CIA director

John Brennan sworn in as CIA director

Rediff.com8 Mar 2013

John Brennan was sworn in on Friday as the director of the Central Intelligence Agency, joining US President Barack Obama's new national security team.

Take the Gone With The Wind Quiz

Take the Gone With The Wind Quiz

Rediff.com5 Mar 2019

Gone With The Wind approaches a landmark birthday. Take this quiz and celebrate the movie classic.

PHOTOS: The quiet dignity of Sri Lanka

PHOTOS: The quiet dignity of Sri Lanka

Rediff.com17 May 2013

There is more in common between Sri Lanka and India than we can imagine. Part three of a travelogue.

IMAGES: Vogue's top ten models of 2012!

IMAGES: Vogue's top ten models of 2012!

Rediff.com4 Jan 2013

The fashion bible has listed the 'it' girls of the fashion industry who made a mark last year. Take a look.

IMAGES: Kajol, Deepika and more at Vogue Beauty Awards!

IMAGES: Kajol, Deepika and more at Vogue Beauty Awards!

Rediff.com2 Aug 2012

Here's a look at the celebrities who attended the Vogue Beauty Awards 2012 -- and the winners.

VOTE: Sexiest India covergirl this October!

VOTE: Sexiest India covergirl this October!

Rediff.com9 Oct 2012

Here's a round-up of the glossies for October -- take our poll and let us know who you think makes for the most fashionable, sexy cover this month!

First Look: Jayasurya in David & Goliath

First Look: Jayasurya in David & Goliath

Rediff.com5 Oct 2012

The legendary fight between David and Goliath in the Bible forms the backdrop of the story.

PICS: Kajol, Dia and more ooze style on the red carpet!

PICS: Kajol, Dia and more ooze style on the red carpet!

Rediff.com24 Sep 2012

Fashion bible Vogue India celebrated it's fifth anniversary with a posh do in Mumbai on September 22. Here's a look at the stylish stars who graced the occasion!

'India is changing fast, this change is a big challenge'

'India is changing fast, this change is a big challenge'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2012

Mala Sekhri, COO, Lifestyle Division, India Today Group talks about how the magazine maintains its 'bold' avatar, examine the emergence of digital media and how the print industry has been dealing with this phenomenon.

Uproar over US governor participating in 'bhumi-pujan'

Uproar over US governor participating in 'bhumi-pujan'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2011

The Republican challenger David Williams in the 'Bible Belt' US state of Kentucky, has accused Democratic Governor Steve Beshear, who participated in a Hindu-style groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a $180 million manufacturing plant creating more than 250 jobs in this economically depressed state, as an idol-worshipper and anti-Christian.

The BEST skincare products available in the Indian market!

The BEST skincare products available in the Indian market!

Rediff.com13 Aug 2012

In the first of a weeklong series, we bring you a list of products that won out in the skincare category at the Vogue Beauty Awards 2012.

5 things to know about Lent

5 things to know about Lent

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

A season of prayer and penance in the Christian church, and a period of preparation for the Easter season, here is all that you need to know about Lent.

Ex-Chelsea defender Luiz makes pledge of virginity

Ex-Chelsea defender Luiz makes pledge of virginity

Rediff.com20 May 2015

David Luiz, former Chelsea defender, has revealed that he is a virgin and will wait until he is married he is married.

Tendulkar is Wisden's leading cricketer for 2010

Tendulkar is Wisden's leading cricketer for 2010

Rediff.com13 Apr 2011

Wisden, regarded as the Bible of cricket, has named Indian batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar as the leading cricketer in the world for the year 2010. The iconic batsman is the seventh recipient of the Wisden award after teammate Virender Sehwag, Australians Ricky Ponting and Shane Warne, England's Andrew Flintoff, Sri Lanka's Muttiah Muralitharan and South African Jacques Kallis.

Vote: Is Kendall Jenner the 'fashion icon of the decade'?

Vote: Is Kendall Jenner the 'fashion icon of the decade'?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2017

She is now the world's richest model, but are you convinced?

Wisden set to launch Indian edition

Wisden set to launch Indian edition

Rediff.com11 Oct 2011

Aiming to cater to the ever-growing Indian market, Cricket bible Wisden is set to launch a separate edition in India next year, focussing on all areas of the game from Tests to domestic cricket.

Ash's airbrushing controversy and more fashion news!

Ash's airbrushing controversy and more fashion news!

Rediff.com24 Dec 2010

Welcome to the weekly fashion round-up, where we bring you the latest on supermodels, style, designers and everything in-between!

Christ was not crucified, says Swedish researcher

Christ was not crucified, says Swedish researcher

Rediff.com24 Jun 2010

Theologian Gunnar Samuelsson of Gothenburg University has claimed that Jesus Christ may not have died nailed to a cross as he found no evidence of this form of punishment in ancient texts, The Telegraph said in a report.

Nirvana Inn review

Nirvana Inn review

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

The supernatural element is Nirvana Inn's biggest triumph, says Moumita Bhattacharjee.

Want to transform your life? Read this

Want to transform your life? Read this

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

Samridh Seth suggests nine must-read books that can help turn your life around.

Englishman Pont named Bangladesh bowling coach

Englishman Pont named Bangladesh bowling coach

Rediff.com15 Sep 2010

Ian Pont has been appointed bowling coach of Bangladesh after former South Africa all-rounder Lance Klusener declined the role. Englishman Pont was formerly bowling coach for the Netherlands for two years up until the 2007 World Cup.

Mom-to-be Claudia Schiffer goes nude on mag cover

Mom-to-be Claudia Schiffer goes nude on mag cover

Rediff.com12 May 2010

The supermodel, who is expecting her third child, has shed her clothes for fashion bible Vogue.

First look: Padma Lakshmi's seductive mag cover

First look: Padma Lakshmi's seductive mag cover

Rediff.com11 Jan 2011

The sizzling Top Chef host and model strikes a sensual pose for the January edition.

Lady Gaga, Angelina on Best Dressed List 2010!

Lady Gaga, Angelina on Best Dressed List 2010!

Rediff.com16 Dec 2010

Fashion bible Vogue conducted an online poll to find out just which celebs were the most stylish this year -- here are the results!

Christian chapel burnt down in Telangana village

Christian chapel burnt down in Telangana village

Rediff.com20 Mar 2016

A makeshift prayer hall belonging to the Christian community in Gopanpally village of Nizamabad in Telangana was burnt down by unknown people.

Fear of the devil drives Mizos to shun census

Fear of the devil drives Mizos to shun census

Rediff.com16 Jun 2010

The dread stems from Chapter 13 Verse 17 of the Book of Revelations in the Bible that says "... and that no man might buy or sell, save he that had the mark or the name of the beast or the number of his name." The problem has stemmed from the Unique Identification Authority of India stipulating that none one could buy or sell property without the Unique ID card.

America's race bitterness erupts in India's communal bitterness

America's race bitterness erupts in India's communal bitterness

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

'India shares the world's pain, but India's pain is not the world's.' 'Little that occurs here is even reported abroad,' notes Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

Heidi Klum turns Vogue editor

Heidi Klum turns Vogue editor

Rediff.com5 Jun 2009

The German born supermodel got the chance take on the role of guest-editor in a special 140-page spread titled 'Heidi by Vogue.'

PIO Neomi Rao sworn in as judge of powerful DC court

PIO Neomi Rao sworn in as judge of powerful DC court

Rediff.com21 Mar 2019

She will replace US Supreme Court Judge Justice Brett Kavanaugh who was nominated by President Donald Trump for the top post.

Trump hesitates to condemn white supremacists

Trump hesitates to condemn white supremacists

Rediff.com30 Sep 2020

Biden alleged that Trump has used everything as a "dog whistle" to try to generate racist hatred and division.