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Seek votes only in Modi's name, not...: Uddhav to BJP

Seek votes only in Modi's name, not...: Uddhav to BJP

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

"When BJP was untouchable in politics, Balasaheb Thackeray stood by that party," Uddhav said.

Will Chennai Shed Its 'Disaster Capital' Tag?

Will Chennai Shed Its 'Disaster Capital' Tag?

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

For the Stalin government to win back the confidence of voters ahead of the Lok Sabha polls, post-flooding restoration works, their speed and efficacy would be closely watched, and not just by the political Opposition, notes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Tribunal upholds CCI's Rs 1337 cr fine on Google, gives it 30 days to pay

Tribunal upholds CCI's Rs 1337 cr fine on Google, gives it 30 days to pay

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

The NCLAT on Wednesday upheld the orders of the fair trade regulator CCI imposing a penalty of Rs 1,337.76 crore on tech major Google in the Android mobile devices case, with some modifications.

Where Do Religious Tourists Go?

Where Do Religious Tourists Go?

Rediff.com29 Jul 2023

19 per cent of all travel in India (by bus, train or air) was pilgrimage or religious travel (possibly the single largest after business and family-related travel), discovers Ambi Parameswaran.

Modi appeals for smooth session of Parliament

Modi appeals for smooth session of Parliament

Rediff.com22 Feb 2015

On the eve of the budget session of Parliament, the government on Sunday reached out to the opposition

Lucrative IPL contracts vs lack of 'Vitamin M' in Windies cricket

Lucrative IPL contracts vs lack of 'Vitamin M' in Windies cricket

Rediff.com2 Jul 2023

Shimron Hetmyer's Rs 8.50 crore annual IPL fees earned from Rajasthan Royals or Andre Russell's Rs 16 crore retention fee from Kolkata Knight Riders is an indication how cricket's financial landscape has changed and playing for the West Indies isn't a motivation anymore.

Lessons for retailers from Big Bazaar, Godrej

Lessons for retailers from Big Bazaar, Godrej

Rediff.com18 Jul 2016

Godrej and Big Bazaar have stood out in the consumer goods and service spaces by acing the challenge of aligning innovation with outcome.

UP BJP Getting Ready For Battle Of 2024

UP BJP Getting Ready For Battle Of 2024

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

'The BJP would like to build a 'rainbow' coalition of different castes and communities buttressed by the appeal of nationalism and Hindutva.'

Social media grievance panels to be in place by Nov 30: IT minister

Social media grievance panels to be in place by Nov 30: IT minister

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

The government will come out with proposed modalities and terms of references for setting up grievance appellate committees to address social media users' complaints in the next 10-12 days, and expects the panel to be in place by November 30, Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar said on Tuesday.

G20 Presidency: Time To Taper Expectations

G20 Presidency: Time To Taper Expectations

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

India's role as a leader of the global south may require it to give up its ambition to serve as a bridge between the warring halves of the international community, points out Mihir S Sharma.

Afghan captain Stanikzai appeals for more opportunities

Afghan captain Stanikzai appeals for more opportunities

Rediff.com16 Mar 2016

Growing in confidence with every opportunity that has come their way, Afghanistan cricket captain Asghar Stanikzai said his team knows how to beat the big guns of the game but the ICC has to give it enough chances. "You can make a comparison between Afghanistan and other associates. Many associates have been playing for last 30-40 years. They have been participating in World Cup tournaments. If you see our history, at the elite level we're playing only recently. We have really done well something other nations could not do it in 30-40 years," Stanikzai said.

'Was never interested': Ajit Pawar offers to resign as Maha LoP

'Was never interested': Ajit Pawar offers to resign as Maha LoP

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

'I was never interested to work as Leader of Opposition but accepted the role on demand of the party MLAs'

Review: Janal Oram is an appealing film

Review: Janal Oram is an appealing film

Rediff.com2 Dec 2013

Janal Oram is a pleasant and scenic journey into the lives of passengers who travel together daily on the route between Palani and Pannaikadu.

Who Gains From Prigozhin's Death?

Who Gains From Prigozhin's Death?

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

There is a congruence of interests between Ukrainian intelligence and its Western mentors to destroy Wagner and eliminate it from the geopolitical chessboard altogether, argues Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Every Congress worker is equal, says new party chief Kharge

Every Congress worker is equal, says new party chief Kharge

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

"No one is small or big and we have to all work like karyakartas (workers) to strengthen the organisation," Kharge said.

Vote For Natasa's Best Bridal Look

Vote For Natasa's Best Bridal Look

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

Natasa delivered memorable wedding day style, radiating elegance in designer outfits that made headlines. Which of these looks are your favourite?

'Adani affair overshadowed Budget's stability, prudence'

'Adani affair overshadowed Budget's stability, prudence'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

'That is the one headline the world is reading about India this week, and it is a potentially damaging story...' 'I don't think a panic mentality has set in, but this story is one that investors and market watchers are absolutely seized with.'

'People feel I have lost my appeal because I'm not single'

'People feel I have lost my appeal because I'm not single'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

'Bollywood runs on the idea of age.' 'The moment you're single, even if you're 40, you're still appealing, you're still young.' 'The moment you're married, even if you're 25, it's uh huh. She's not sexy anymore.'

AAP again questions genuineness of Modi's degrees

AAP again questions genuineness of Modi's degrees

Rediff.com2 Apr 2023

The Aam Aadmi Party on Sunday raised questions on the genuineness of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's degrees and claimed that they would turn out to be fake if a probe is conducted.

RBI urged to provide names of big loan defaulters

RBI urged to provide names of big loan defaulters

Rediff.com27 May 2019

The CIC's directive came while deciding on a plea by Lucknow-based activist Nutan Thakur, who had based her RTI application on some media reports that RBI deputy governor Viral Acharya in a lecture in 2017 had said accounts of some loan defaulters have been sent to banks for resolution.

'Maun vrat on Manipur': Cong asks 3 questions to Modi

'Maun vrat on Manipur': Cong asks 3 questions to Modi

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

As the lower house took up the motion moved by Gogoi, there were heated exchanges between the opposition and treasury benches after Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi wondered why Rahul Gandhi's name as lead speaker was withdrawn at the last minute.

Nostalgic! Sachin Tendulkar bats after 5 years!

Nostalgic! Sachin Tendulkar bats after 5 years!

Rediff.com9 Feb 2020

Sachin Tendulkar faced six deliveries for raising funds for Bushfire charity

Why French Open boss apologised...

Why French Open boss apologised...

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

In response to questions about scheduling, Mauresmo said men's matches have more 'appeal'.

Ayan To Direct War 2, Brahmastra 2, 3!

Ayan To Direct War 2, Brahmastra 2, 3!

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

There are some interesting sequels coming up, with one magic name attached to them: Ayan Mukerji!

Khushi, Ananya, Rekha Rock Dior Show

Khushi, Ananya, Rekha Rock Dior Show

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

The front seats upped the fashion quotient considerably at the Dior Gateway of India show.

Pele's Story Is A Story Of Hope

Pele's Story Is A Story Of Hope

Rediff.com31 Dec 2022

More than the story of any other footballer or athlete, Pele's life helped democratise his sport; made it the stuff of a widely shared dream. Shyam G Menon salutes the memory of the greatest footballer ever.

K'taka poll: JD-S faces 'Bhavani challenge' for Hassan seat

K'taka poll: JD-S faces 'Bhavani challenge' for Hassan seat

Rediff.com1 Apr 2023

The Hassan seat has become a big headache for Janata Dal-Secular, which is witnessing a rebellion within the first family of the party.

No anti-BJP Opposition front without Congress, says SP ally

No anti-BJP Opposition front without Congress, says SP ally

Rediff.com18 Jun 2023

The June 23 meeting of opposition parties, called by Bihar Chief Minister and Janata Dal-United leader Nitish Kumar, will see anti-BJP players chalk out a strategy for the Lok Sabha polls.

Spouses of H-1B visa holders can work here, says US judge

Spouses of H-1B visa holders can work here, says US judge

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

The H-1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows US companies to employ foreign workers in speciality occupations that require theoretical or technical expertise.

Kavya, Nia, Giorgia Kick Off The Party In Red

Kavya, Nia, Giorgia Kick Off The Party In Red

Rediff.com21 Feb 2023

Seven solid reasons to wear red in the month of February.

Never-Before-Seen IPL Broadcast Battle

Never-Before-Seen IPL Broadcast Battle

Rediff.com8 Mar 2023

Disney-Star is positioning IPL as a "big-screen experience" where families and friends can come together over a game of cricket, much the way football is consumed in Europe and other parts of the world.

'Modi is almost certain to be re-elected...'

'Modi is almost certain to be re-elected...'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

'Although perhaps not with a greater majority, and maybe even a slightly reduced majority in the Lok Sabha.'

Kaun Banega Karnataka Ka Mukhya Mantri?

Kaun Banega Karnataka Ka Mukhya Mantri?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2023

They are the contenders, the leaders of parties that will finally form a government in Karnataka.

NRIs: Pop Nationalism To Identity Supremacy

NRIs: Pop Nationalism To Identity Supremacy

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

Brand India's societal divisions and distortions have remained as much relevant in 'liberal' America and Europe as it still is in the structurally stratified Indian society of the 21st century, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Kanteerava will appeal to women'

'Kanteerava will appeal to women'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2011

Kannada cinema's action hero, Vijay gets candid about his latest release.

Am also symbol of dynastic politics, even Modi can't finish me off: Munde

Am also symbol of dynastic politics, even Modi can't finish me off: Munde

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

Munde alleged "sensationalisation" of news, with her party colleague and state minister Sudhir Mungantiwar saying that her statement was taken out of context.

Tension rises in Purola over Hindu mahapanchayat, section 144 imposed

Tension rises in Purola over Hindu mahapanchayat, section 144 imposed

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to entertain a plea seeking to prevent a 'mahapanchayat' called by Hindu outfits in Uttarakhand and registration of an FIR against hate speeches allegedly targeting members of a particular community.

Ayodhya: Map of mosque, other buildings likely to be obtained in a month

Ayodhya: Map of mosque, other buildings likely to be obtained in a month

Rediff.com21 Aug 2022

The Indo Islamic Cultural Foundation, which has been set up for the construction of the mosque, will build a mosque along with a hospital, library, community kitchen and research institute, on the land.

Israel escalates Gaza attacks as conflict enters Day 4; targets Hezbollah

Israel escalates Gaza attacks as conflict enters Day 4; targets Hezbollah

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

As per the Israeli Air Force, the fighter jets attacked a number of terrorist targets of the terrorist organization Hamas throughout the Gaza Strip. Among other things, the planes attacked a military compound and a weapons warehouse.

Nitish 'would like' to host Opposition meet in Patna after K'taka poll

Nitish 'would like' to host Opposition meet in Patna after K'taka poll

Rediff.com29 Apr 2023

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Saturday hinted that a meeting of opposition leaders may take place in Patna after the crucial Karnataka assembly polls were over as many would be busy electioneering there.