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'If you take Hindutva out of BJP they are better in governance'

'If you take Hindutva out of BJP they are better in governance'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

'Earlier, a lot of fear was in the minds of people that the BJP is anti-Christian and anti-minority, but over the years people have learnt to accept that the BJP is just another national party.'

'Fabricated stories': Raina breaks silence on hotel room rift

'Fabricated stories': Raina breaks silence on hotel room rift

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

Raina revealed said that CSK owner Narayanaswami Srinivasan was wrongly informed about the reason for his exit from the IPL 2020 and he had settled the matter with his boss

'Are you from the land of yoga?'

'Are you from the land of yoga?'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

'If I were to say, I had the best vegetarian food in my life in Vietnam, nobody would believe me.' 'When I proclaimed this to my friends, they didn't believe me. I had to show them the pictures and make them drool!!'

How Opposition Can Take On Modi's BJP

How Opposition Can Take On Modi's BJP

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

The future challenger to Narendra Modi would be somebody who can bring the Hindus and Muslims together again. The Hindus as Hindus, not broken caste groups, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

This ring with 12,638 diamonds sets Guinness world record

This ring with 12,638 diamonds sets Guinness world record

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

Harshit Bansal, founder of Renani Jewels in Meerut, India, has broken the dazzling Guinness World Records title for the most diamonds set in one ring -- 12,638.

Shane Warne, the man who made spin sexy again

Shane Warne, the man who made spin sexy again

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

Warne finished his career with 708 wickets in 145 Tests

What's NEW on OTT this May?

What's NEW on OTT this May?

Rediff.com5 May 2021

Joginder Tuteja brings us the May releases.

'Sab khatam... There is no chance we will return to Afghanistan ever'

'Sab khatam... There is no chance we will return to Afghanistan ever'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2021

'Everyone has failed us. The United States ditched us.... We will be forever indebted if the Indian government help us evacuate our family'

50% voting in MCD polls; AAP, BJP claim victory

50% voting in MCD polls; AAP, BJP claim victory

Rediff.com4 Dec 2022

No major glitches in electronic voting machines were reported and the voting passed off peacefully with high security observed at the 3,360 critical booths in 493 locations where more than 25,000 police personnel, nearly 13,000 home guards and 100 companies of paramilitary forces were deployed, officials said.

Red alert in Kerala's 7 districts as heavy rains lash state, 4 killed

Red alert in Kerala's 7 districts as heavy rains lash state, 4 killed

Rediff.com1 Aug 2022

IMD issued red alerts for Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Ernakulam and Idukki districts.

Birbhum killings: 'What will happen when police leaves village'

Birbhum killings: 'What will happen when police leaves village'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

'I can only say that it was a revenge killing. We have seen everything from inside our houses. We ran into our dwellings on hearing a mob approaching Sonu's house and hurling bombs. After that, I don't know anything'

Time For Congress To Split Up?

Time For Congress To Split Up?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

If it splits now, who takes what away and leaves what behind? asks Shekhar Gupta.

Fresh violence hits Meghalaya; Shah assures CBI probe into border firing

Fresh violence hits Meghalaya; Shah assures CBI probe into border firing

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Thursday said Union Home Minister Amit Shah has given firm assurances at a meeting held in Delhi of acting on his request for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the 'firing by Assam Police' along the states' border.

Ranbir to Raj: Bollywood's FIRE POWER

Ranbir to Raj: Bollywood's FIRE POWER

Rediff.com8 Sep 2022

Sukanya Verma looks at the many ways fire enjoys a significant presence in our movies.

Trump says his Mar-a-Lago estate 'raided' by FBI

Trump says his Mar-a-Lago estate 'raided' by FBI

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

Trump said that Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach was "occupied by a large group of FBI agents".

Police lodged 5 FIRs in same Delhi riots incident, HC quashes 4

Police lodged 5 FIRs in same Delhi riots incident, HC quashes 4

Rediff.com2 Sep 2021

The Delhi high court has quashed four FIRs lodged for the alleged offences of looting and setting on fire a compound during the North East Delhi riots last year, saying there cannot be a second FIR and fresh investigation for the same cognisable offence.

Taish review

Taish review

Rediff.com29 Oct 2020

Bejoy Nambiar's gripping slice-of-mess about things spiraling out of control find an expression in a striking ensemble and volatile scenery, notes Sukanya Verma.

'You are dance and dance is you'

'You are dance and dance is you'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2022

Bollywood pays tribute to Kathak exponent Pandit Birju Maharaj.

Why Modi Is Delaying The Census

Why Modi Is Delaying The Census

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

If the prime minister says clearly there is going to be no NRC and that the Census will drop the NPR questions, the Census will proceed. He will not, observes Aakar Patel.

Your OTT GUIDE for the week!

Your OTT GUIDE for the week!

Rediff.com2 Mar 2021

Action, animation, drama, documentary, there's plenty to watch on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma makes it easy for you.

14 girls among 29 kids from six fields conferred Bal Puraskar 2022

14 girls among 29 kids from six fields conferred Bal Puraskar 2022

Rediff.com24 Jan 2022

The Bal Puraskar was conferred by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who gave digital certificates to the awardees using blockchain technology developed by IIT Kanpur.

CDS General Rawat dies in helicopter crash

CDS General Rawat dies in helicopter crash

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

'With deep regret, it has now been ascertained that Gen Bipin Rawat, Mrs Madhulika Rawat and 11 other persons on board have died in the unfortunate accident,' the IAF tweeted.

Dear Love Guru: We barely have sex

Dear Love Guru: We barely have sex

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

Relationship problems? Let Love Guru help.

Life lessons from the real Gully Boy

Life lessons from the real Gully Boy

Rediff.com19 Feb 2019

DIVINE's journey reveals four important lessons.

'End of era': Waqar, Tendulkar condole demise of Rishi Kapoor

'End of era': Waqar, Tendulkar condole demise of Rishi Kapoor

Rediff.com30 Apr 2020

Pakistan pace bowling legend Waqar Younis on Thursday condoled the demise of veteran actor Rishi Kapoor, saying that an era has ended with his demise. Kapoor, who had been unwell after being diagnosed with cancer and was admitted to the H N Reliance hospital, passed away on Thursday morning.

Call to treat widows with dignity grows after Maharashtra village shows way

Call to treat widows with dignity grows after Maharashtra village shows way

Rediff.com20 May 2022

Days after Herwad village in Maharashtra's Kolhapur district passed a resolution to ban the customs associated with widowhood to maintain women's "right to live with dignity", those spearheading the campaign are now following up with the state government, demanding that a law be framed to end the "regressive" traditions.

Pakistan batsman Asif Ali's daughter loses battle with cancer

Pakistan batsman Asif Ali's daughter loses battle with cancer

Rediff.com20 May 2019

Ali is currently on tour with the Pakistan national team in England and played in the 54-run defeat by the hosts in their final one-day international of the series on Sunday. Ali is currently on tour with the Pakistan national team in England and played in the 54-run defeat by the hosts in their final one-day international of the series on Sunday.

15 held for violence in Delhi's Daryaganj

15 held for violence in Delhi's Daryaganj

Rediff.com21 Dec 2019

Those arrested have been charged with rioting and using force to deter policemen from doing duty, police said.

Texas teen breaks record for world's longest legs

Texas teen breaks record for world's longest legs

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

The 17-year-old, from Texas, United States is 6ft 10in (208.28 cm) and has a right leg which measures just over 4ft 4in (134.3 cm) and left leg which measures 4ft 5in (135.3 cm).

Raina breaks silence, hints of return to CSK camp

Raina breaks silence, hints of return to CSK camp

Rediff.com3 Sep 2020

Suresh Raina dropped a hint on rejoining the team in Dubai when asked about his future with CSK.

AAP claims Sisodia's residence attacked by 'BJP goons'

AAP claims Sisodia's residence attacked by 'BJP goons'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

The Delhi BJP, however, refuted the allegations, saying their protest was peaceful. The Delhi Police also said the allegations that the gate of the deputy CM's residence was damaged or broken are 'incorrect' and a case has been registered under appropriate sections in the matter.

Top LeT terrorist among 3 killed in encounter in Baramulla

Top LeT terrorist among 3 killed in encounter in Baramulla

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

One of the most wanted terrorist, Mudasir Pandit, and a Pakistani ultra were among the three terrorist killed in an overnight encounter with security forces in the Sopore area of Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla district, police said.

Over 7000 Assam evictees reel under epidemic fears

Over 7000 Assam evictees reel under epidemic fears

Rediff.com29 Sep 2021

Forced to cross the Nanoi, a channel of the Brahmaputra, over 7,000 people uprooted from their homes and farms in Darrang district of Assam now use the stream's muddy water to drink and cook and defecate in the open as `Swachh Bharat' toilets built in their villages are now guarded by policemen who do not allow them to re-enter any part of the lands they have been thrown out of.

Ajeeb Daastaans review

Ajeeb Daastaans review

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

Leaving aside the predictability of the stories, Ajeeb Daastaans is a good watch, says Prateek Sur.

'My father-in-law dominates our life. Pls help'

'My father-in-law dominates our life. Pls help'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

In this weekly self-help series, mental health and life coach Anu Krishna tells you how to take control of your life.

PIX: Surveen, Adah, Konkona walk the red carpet

PIX: Surveen, Adah, Konkona walk the red carpet

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

The second edition of the Critics Choice Shorts and Series Awards honoured short films and Web series, and was held on a grand scale at the Taj Hotel in Santa Cruz, north west Mumbai.

'Rest in glory, Lataji'

'Rest in glory, Lataji'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

'The source of our music, the very notes of music itself have fallen silent.'

Bollywood's BIGGEST DIWALI RELEASES

Bollywood's BIGGEST DIWALI RELEASES

Rediff.com5 Nov 2021

Joginder Tuteja looks back at how Hindi movies have done during this festive season in the last decade.

'I was living a mother's nightmare'

'I was living a mother's nightmare'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2022

'Ruksana affected me very deeply.' 'It was the circumstances around her that changed her in various ways.' 'Of course, I carry her back home, hoping and praying from the bottom of my heart that nobody ever has to be in this situation.'

'COVID broke me physically'

'COVID broke me physically'

Rediff.com31 May 2021

'Anyone out there calling a COVID recovery easy is either blessed with great immunity or isn't aware of the struggles of COVID.'