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Jury says Trump sexually abused, defamed author

Jury says Trump sexually abused, defamed author

Rediff.com10 May 2023

Former United States President Donald Trump sexually abused and defamed author and advice columnist E Jean Carroll in 1996, a Manhattan federal jury has found and awarded her $5 million for battery and defamation, a verdict that may hurt him in his 2024 bid to regain the White House.

India needs net neutrality? Pros and Cons

India needs net neutrality? Pros and Cons

Rediff.com24 Apr 2015

The debate on net neutrality has turned into another fight between ordinary folks and a large corporation.

Jhalak's GLAMOROUS Stars Are Ready To Dance!

Jhalak's GLAMOROUS Stars Are Ready To Dance!

Rediff.com25 Aug 2022

If these celeb sightings are anything to go by, the 10th edition of Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa is going to be a visual delight.

Ms Marvel Review

Ms Marvel Review

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

Ms Marvel has some super heroic stuff and emphasises that there are no limitations from one's religion if one wants to follow one's dream, applauds Saarah Aslam.

4 Reasons Why Chinese Is Aggressive With India

4 Reasons Why Chinese Is Aggressive With India

Rediff.com4 May 2023

Some may see China's decision to antagonise India as strategically unwise. But China believes its prestige demands standing up to India, whatever the cost.

The IPL dilemma amid COVID-19 pandemic: BCCI cancels con call with franchise owners

The IPL dilemma amid COVID-19 pandemic: BCCI cancels con call with franchise owners

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

IPL is staring at a possible cancellation due to the deadly outbreak, which has led to more than 16,000 deaths globally. India, which has reported over 400 cases and nine deaths so far, is in a lockdown till March 31 to contain the pandemic.

Prashant Kishor to join Cong? Rahul brainstormed with leaders

Prashant Kishor to join Cong? Rahul brainstormed with leaders

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

Most of the leaders who attended the meeting agreed that Kishor joining the Congress would be beneficial for the party, they added.

Government cons the military, again

Government cons the military, again

Rediff.com30 Dec 2008

The only sensible solution is in having a separate pay commission for the armed forces.

Buying a car vs leasing it: The pros and cons

Buying a car vs leasing it: The pros and cons

Rediff.com3 Apr 2018

Besides the thrill of changing cars quite often, a higher tax deduction is available, experts tell Tinesh Bhasin

Hindenburg row: Adani appoints Grant Thornton for audit

Hindenburg row: Adani appoints Grant Thornton for audit

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

Embattled Adani group has appointed accountancy firm Grant Thornton for an independent audit of some of its companies in a bid to come clean of the damning allegations levelled by the US short-seller Hindenburg Research and to assure investors and regulators. Sources said the audit is primarily to show to regulators like the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) that the group has nothing to hide and it is in compliance with relevant laws. The audit will specifically look into if there was any misappropriation or repatriation of funds and if loans were used for any purpose other than the one they were intended for.

Gosh! So Many Santas!

Gosh! So Many Santas!

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

People dressed as Santas step out to celebrate.

What Shahid Is 'Very Excited' About

What Shahid Is 'Very Excited' About

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

'I am as charged as I was at the age of 21, giving my first shot, as I am today.'

Why Short-Sellers Like Hindenburg Matter

Why Short-Sellers Like Hindenburg Matter

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

Strange souls see a research report on an Indian conglomerate as part of a vast conspiracy to Keep India Down. There is only one possible response to this: Grow up. Nobody in the West cares enough about India or Adani to put all the effort into creating a giant conspiracy that links together BBC documentaries and short-sellers, points out Mihir S Sharma.

Real estate investment trusts: Pros and cons

Real estate investment trusts: Pros and cons

Rediff.com13 Aug 2014

Liquidity, stable income generation, potential capital appreciation are the benefits from REITs

Scribe says he was 'hyptonised', robbed on phone call

Scribe says he was 'hyptonised', robbed on phone call

Rediff.com11 May 2023

A 40-year-old freelance journalist has claimed a person 'hypnotised' him over the phone and duped him of Rs 40,000, but police and experts said this is one of the 'most normal kinds of cyber fraud' and not a case of hypnosis.

'Collegium, with some aberrations removed, is a very good idea'

'Collegium, with some aberrations removed, is a very good idea'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

'There is one negative thing which has happened very quietly. The position of the election commissioner has been downgraded.'

Is GPT-4 Intelligent?

Is GPT-4 Intelligent?

Rediff.com3 May 2023

Overestimation of AI can lead to an excessive level of trust and the spread of disinformation. ChatGPT's replies are riddled with factual errors, hidden in eloquent, grammatically correct sentences. This leads to a hallucination of truth, explains Kumar Abishek.

Kiara, Sara, Malaika Make June Look GOOD

Kiara, Sara, Malaika Make June Look GOOD

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

From giving us major sari goals to going all bling, June saw stars make BOLD & BEAUTIFUL style statements!

2024 to be my last election, says Chandrababu Naidu, unless...

2024 to be my last election, says Chandrababu Naidu, unless...

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

In an emotion-filled tone at a roadshow in Kurnool district late on Wednesday night, the former Chief Minister recalled his vow not to step into the Assembly till the TDP returned to power.

Use of jail office, women visitors, cars at disposal...: ED in conman bail plea

Use of jail office, women visitors, cars at disposal...: ED in conman bail plea

Rediff.com20 Jun 2022

The probe agency sought to intervene in a plea of Chandrashekhar, who is lodged in Tihar jail on charges of money laundering and duping several people, and his wife seeking their transfer to a prison outside Delhi alleging threat to their lives from jail staff.

Time To Shift To Non-Par Plans For Long Term

Time To Shift To Non-Par Plans For Long Term

Rediff.com10 May 2023

'Non-par plans returns are not market-linked. Hence, they can offer guaranteed returns.'

Want To Opt For EPF-EPS Joint Scheme?

Want To Opt For EPF-EPS Joint Scheme?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

Before opting for this scheme, consider how EPS is calculated.

ED arrests Sukesh Chandrashekhar in fresh money laundering case

ED arrests Sukesh Chandrashekhar in fresh money laundering case

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

The fresh charges against Chandrashekhar pertain to Rs 3.5 crore that Malvinder Singh's wife Japna is alleged to have paid after she was conned that this money would be used to bail her husband out.

Gold monetisation scheme: The pros and the cons

Gold monetisation scheme: The pros and the cons

Rediff.com21 May 2015

India imported 967 tonnes of gold in 2014-15.

Taaza Khabar Review: No Magic Here

Taaza Khabar Review: No Magic Here

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

YouTube sensation Bhuvan Bam has a presence about him, but his character's flare ups do not convince in the least, observes Sukanya Verma.

Act against corrupt, however powerful, without fear, Modi tells CBI

Act against corrupt, however powerful, without fear, Modi tells CBI

Rediff.com3 Apr 2023

There is no dearth of political will today to act against corruption and officers should take action against the corrupt, however powerful, without any hesitation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday.

Nokia Lumia 830: The pros and the cons

Nokia Lumia 830: The pros and the cons

Rediff.com13 Oct 2014

The 830 has a thin bezel and all the keys are on the right edge.

Ridley Scott's new con game

Ridley Scott's new con game

Rediff.com10 Sep 2003

The pros and cons of investing in ULIPs

The pros and cons of investing in ULIPs

Rediff.com27 Aug 2014

In an online chat with Get Ahead readers on August 26, Sanjay Tripathy, senior executive vice president, marketing, product, digital and e-commerce, HDFC Life, answered their queries on ULIPs.

Pros and cons of personal loans

Pros and cons of personal loans

Rediff.com11 May 2009

Before you rush out to get a personal loan, it is important for you to understand the pros and cons of personal loan, in order to make an informed decision.

Actor Nora Fatehi appears before ED in money laundering case

Actor Nora Fatehi appears before ED in money laundering case

Rediff.com14 Oct 2021

The agency had earlier questioned actor Jacqueline Fernandes in this case. She is expected to depose again before the agency on Thursday.

Pyaar Fundas, Bollywood Style

Pyaar Fundas, Bollywood Style

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

From aadmi to andas, Bollywood songs dispense gyaan for every occasion. But nothing beats its obsession with pyaar.

The pros and cons of credit card reward points

The pros and cons of credit card reward points

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

Reward points should not be considered as a primary factor when choosing a card. Always remember these points should be considered as an auxiliary benefit you derive due to using your card or staying loyal; they should never become an inducement to spend more.

The pros and cons of personal loans

The pros and cons of personal loans

Rediff.com22 Feb 2012

Personal loans are just not about goodies. There are costs too.

ED records Nora Fatehi's statement in money laundering case

ED records Nora Fatehi's statement in money laundering case

Rediff.com3 Dec 2022

Sources said the actor will be questioned about some more issues related to Chandrashekhar.

He Made Amitabh Sing For The First Time

He Made Amitabh Sing For The First Time

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

'But some like Rakesh leave an imprint that is hard to remove or forget...'

Detox therapy: The pros and cons

Detox therapy: The pros and cons

Rediff.com26 Jun 2007

Kanchana Banerjee found that the benefits of detox therapies far outweigh the temporary discomfort.

The pros and cons of oral sex

The pros and cons of oral sex

Rediff.com3 May 2011

Though many people look down upon oral sex acts as being dirty or not so hygienic, science has proved that these acts are beneficial to health. There are some cons as well however. Let's go through both one by one.

Silver may outperform if China doesn't relapse into lockdowns

Silver may outperform if China doesn't relapse into lockdowns

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

Silver, which is currently trading at Rs 68,453 per kilogram, has appreciated 21.7 per cent over the past three months. Investors, however, shouldn't get carried away by its recent performance and put their money in it. Instead, they should evaluate its pros and cons and then take a considered decision based on their risk appetite.

How US official conned Indian workers

How US official conned Indian workers

Rediff.com14 Apr 2007

The workers have huge loans back home and live in abysmal conditions in the US.