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Maha Kumbh: World's largest religious gathering begins

Maha Kumbh: World's largest religious gathering begins

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

The Maha Kumbh Mela, a major Hindu pilgrimage, commenced in Prayagraj, India on Monday, with over 40 lakh people taking the first holy dip in the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said the event, which runs until February 26, will elevate India's ancient cultural and religious traditions to global prominence.

Sobhita Parties With AK vs AK

Sobhita Parties With AK vs AK

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

The thrilling Web series The Night Manager bagged an Emmy nomination and its cast met up to celebrate the big event.

Kolkata police summons to ex-BJP MP, 2 docs over medic's identity leak

Kolkata police summons to ex-BJP MP, 2 docs over medic's identity leak

Rediff.com18 Aug 2024

These people have been accused of revealing the identity of the victim, spreading rumours and fake news, the officer said.

The Wonderful Films of Basu Chatterjee

The Wonderful Films of Basu Chatterjee

Rediff.com5 Jun 2020

'Basuda welcomed viewers into a world that was instantly familiar and comfortable,' observes Sukanya Verma.

'Pritish Nandy's Pen And Voice Shaped Art, Media'

'Pritish Nandy's Pen And Voice Shaped Art, Media'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

When Pritish Nandy passed into the ages, both journalists and film folk expressed their genuine sorrow. Many took to social media to pay their heartfelt condolences.

Bengali directors end strike, Tollywood resumes work

Bengali directors end strike, Tollywood resumes work

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

The buzz is back at studio floors after two days as directors, actors and technicians turned up for shoots.

'Soumitra Chatterjee was an extraordinary editor'

'Soumitra Chatterjee was an extraordinary editor'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2012

Indian social activist and writer Mahasweta Devi showers praises on Soumitra Chatterjee.

Ranji Roundup: Uttarakhand, Himachal off to good start

Ranji Roundup: Uttarakhand, Himachal off to good start

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Roundup of matches across various venues in the Ranji Trophy 2024-25

Ranji Trophy: Bengal, TN in control; Mumbai fight back

Ranji Trophy: Bengal, TN in control; Mumbai fight back

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Tanush Kotian's five-wicket haul helped Mumbai bounce back as the visitors bowled out Baroda for 185 in their second innings.

Woman among 5 held for Punjab varsity ex-VC's Padma Bhushan medal theft

Woman among 5 held for Punjab varsity ex-VC's Padma Bhushan medal theft

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

According to the police, Biswas is a jeweller who allegedly bought the medal.

Zero Se Restart Review: Riveting

Zero Se Restart Review: Riveting

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Zero Se Restart is a must watch for cinema students, and also, perhaps for the layperson who has never been on a film set, and is curious about what goes into the making of a movie, recommends Deepa Gahlot.

Sunny Leone Welcomes Ganpati

Sunny Leone Welcomes Ganpati

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

Film folk celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi with gusto over the weekend, and posted pictures on social media.

'Soumitra Chatterjee is bigger than a Ray actor'

'Soumitra Chatterjee is bigger than a Ray actor'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2016

One of India's greatest actors -- someone who acted in 14 Satyajit Ray films -- doesn't get good movie roles anymore.

Farewell, Shyam Babu

Farewell, Shyam Babu

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Shyam Benegal, the shining beacon of the Indian cinema, was laid to rest on Tuesday around 3 pm with full state honours and a three-gun salute at Shivaji Park, central Mumbai.

Judge Saini singles out Nair, Chatterjee in Dr Singh's PMO

Judge Saini singles out Nair, Chatterjee in Dr Singh's PMO

Rediff.com23 Dec 2017

'The question is: Who misrepresented the facts to the then PM? It was not A Raja but Pulok Chatterjee, in consultation with T K A Nair, as he had suppressed the most relevant and controversial part of the letter of A Raja from the then Prime Minister,' says the special CBI judge in his 2G spectrum case verdict.

Chatterjee picked for speaker's post

Chatterjee picked for speaker's post

Rediff.com26 May 2004

The Night Manager Gets Emmy Nomination

The Night Manager Gets Emmy Nomination

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

'I remember when the offer came in, I was conflicted.'

CPI-M expels Somnath Chatterjee

CPI-M expels Somnath Chatterjee

Rediff.com23 Jul 2008

The Communist Party of India-Marxist on Wednesday expelled Lok Sabha Speaker Somnath Chatterjee, who defied the party's order to resign from his post and presided over the two-day trust vote debate.

Doctor murder: Kolkata Ganesh Puja bodies scale down celebrations

Doctor murder: Kolkata Ganesh Puja bodies scale down celebrations

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

In response to the tragic incident, many committees scaled back their celebrations significantly.

Chatterjee to retire after term

Chatterjee to retire after term

Rediff.com8 Aug 2008

In the eye of storm over his refusal to quit, Lok Sabha Speaker Somnath Chatterjee on Friday said he will retire at the end of his term and was not keen on rejoining CPI(M) which expelled him recently.

Dhananjoy Chatterjee hanged

Dhananjoy Chatterjee hanged

Rediff.com14 Aug 2004

Dhananjoy Chatterjee, sentenced to death for raping and murdering a 14-year-old girl in Kolkata in 1990, was hanged to death on Saturday at 0430 IST, official sources said.

The Very Best of Soumitra Chatterjee

The Very Best of Soumitra Chatterjee

Rediff.com22 Mar 2012

Indrani Roy lists the most memorable performances of Soumitra Chatterjee.

Jihadists Are A Major Threat To Israel'

Jihadists Are A Major Threat To Israel'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

'Israel would make Iran and its proxies pay. They, along with Qatar, fund terror all over the world.'

Janhvi-Khushi Are Seeing YOU!

Janhvi-Khushi Are Seeing YOU!

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

John unveils his next movie... Nimrat on a movie she cherishes...Varun, Ranveer, Aditya watch some fighting...

Quiz: How well do you know Moushumi Chatterjee?

Quiz: How well do you know Moushumi Chatterjee?

Rediff.com26 Apr 2017

In a special series, we will put YOU to the test everyday!

'India Has Lost The Most Humane Storyteller Of Our Time'

'India Has Lost The Most Humane Storyteller Of Our Time'

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

'He was a visionary who redefined storytelling and inspired generations.'

New principal of RG Kar hospital removed amid protests

New principal of RG Kar hospital removed amid protests

Rediff.com22 Aug 2024

The three senior officials of the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital (RGKMCH) were transferred to various state-run health facilities.

The Shyam Benegal I Knew

The Shyam Benegal I Knew

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

His cinema of compassion inspired me, gave me tools to develop empathy for others. But it also made me understand that serious, socially committed cinema with deeply engaging narratives and great performances is an art form to admire, appreciate and explore. Aseem Chhabra remembers Shyam Benegal, who passed into the ages on Monday evening.

'India In 1947 Was Like A Ticking Time Bomb'

'India In 1947 Was Like A Ticking Time Bomb'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

'When you watch Freedom At Midnight, I want you to feel like you are sitting on a ticking time bomb.'

It's Bollywood Quiz Time!

It's Bollywood Quiz Time!

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

'I Wanted Waheeda Rehman For Ankur'

'I Wanted Waheeda Rehman For Ankur'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

'I don't think Waheeda had the confidence that I could pull it off, so she said no.'

All parties praise Somnath Chatterjee

All parties praise Somnath Chatterjee

Rediff.com4 Jun 2004

'We are confident that you, with your vast experience, will conduct the proceedings in accordance with highest traditions of democracy,' Dr Manmohan Singh.

Can Decathlon challenge Reliance in India?

Can Decathlon challenge Reliance in India?

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

Decathlon is expecting to double its business in the country in the next three to five years, Decathlon India CEO Sankar Chatterjee said, according to local media reports.

Textile industry joins hands with ILO

Textile industry joins hands with ILO

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

With cotton still figuring in the list of commodities that are produced using practices such as child labour, the Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) has entered into an understanding with the International Labour Organisation (ILO) to create awareness, share technical know-how and knowledge about better labour standards. These standards, which are part of ILO Fundamental Principles and Rights to Work (FPRW), will be tried on a pilot basis in major cotton-growing districts of Madhya Pradesh for one year starting in 2024.

'We have secured a place for large deals'

'We have secured a place for large deals'

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

'Our growth in banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) is a prime example.'

SC takes cognisance of doctor's rape-murder case, hearing on Aug 20

SC takes cognisance of doctor's rape-murder case, hearing on Aug 20

Rediff.com18 Aug 2024

According to the cause list of August 20 uploaded on the apex court website, a bench comprising Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra is scheduled to hear on Tuesday.

The Global Ambassador Of Indian Music

The Global Ambassador Of Indian Music

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

He was a formidable musician but seemed utterly human, a Peter Pan who wore his genius with deceptive lightness. Sandip Roy remembers Ustad Zakir Hussain.

3 yr old Anish is youngest rated chess player!

3 yr old Anish is youngest rated chess player!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

Anish's emergence comes as India witnesses an exciting era in chess, with young talents like Erigaisi, R Praggnanandhaa, and D Gukesh shine internationally.

Google celebrated her 100th birthday. Who was Dr Asima Chatterjee?

Google celebrated her 100th birthday. Who was Dr Asima Chatterjee?

Rediff.com24 Sep 2017

5 things you must know about this scientific trailblazer.

Will Pulok Chatterjee be the next cabinet secy?

Will Pulok Chatterjee be the next cabinet secy?

Rediff.com20 Aug 2010

There has been speculation in Delhi that Pulok Chatterjee having served Sonia Gandhi as her private secretary during the National Democratic Alliance regime, might be appointed as cabinet secretary.