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Rafale controversy is in your mind: Swaraj to Congress

Rafale controversy is in your mind: Swaraj to Congress

Rediff.com3 Jan 2019

Unsatisfied by the minister's reply during the Question Hour, the Congress members including former prime minister Manmohan Singh staged a walkout.

'Why Did US Flight Not Land In Ahmedabad?'

'Why Did US Flight Not Land In Ahmedabad?'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

'The flight did not land in Gujarat because the 'Gujarat model' would then get exposed.'

Allu Arjun Leaves For Cop Station

Allu Arjun Leaves For Cop Station

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Allu Arjun arrived Hyderabad's Chikkadpally police station on Tuesday to appear for questioning in connection with the tragic incident that occurred during the premiere of his movie Pushpa 2 on December 4.

'Balasaheb Thackeray Never Gave Up'

'Balasaheb Thackeray Never Gave Up'

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

'In Independent India's politics you will not find any leader of a political party who has not contested elections or not held a powerful post.' 'It was only Balasaheb who never contested elections or held a post.' On the occasion of Balasaheb Thackeray's 99th birth anniversary, close aide Subhash Desai recalls vignettes about the Shiv Sena founder.

Kangana Ranaut's 'Emergency' gets censor certificate

Kangana Ranaut's 'Emergency' gets censor certificate

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

The film was scheduled to hit theatres across the country on September 6 but couldn't keep its date as it didn't get clearance certificate from the censor board, which is important for the public exhibition of films in India.

Does Sanju Get Your Vote?

Does Sanju Get Your Vote?

Rediff.com8 May 2024

Fraser-McGurk, Stubbs or Samson? Pick your best batters

Vinesh Slams P T Usha!

Vinesh Slams P T Usha!

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

'You're on that bed not sure what is going on in you life, you're enduring your worst crisis.' 'And then you come there just to show the world that you're with me, you click a picture without telling me and then post it on social media.'

'If Cong wins...': Video of Shivraj's son sparks row

'If Cong wins...': Video of Shivraj's son sparks row

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

A controversy has erupted after Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan's son, Kartikey, said during a public meeting in bypoll-bound Budhni that 'not even a brick will be laid in any village' in case a Congress candidate wins the by-election.

Cong will give your wealth to Muslims: Modi in Rajasthan

Cong will give your wealth to Muslims: Modi in Rajasthan

Rediff.com21 Apr 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday suggested that if the Congress comes to power, it would redistribute wealth of people to Muslims and cited former PM Manmohan Singh's remark that the minority community had the first claim on the country's resources.

Sehwag Hails Lord Hanuman!

Sehwag Hails Lord Hanuman!

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

Although there is no context to the picture, many on social media implied that the picture was posted to win back Modi fans after his previous post (now deleted but retweeted several times) where he raised his concern to Prime Minister Narendra D Modi questioning him over the loss of money in the share market, did not go well with some of them.

'Ek Baar Dekh Lo, Phir Discuss Karte Hain'

'Ek Baar Dekh Lo, Phir Discuss Karte Hain'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

'Whatever you do will spark controversies, so it is best do what your heart tells you to do. Simple.'

SKY plays down Lucknow pitch controversy

SKY plays down Lucknow pitch controversy

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

'Whatever we get in future we will go with it. It's completely fine'

Seniors let India down: Gavaskar slams Rohit, Kohli

Seniors let India down: Gavaskar slams Rohit, Kohli

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Indian batters, with the exception of Yashasvi Jaiswal (84), faltered yet again to lose the match by 184 runs and trail 1-2 in the five-match series.

Dhoni Beats Bachchan, SRK!

Dhoni Beats Bachchan, SRK!

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Dhoni endorses 42 brands to Bachchan's 41 and SRK's 34.

'Employers Don't Care If Employees Live Or Die'

'Employers Don't Care If Employees Live Or Die'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

'They sell such ideas in the name of 'national interest'.' 'What national interest are they talking about?' 'There is no national interest in this. The only interest that is there is their profit.'

Djokovic, Murray react to Australian Open's controversial move

Djokovic, Murray react to Australian Open's controversial move

Rediff.com13 Jan 2024

Djokovic backs schedule change at expanded Australian Open

How did you lose Ayodhya?: Owaisi to Fadnavis on 'vote jihad'

How did you lose Ayodhya?: Owaisi to Fadnavis on 'vote jihad'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

Our ancestors did jihad against Britishers, but yours penned 'love letters', Owaisi said in a jibe to Fadnavis.

'Direct Transfer Of Money Is Bribing Voters'

'Direct Transfer Of Money Is Bribing Voters'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

'For politicians, winning the next election has become more important than economic stability of the country and broader national interest.'

Resilient Pant speaks out following India's shocking defeat

Resilient Pant speaks out following India's shocking defeat

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

Rishabh Pant, India's star batter, has finally spoken out following his contentious dismissal and the team's defeat in the third Test against New Zealand at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday.

Same people will be singing your praises: Jaffer backs Hardik to play crucial role in T20 WC

Same people will be singing your praises: Jaffer backs Hardik to play crucial role in T20 WC

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Former Indian opener Wasim Jaffer expressed his disappointment with fans trolling Indian all-rounder and Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya for his poor performances in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL), saying that during the T20 World Cup starting from June 1 in West Indies and USA, the all-rounder will play some crucial knocks and the trolls will be singing his praise.

Poor outfield in Dharamsala sparks controversy; Stokes unavailable for Bangladesh

Poor outfield in Dharamsala sparks controversy; Stokes unavailable for Bangladesh

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Jos Buttler made a scathing assessment of the HPCA Stadium outfield, terming it as 'poor'

Kishan, umpire clash over ball change; India A lose

Kishan, umpire clash over ball change; India A lose

Rediff.com3 Nov 2024

India A wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan was embroiled in a ball-change controversy, facing accusations of 'inappropriate behaviour' during their seven-wicket defeat to Australia A.

Genetic Destiny Or Hard Work?

Genetic Destiny Or Hard Work?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Just as the atom and the byte needed careful societal control to prevent damage to society, perhaps, so does the gene, particularly in debates like 'genes vs merit', explains Ajit Balakrishnan.

YSRCP moves HC for probe over allegations of 'animal fat' in Tirupati laddu

YSRCP moves HC for probe over allegations of 'animal fat' in Tirupati laddu

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

TDP supremo and Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu claimed that the previous YSRCP government did not even spare Sri Venkateswara temple and used substandard ingredients and animal fat for making laddus.

Kangana defers Emergency as censors yet to clear it

Kangana defers Emergency as censors yet to clear it

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

The political period drama, also written and co-produced by Ranaut, was scheduled to hit theatres across the country on Friday but the makers are yet to get a clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) and the matter is currently in court.

Why Barricade Is Gaining Popularity

Why Barricade Is Gaining Popularity

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

A poignant political play, needed for today's times, is being staged in Mumbai.

'Sanju Samson Can Be India's Test Opener'

'Sanju Samson Can Be India's Test Opener'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'People should realise he is an impact player, like Virender Sehwag.' 'You don't expect these players to score a 70-80 every time they bat, but whenever they score they will win matches for your team.'

Can Paul Pogba overcome the doping controversy?

Can Paul Pogba overcome the doping controversy?

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

'He never wanted to break rules': Paul Pogba's representative

High Drama On Day 1 At SCG

High Drama On Day 1 At SCG

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

A survivalist's mindset sees Indian batsmen fail again on the first day of the SCG Test.

Kolkata rape: Break fingers of those blaming Mamata, says TMC minister

Kolkata rape: Break fingers of those blaming Mamata, says TMC minister

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

Senior Trinamool Congress minister Udayan Guha has sparked controversy by claiming that fingers of those blaming West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and demanding her resignation over the alleged rape and murder of a woman doctor would be broken.

Pick Your Indian Team for Sri Lanka Game

Pick Your Indian Team for Sri Lanka Game

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

Who do you think should be part of India's playing XI for the Asia Cup Super Fours match against Sri Lanka?

Stalin hits back at Governor over state anthem row

Stalin hits back at Governor over state anthem row

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi should free himself from divisive forces and discharge duties as per Constitutional norms, if he intends to continue as governor, Chief Minister M K Stalin said, and asked him to desist from converting Raj Bhavan into a political party office to depict Dravidian race in poor light.

Mbappe, PSG coach face backlash over private jet controversy

Mbappe, PSG coach face backlash over private jet controversy

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

Quizzed on PSG's jet trip to Nantes at a news conference on Monday, Galtier and Mbappe looked at each other and the World Cup winner burst out laughing as his coach responded with a quip.

#MeToo: 'Let The Exploitation Stop!'

#MeToo: 'Let The Exploitation Stop!'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

'Women, come out and speak.'

Manchester United's struggles deepen amid fresh controversy

Manchester United's struggles deepen amid fresh controversy

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

Off the field, issues have also arisen involving players such as Mason Greenwood, Antony, and Jadon Sancho. Ten Hag, however, emphasized the importance of unity during trying times, stating, "It's my second year. I know it's not always only going up, you will have your gaps and you get stronger from it as long as you stay together, and that's what we're doing. The dressing room, staff, all the staff, coaches, medical, everyone is united and at United you fight."

Spend Your Weekend With Shah Rukh Khan

Spend Your Weekend With Shah Rukh Khan

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

Celebrate the weekend with Shah Rukh Khan and more on OTT.

'Who Does Not Want To Be Prime Minister?'

'Who Does Not Want To Be Prime Minister?'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

'We are going to need more technical people in government.' 'You can't expect a generalist to understand the complicated world of financial engineering.' 'I regret to say that most of our politicians have no competence to deal with these things. Nor is there a willingness to learn.'

I thought it was just a regulation wicket: Starc

I thought it was just a regulation wicket: Starc

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

'I think there was a fair bit of good bowling today. Obviously there was enough in the wicket and it probably felt like it was a hardball wicket.'

High drama in Parl: 2 MPs in ICU; both file plaints against each other

High drama in Parl: 2 MPs in ICU; both file plaints against each other

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Ruling NDA and opposition INDIA bloc MPs clashed in Parliament on Thursday over Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks on B.R. Ambedkar, leading to jostling and an injury to BJP MP Pratap Sarangi. The opposition demanded Shah's resignation, while the BJP defended him.

Tirupati laddu row: Food safety regulator notice to ghee supplier

Tirupati laddu row: Food safety regulator notice to ghee supplier

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

The controversy has sparked reactions across states. The famous Mankameshwar temple in Uttar Pradesh has now banned offerings of 'prasad' bought by devotees from outside and said they can offer homemade 'prasad' or fruits.