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Why this veteran actor called Kohli 'world's worst behaved player'

Why this veteran actor called Kohli 'world's worst behaved player'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2018

Bollywood veteran actor Naseeruddin slammed Virat Kohli for his on-field 'behaviour' after the India captain was involved in an on-field altercation with Australia skipper Tim Paine during the ongoing second Test in Perth on Monday.

The Batla House Review

The Batla House Review

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

It is only in the second half that Batla House has gripping moments, feels Prasanna D Zore.

Will Gayatri get married?

Will Gayatri get married?

Rediff.com10 Dec 2021

Simran Dhir's very readable debut novel Best Intentions portrays the colours as well as the privilege and politics of Delhi life.

Karnataka assembly okays bills to hike salaries of CM, ministers, MLAs

Karnataka assembly okays bills to hike salaries of CM, ministers, MLAs

Rediff.com22 Feb 2022

The Karnataka legislative assembly on Tuesday passed bills enhancing the salaries and allowances of the chief minister, ministers and legislators.

AAP MLA Somnath Bharti arrested in UP, ink hurled at him

AAP MLA Somnath Bharti arrested in UP, ink hurled at him

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

He was arrested for criminal intimidation and promoting enmity between groups, police said, following remarks allegedly referring to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and the state's hospitals.

Derek O'Brien presses govt to repeal 3 farm laws, offers draft bill to do so

Derek O'Brien presses govt to repeal 3 farm laws, offers draft bill to do so

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

He interrupted his speech to observe a minute's silence in the House along with other Opposition leaders, mainly the Congress, to pay tribute to farmers who had lost their lives during the two month agitation.

No one got COVID from book launch party: Shastri

No one got COVID from book launch party: Shastri

Rediff.com18 Sep 2021

India head coach Ravi Shastri says he has no regrets about organising the book launch, which was widely perceived to be the reason for a COVID-19 outbreak that forced the cancellation of the fifth Test against England in Manchester.

'I was scared, thinking I should not hit Salman Khan'

'I was scared, thinking I should not hit Salman Khan'

Rediff.com27 May 2021

'Salman asked me if I would be open to playing a negative character.' 'I told him I would do even a single scene for him.'

When Smita Patil lived Arth in real life

When Smita Patil lived Arth in real life

Rediff.com18 Oct 2021

'Films like Arth don't happen again and again. They come once in a lifetime. I was lucky to make it, and I couldn't have done it without Smita and Shabana.'

How Facebook can help you get a job

How Facebook can help you get a job

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

Job recruiters are less likely to select candidates who appear to be too self-involved or opinionated in their social media posts.

Why Cheteshwar Pujara wants your vote

Why Cheteshwar Pujara wants your vote

Rediff.com20 Feb 2014

The promising cricketer has been appointed the Gujarat Election Commission's brand ambassador, says Haresh Pandya

Khattar, Amarinder exchange words over farmers' protest

Khattar, Amarinder exchange words over farmers' protest

Rediff.com30 Aug 2021

"There is a clear hand of the Punjab government in it. Here in Haryana, former chief minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda and other Congress leaders besides some Left leaders are instigating farmers to take law in their hands," Haryana chief minister M L Khattar said

'You're looking for some heads to roll and Kevin's was in the way'

'You're looking for some heads to roll and Kevin's was in the way'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2014

Kevin Pietersen has been made a "scapegoat" for England's Ashes humiliation in Australia, according to West Indies great Vivian Richards.

'OPS never said he wanted to become CM'

'OPS never said he wanted to become CM'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

'OPS did not back off.' 'He wanted transparency and he got it.'

Rahul Dravid vs Greg Chappell: The Untold Story

Rahul Dravid vs Greg Chappell: The Untold Story

Rediff.com8 Dec 2021

The only way for Dravid to sort out the mess was by forcing a showdown and getting Chappell removed as coach. That possibility was remote as Dravid neither had the ears of the BCCI nor was he the sort to confront knotty issues head on. A fascinating excerpt from Pradeep Magazine's Not Just Cricket: A Reporter's Journey through Modern India.

Constitution is the Casualty in Governor's Conduct

Constitution is the Casualty in Governor's Conduct

Rediff.com27 Nov 2021

The Congress used Raj Bhavans to topple legally elected governments. The BJP is letting governors get away with all manner of impropriety, notes Aditi Phadnis.

Omar to sue C'garh CM for linking his release to Pilot's revolt

Omar to sue C'garh CM for linking his release to Pilot's revolt

Rediff.com20 Jul 2020

Taking to Twitter to express his anger, Abdullah, who is also the vice president of the National Conference, said that he would be taking legal action against the Chhattisgarh chief minister for his comments made during an interview to a prominent English newspaper.

Won't give you any masala: Rahane on captaincy debate

Won't give you any masala: Rahane on captaincy debate

Rediff.com12 Feb 2021

Rahane was not ready to take a backward step when faced with difficult questions.

'Bhartiyata' should be our only loyalty'

'Bhartiyata' should be our only loyalty'

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

'As Indians, we should be claiming and celebrating 'Bhartiyata' rather than seeking commitment to beliefs which are divisive and exclusionary.'

Kangana, Urmila locked in war of words, again

Kangana, Urmila locked in war of words, again

Rediff.com3 Jan 2021

Actor-politician Urmila Matondkar on Sunday said she has bought a new office with her 'hard-earned money' after Kangana Ranaut took a dig at the purchase, linking it with her joining Shiv Sena.

Nitish's minister quits just 3 days after swearing-in

Nitish's minister quits just 3 days after swearing-in

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

Chaudhary sent his resignation immediately after assuming charge at 1 pm, informed sources said.

Netanyahu's son apologises after tweet offends Indians

Netanyahu's son apologises after tweet offends Indians

Rediff.com28 Jul 2020

On Sunday, the 29-year-old Yair, who is very active on social media and often defends his father's policies, posted a picture of the Hindu goddess Durga, with the face of Liat Ben Ari, the prosecutor in his father's corruption cases, superimposed over the goddess' face. Her many arms were also raised giving the middle finger.

Vote: Should condom ads on buses be banned?

Vote: Should condom ads on buses be banned?

Rediff.com2 Aug 2017

A condom ad campaign featuring Sunny Leone has offended Goa's politicians.

Grandmaster Vishy Anand comes to Kohli's rescue

Grandmaster Vishy Anand comes to Kohli's rescue

Rediff.com12 Nov 2018

Viswanathan Anand feels India cricket captain Virat Kohli became a bit emotional and lost control during his 'leave India' comment to a fan

FIR against Urdu Poet Munawwar Rana for remarks on France killings

FIR against Urdu Poet Munawwar Rana for remarks on France killings

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

Rana said the comments were misconstrued and it was made in the context of India.

Cong's Ramesh Kumar sorry after 'enjoy rape' remark triggers criticism

Cong's Ramesh Kumar sorry after 'enjoy rape' remark triggers criticism

Rediff.com17 Dec 2021

The BJP in New Delhi targeted top Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and his sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra over their party colleague's controversial remarks, questioning their silence on the matter.

'We would have continued the protests till 2024'

'We would have continued the protests till 2024'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2021

While protesters wait for the farm laws to be repealed in Parliament, everyone at the Singhu echoes one sentiment: That they will remember this one year spent in protest at Singhu till their dying day. Nitin Kumar reports

'In 2024, Indians will boot out this government'

'In 2024, Indians will boot out this government'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2021

'Let me assure the nation on behalf of the Sanyukt Kisan Morcha that our protests have not weakened at all or lost steam.'

Your say: Will Rang De be a hit?

Your say: Will Rang De be a hit?

Rediff.com25 Jan 2006

Time to play the Bollywood soothsayer!

Not accepting WhatsApp's new terms? Limited service awaits you

Not accepting WhatsApp's new terms? Limited service awaits you

Rediff.com10 May 2021

WhatsApp will not delete any account for not accepting its new privacy update, but users not agreeing to the controversial terms after "several weeks" will not be able to access their chat list, and eventually, will not be able to answer incoming phone or video calls over the app.

10 OTT Shows You Must Watch!

10 OTT Shows You Must Watch!

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

Sukanya Verma handpicks 10 new interesting movies and shows from India and abroad just for you.

NSE co-location case: Probe shifts towards money trail, illicit gains

NSE co-location case: Probe shifts towards money trail, illicit gains

Rediff.com21 Feb 2022

As a multi-agency probe into the NSE case gathers pace, the grant of preferential server and data access to select brokers and their suspected misuse are being investigated threadbare to unveil all quid pro quo arrangements in a highly-sophisticated scheme that worked like a cricket betting scandal, officials said on Monday. While the bourse has said it has taken several steps over the years to strengthen its technology infrastructure, including as per regulatory orders, the officials said certain fresh disclosures call for a detailed probe into whether a select group of individuals in high positions had banded together to make illicit gains by facilitating the preferential trading slots, beginning over a decade ago. Even a split-second faster access is said to result in huge gains for a trader.

India clear about World Cup team combination: Dravid

India clear about World Cup team combination: Dravid

Rediff.com21 Feb 2022

India head coach Rahul Dravid says he and skipper Rohit Sharma are pretty clear about the team for the T20 World Cup in Australia in less than eight months' time.

Do this nation proud, Mr Modi, heal it, build it and be true to your word

Do this nation proud, Mr Modi, heal it, build it and be true to your word

Rediff.com17 May 2014

'You have a chance to use this massive mandate to push through life changing reforms, transform India into a superpower because our nation's biggest strength are its people, and we the people are the most hardworking industrious and entrepreneurial the world has ever seen.' 'Arm us with a society which lives without fear, a governance where business can be conducted smoothly without greasing palms, instill in this great nation a sense of pride once again. Let this nation be bigger than you and the party.' Suparn Verma's impassioned appeal to Narendra Modi.

EPL PIX: Focused Chelsea battle to 3-1 win

EPL PIX: Focused Chelsea battle to 3-1 win

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

Images from the Premier League matches played on Thursday.

Explained: WhatsApp's New Privacy Policy

Explained: WhatsApp's New Privacy Policy

Rediff.com24 May 2021

A WhatsApp spokesperson said the update 'does not impact the privacy of personal messages for anyone'.

Will you watch Padmaavat? Tell us!

Will you watch Padmaavat? Tell us!

Rediff.com24 Jan 2018

Make your vote count.

'Opposition MPs have become agents of unrest'

'Opposition MPs have become agents of unrest'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2021

'Today, we being the majority pass a law and if the Opposition parties do not like it, they throw files at the Chair, and beat up women marshals.'

Don't try this, please! Couple slammed for death-defying photo

Don't try this, please! Couple slammed for death-defying photo

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

Kelly Castille and Kody Workman have been called 'attention-seeking' for their hanging off the edge of a cliff in the Humantay Lagoon in Peru image.

Ponting backs Ashwin on Mankading, wants batsman penalised

Ponting backs Ashwin on Mankading, wants batsman penalised

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

Delhi Capitals senior spinner Ravichandran Ashwin spoke to head coach Ricky Ponting on the controversial issue of 'Mankading' in which the bowler runs out the batsman at the non-striker's end if he sets off for a run before the ball is bowled.