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'Could Ajit Pawar Have Known?'

'Could Ajit Pawar Have Known?'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'Everyone involved in this transaction must be punished and penalised.'

'Don't see mobiles replacing PCs immediately'

'Don't see mobiles replacing PCs immediately'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

'Lots of YouTubers and influencers use a phone that can do lots of things, but if you need to do heavy editing or proper editing, you will still come back to a proper laptop setup.'

At 100, He Remembers How He Fought For Freedom

At 100, He Remembers How He Fought For Freedom

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

'Gandhi had given the call 'Do or Die'. And with all the leaders arrested, you had to be your own leader.'

Shami Breaks Silence on Troubled Marriage

Shami Breaks Silence on Troubled Marriage

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

India pacer Mohammed Shami, whose troubled marriage with Hasin Jahan has often made headlines, has broken his silence on the controversies surrounding his personal life.

'Kerala Has Done Very Well In Eradicating Poverty'

'Kerala Has Done Very Well In Eradicating Poverty'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

'Poverty eradication is a continuous process. There is no full stop to it.'

'Some IPOs Underperformed Due To...'

'Some IPOs Underperformed Due To...'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

'...aggressive pricing amid volatility, but these are exceptions.'

'Mohanlal Can Forego Anything To Give His Best'

'Mohanlal Can Forego Anything To Give His Best'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

What we see in him today is not just stardom, but the reflection of his sincerity, humility, and an artist who carries the fragrance of his roots, asserts K R Nayar, who has known the Dadasaheb Phalke Award winner from their school and college days.

Omar Yaghi: The Live-Wire Nobel Laureate

Omar Yaghi: The Live-Wire Nobel Laureate

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

'It was from him I learnt that if you gave the student the freedom to find his own path, he would be more courageous to experiment.'

Malala reveals how Oxford marijuana session unlocked Taliban trauma

Malala reveals how Oxford marijuana session unlocked Taliban trauma

Rediff.com12 Oct 2025

Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai reveals her mental health struggles after a marijuana session triggered flashbacks of her attack by the Taliban. She discusses anxiety, panic attacks, and her journey to seek therapy.

'Hinduism Is A Large-Hearted Religion'

'Hinduism Is A Large-Hearted Religion'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

'If at all human beings require a religion, the future religion will be Hinduism.'

'Zohran's Victory Gives Me Hope'

'Zohran's Victory Gives Me Hope'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

'His campaign reached into every community, every constituency, with a unifying platform of affordability.' 'Zohran began by listening to Trump supporters and brought many of them to his side because they too care about affordability.' 'Care for the poor is a tenet of every faith; this is the best platform to unite us.'

'Israel Doesn't Want Pakistan To Have Nuclear Weapons'

'Israel Doesn't Want Pakistan To Have Nuclear Weapons'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

'If the Trump administration could gain access to the nuclear weapons, they would be satisfied -- at least they could control them.'

Is Alcaraz Dating This Swimsuit Model?

Is Alcaraz Dating This Swimsuit Model?

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Brooks was previously married to advertising executive Billy Haire before splitting up in May 2025 after a 6-year alliance. Since then, she has dated Gleb Savchenko, her Dance With The Stars co-star between 2024 and 2025.

How To Answer 'Are You Married' And More Tricky Job Qs

How To Answer 'Are You Married' And More Tricky Job Qs

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Career gaps and marital status don't have anything to do with your commitment or capability, says Shruti Swaroop, founder of Embrace Consulting and co-founder of International Inclusion Alliance.

Why EQ Matters More Than IQ At Work

Why EQ Matters More Than IQ At Work

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'In the real world, it's not about being the smartest person in the room -- it's about being the one who stays grounded, adaptable and emotionally steady when everything else shakes,' says Ankita Kaul, a National Board certified health and wellness coach from the Dr Sears Wellness Institute.

'If You Don't Take Time To Cook Food...'

'If You Don't Take Time To Cook Food...'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

'Nutrition is always higher when you consume fresh food. Whether it's heated, boiled, frozen or microwaved, some nutrient depletion always happens' says Dr Rajeshwari Panda.

S L Bhyrappa: The Journey Of A Unique Storyteller

S L Bhyrappa: The Journey Of A Unique Storyteller

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

S L Bhyrappa, who passed into the ages last week, remains an enigma, with his clear and unwavering voice resonating through his writings. Standing apart from the literary trends over the course of the last fifty years, he succeeded in establishing his own style, sensibility and creative tradition, points out Shridhar C R.

'I Want The South Asian Community To Feel They Have A Voice At City Hall'

'I Want The South Asian Community To Feel They Have A Voice At City Hall'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

'As Mayor, I will use my platform to reject any efforts by the Trump administration to curtail immigration.'

Sonali Ghosh's Historic Wildlife Journey

Sonali Ghosh's Historic Wildlife Journey

Rediff.com31 Oct 2025

Dr Sonali Ghosh, the first woman to head the Kaziranga National Park and the first Indian to win the IUCN's Kenton Miller Award, has turned her childhood love for nature into an inspiring career in wildlife protection and leadership.

'I Want The Honeymoon To Be Very Long'

'I Want The Honeymoon To Be Very Long'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

'I love the institution of marriage. I love the idea of creating a family life, a unit that is yours, of having someone who's on your team, of being devoted to them.'

'War Has No Winners, Only Losers'

'War Has No Winners, Only Losers'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

'I noticed a nine-year-old child hugging another child every few minutes.' 'The two were sisters and were playing in their village when an armed gang attacked their village and set fire to it.' 'They hid together, only to witness their mother and father being killed.' 'Now, the older child is constantly comforting the younger one.'

'We Are Poised For An Exciting 2026'

'We Are Poised For An Exciting 2026'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

'Earnings growth will be the main driver of India's market in 2026, with profits expected to rise 9% to 10% in H2 FY26 and accelerate to 12% to 15% in FY27.'

WazirX Reboots Operations After Mega Hack

WazirX Reboots Operations After Mega Hack

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

'We've not seen a crypto exchange come back after about 45 per cent of the value on the platform was impacted.'

Why This Ex-DGP Joined The RSS

Why This Ex-DGP Joined The RSS

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

'When you attend an RSS function, the nation is your first priority.'

Where The Victims Of The Kanishka Terror Attack Are Not Forgotten

Where The Victims Of The Kanishka Terror Attack Are Not Forgotten

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Names and names and names and names... 329 in all. Some Indian. Some Canadian. Some British. Berry. Gupta. Jain. James. Bhatt. Beauchesne. Chatlani. Enayati. Lougheed.... Vaihayasi Pande Daniel visits Ahakista, Ireland, home to the memorial for the worst terrorist atrocity in India's history.

What To Do If Your Visa Is Delayed...

What To Do If Your Visa Is Delayed...

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Divya Nair/Rediff spoke to international career counsellors to understand what you can do if your visa is delayed or denied when you have received a scholarship.

'Leaders Like L K Advani Are Extinct'

'Leaders Like L K Advani Are Extinct'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

'In these times of vitiated politics, we miss people like Advaniji and Atal Bihari Vajpayee in active politics more than ever.'

'Israel Is Weaponising Hunger'

'Israel Is Weaponising Hunger'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

'Famine in Gaza is not a failure of logistics or aid. What is to blame is deliberate starvation caused by a brutal war.' 'Any child dying in a war zone is a vote of no confidence against humanity.'

'Nitish Kumar Will Be Chief Minister From 2025 to 2030'

'Nitish Kumar Will Be Chief Minister From 2025 to 2030'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

'Modi and Shah made it clear that the next government will be led by Nitishji.'

John Jameson: Bombay's English Cricketer

John Jameson: Bombay's English Cricketer

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

'I'm proud of my Indian connection. Why shouldn't I be?'

'Zohran Mamdani Has A Very Complicated Identity'

'Zohran Mamdani Has A Very Complicated Identity'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

'He knew the world's eyes were on him, and he had to speak directly to the fears that immigrants in New York feel right now.'

'Where Are We Today, And Are We Moving Towards A Better Tomorrow?'

'Where Are We Today, And Are We Moving Towards A Better Tomorrow?'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

'You don't have to lose your identity to be part of Congress. You can be who you are, as long as you believe in the core principle of strong citizenry and nation-building through that concept'

'Indians Are Better Suited Than Most Other Countries'

'Indians Are Better Suited Than Most Other Countries'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

'Because of the size and complexity of the economy, we can address almost every job that is there, from agriculture farming to healthcare.'

Dev Anand: 'I Wanted To Marry Suraiya'

Dev Anand: 'I Wanted To Marry Suraiya'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

'I fell in love with Suraiya and that was my first real gafla. The more I couldn't get her, the more I wanted her. When I couldn't marry her because the world didn't want it, I cried for the first time.'

'Don't Put Significant Portion Of Portfolio In Gold, Silver'

'Don't Put Significant Portion Of Portfolio In Gold, Silver'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

'For most investors, I recommend a low double-digit allocation (10 to 12 per cent) to gold and silver combined.'

'Nothing Kills More People Than Air Pollution'

'Nothing Kills More People Than Air Pollution'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

'It is high time to recognise that this is the greatest issue India is confronting.' 'Even the BJP should be raising concerns because polluted air suffocates everybody's child.'

Why Harsh Sanghvi Is So Important For Gujarat BJP

Why Harsh Sanghvi Is So Important For Gujarat BJP

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

'He is a man of action and goes to the ground and solves the problem.' 'Be it the Air India crash of Ahmedabad, Morbi bridge collapse, Deesa blast or Gambhira bridge collapse, he is on the spot.'

The Men Who Broke Tanishaa's Heart

The Men Who Broke Tanishaa's Heart

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

'I love the feeling of falling in love and the memories it brings, even if it doesn't last.'

When Nitish Kumar Took On Bihar Dons

When Nitish Kumar Took On Bihar Dons

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Nitish thought that his stakes as chief minister were far greater than his stakes in protecting one of his party MLAs. He could not allow his rule-of-law train to be derailed by a small rock on the track. On the contrary, if he removed it to keep the train moving at a steady speed he would gain strong public admiration and sympathy that would help him take the masses along in carrying out other tasks. A fascinating excerpt from Arun Sinha's Nitish Kumar And The Rise Of Bihar.

'This Guy Is Nothing Like Aamir'

'This Guy Is Nothing Like Aamir'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'Vivek Vaswani came over to discuss Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman which he was producing with Aziz Mirza as the director.' 'When I asked who was playing the lead, Raju, he said it was an actor called Shah Rukh Khan. "He looks just like Aamir Khan," Vivek added.' 'It was a shock when I met Shah Rukh on the first day of the shoot.' 'He was thin and tanned, with a fat nose and thick lips.'