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India must never forget October 22,1947

India must never forget October 22,1947

Rediff.com22 Oct 2020

India should observe October 22 as Kashmir Martyrs Day to pay tribute to those who lost their lives to Paakistan's State terrorism, suggests Brigadier Narender Kumar (retd).

Controversial evangelist Benny Hinn to face protests in Bangalore

Controversial evangelist Benny Hinn to face protests in Bangalore

Rediff.com8 Jan 2014

BJP asks Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah not to grant permission for Benny Hinn's prayer meet, reports Vicky Nanjappa.

TN minister orders retrieval of 100 grounds of land owned by temple

TN minister orders retrieval of 100 grounds of land owned by temple

Rediff.com13 Jun 2021

A 32-ground land parcel in Chennai worth crores of rupees and owned by a Shiva temple was taken over by authorities on Sunday while officials were directed to initiate action to take possession of nearly 100 more grounds of land belonging to the same shrine, the government said.

India gets better for doing biz globally but still far behind China

India gets better for doing biz globally but still far behind China

Rediff.com30 Sep 2015

India has moved up 16 positions to rank 55th on a global index of the world's most competitive economies, where Switzerland remains on top.

It's Rafale vs Boeing for INS Vikrant's fighters

It's Rafale vs Boeing for INS Vikrant's fighters

Rediff.com23 May 2022

The Indian Navy has decided that the twin-seat Rafale will not be disqualified on the basis of its inability to operate from an aircraft carrier.

Journalist, photographer among 9 killed in UP violence

Journalist, photographer among 9 killed in UP violence

Rediff.com8 Sep 2013

A series of communal clashes rocked a few villages of Western Uttar Pradesh on Saturday, killing nine persons including one IBN-7 news channel journalist and a local photographer hired by the Muzaffarnagar police.

'Nuclear Has To Get Into Achche Din'

'Nuclear Has To Get Into Achche Din'

Rediff.com20 May 2024

'Chinese are going bang, bang, bang building 30-35 reactors.' 'We should announce a programme of 50 new reactors and show that we mean business on the ground and not just announcements.'

Why Rajiv Gandhi Decided On Nuclear Weapons

Why Rajiv Gandhi Decided On Nuclear Weapons

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

The idea of weaponization got a fillip from an unexpected quarter. In the last week of October 1985, Rajiv met US President Ronald Reagan. Reagan told Rajiv, 'Pakistan has already made a bomb.' When Rajiv started talking about disarmament, the US president cut him short, 'Don't talk theory, think of your own protection.'

'US Can't Take Indians As Guinea Pigs'

'US Can't Take Indians As Guinea Pigs'

Rediff.com20 May 2024

'Why should we disclose classified information to satisfy those who doubt our Hydrogen Bomb capability?'

Best cuisine: 'I like litti chokha of Bihar'

Best cuisine: 'I like litti chokha of Bihar'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

Rediff readers talk about their favourite food.

Recipe: Mumbai Roma Fettuccine Alfredo

Recipe: Mumbai Roma Fettuccine Alfredo

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

A three-ingredient pasta that's plain but plenty tasty.

Recipe: Bok Choy Rice Porridge Soup

Recipe: Bok Choy Rice Porridge Soup

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

A popular Chinese green like bok choy does very well in soup too.

Will Hindutva Improve India's Future?

Will Hindutva Improve India's Future?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2023

It is a question that his supporters must ask of the prime minister. It may be enjoyable for them to pass through this phase of going after other Indians. But once this has been achieved to satisfaction, then what?, questions Aakar Patel.

Tell us how your mom prepared khichdi

Tell us how your mom prepared khichdi

Rediff.com2 Nov 2017

Was it the basic dal and rice combination? Or did it include millets and vegetables?

Beautiful India: 10 Journeys by Road

Beautiful India: 10 Journeys by Road

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Exploring the best of Indian roads.

Chinese fighter jet endangers Australian plane near South China Sea

Chinese fighter jet endangers Australian plane near South China Sea

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

Australia's Defence Ministry on Sunday claimed that a Chinese fighter jet's aggressive manoeuvres endangered an Australian reconnaissance plane near the South China Sea.

'Apology for Jallianwala is the right thing to do'

'Apology for Jallianwala is the right thing to do'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

'Prime Minister Modi is from Gujarat and so does not understand the importance of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre to Punjabis,' says the British MP fighting for an apology for the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.

Hindujas turn London's World War II era war office into a luxury hotel

Hindujas turn London's World War II era war office into a luxury hotel

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

The Old War Office (OWO) of Britain's World War II era prime minister Winston Churchill opened its doors as a brand-new luxury hotel in London with a glittering launch event, complete with surprise musical performances by musicians Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber and Andrea Bocelli. Princess Anne - the Princess Royal, the sister of King Charles III, officially unveiled the plaque for The OWO after a tour of the hotel with Hinduja Group co-chairman GP Hinduja on Tuesday evening. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak also made a quick stopover, along with parliamentarians, entrepreneurs, hoteliers and stars of film and television.

Daughter can challenge father's second marriage: HC

Daughter can challenge father's second marriage: HC

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

In a judgment pronounced on Wednesday, a bench of Justices R D Dhanuka and V G Bisht allowed the plea filed by a 66-year-old woman challenging a family court order that held only parties to a marriage could challenge the validity of the marriage.

Franklin Templeton's 6 shut schemes generate Rs 15,272 cr

Franklin Templeton's 6 shut schemes generate Rs 15,272 cr

Rediff.com17 Mar 2021

Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund has said its six shut schemes have received Rs 15,272 crore from maturities, coupons and pre-payments since closing down in April 2020. The fund house had shut six debt mutual fund schemes on April 23 last year, citing redemption pressures and lack of liquidity in the bond market.

Indian banks must aspire to join top global league: Kochhar

Indian banks must aspire to join top global league: Kochhar

Rediff.com18 May 2015

Indian banks have the potential to go global, says ICICI Bank chief Chanda Kochhar.

'I have never believed in Gandhiji's doctrine of Non-Violence'

'I have never believed in Gandhiji's doctrine of Non-Violence'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

'Absolute non-violence is not only sinful, but immoral.' 'This doctrine of non-violence benumbed the revolutionary fervor, softened the limbs and hearts of the Hindus, and stiffened the bones of enemies.' A revealing excerpt from Vikram Sampath's Savarkar (Part 2): A Contested Legacy, 1924-1966.

Which way out for Vijay Mallya?

Which way out for Vijay Mallya?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2016

RPG Enterprises Chairman Harsh Goenka thinks aloud about what Vijay Mallya could or should do to get out of the current mess.

Recipe: Bai's Spicy Cabbage Rolls

Recipe: Bai's Spicy Cabbage Rolls

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

A unique snack recipe for masala potato-stuffed cabbage rolls.

Share your monsoon recipes

Share your monsoon recipes

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

Got a recipe that is perfect for a cold, rainy afternoon? Share it with us!

Shillong Chamber Choir founder Neil Nongkynrih passes away

Shillong Chamber Choir founder Neil Nongkynrih passes away

Rediff.com5 Jan 2022

The 52-year-old music conductor and composer who led the SCC to national fame after a reality TV show about a decade ago, died at the Reliance Hospital in Mumbai after a brief illness, they said.

Honoured to be appointed by PM to NITI Aayog: Panagariya

Honoured to be appointed by PM to NITI Aayog: Panagariya

Rediff.com6 Jan 2015

Indian-American economist Arvind Panagariya has said that he is "honoured" to be appointed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the first Vice Chairman of the newly created NITI Aayog, which replaces the 65-year-old Planning Commission.

Allahabad HC stays survey of Vishwanath Temple-Gyanvapi Mosque complex

Allahabad HC stays survey of Vishwanath Temple-Gyanvapi Mosque complex

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

Justice Padia stayed the Varanasi civil court order, ruling that the subordinate court passed its order ignoring the fact that the high court had reserved its verdict on the plea challenging the maintainability of the suit which had been filed earlier in the lower court for the survey.

India Could Be Next Whisky Superpower

India Could Be Next Whisky Superpower

Rediff.com8 Dec 2023

'Indian single malts have a very specific character.' 'They are sweet when you take a frontal palette approach and change significantly with the addition of water.'

Kinetic to start producing electric version of Luna at Ahmednagar plant

Kinetic to start producing electric version of Luna at Ahmednagar plant

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

Kinetic Engineering (KEL), the makers of the iconic Luna two-wheelers in the seventies, will soon start producing components for an electric version of the moped. Pune-based Kinetic said in September that Luna would make a comeback in an electric avatar. The electric Luna, or E-Luna, will be launched by KEL's sister company Kinetic Green Energy and Power Solutions.

Franklin Templeton MF unitholders to get Rs 3,303 cr in fifth tranche

Franklin Templeton MF unitholders to get Rs 3,303 cr in fifth tranche

Rediff.com11 Jul 2021

SBI Funds Management (SBI MF) will distribute the fifth tranche of Rs 3,303 crore to unitholders of Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund's six shuttered schemes during the week beginning Monday. With this, the total disbursement will reach Rs 21,080 crore, amounting to 84 per cent of assets under management (AUM) as on April 23, 2020, a Franklin Templeton MF spokesperson said on Sunday. Under the first disbursement in February, investors received Rs 9,122 crore, while Rs 2,962 crore were paid to investors during the week of April 12, Rs 2,489 crore during the week of May 3 and in the latest disbursement during the week of June 7, investors were paid Rs 3,205 crore.

India to become 3rd largest aviation market by 2026

India to become 3rd largest aviation market by 2026

Rediff.com27 Nov 2015

India to become 3rd largest aviation market by 2026.

Recipe: Zelda's South Indian Mango Rice

Recipe: Zelda's South Indian Mango Rice

Rediff.com17 Feb 2023

Another delicious South Indian rice

Recipe: 15-Minute Achaari Paneer

Recipe: 15-Minute Achaari Paneer

Rediff.com7 Dec 2022

A simple but deightful paneer dish for entertaining,

Govts should prevent derailment of Indo-Pak ties: Pak minister

Govts should prevent derailment of Indo-Pak ties: Pak minister

Rediff.com15 Jan 2014

Pakistan on Wednesday called for "stability and predictability" in Indo-Pak relations, saying governments on both sides should have the courage to withstand pressure in the wake of "unfortunate incidents" and prevent derailment of ties.

9 Super Summer Holiday Options For Families

9 Super Summer Holiday Options For Families

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Looking for fun things to do as family during this sunny season?

Vegan days of Madras high court are over!

Vegan days of Madras high court are over!

Rediff.com11 Jul 2015

Non-vegetarian food arrives in Madras high court campus canteens

Transforming India: From data poor to data rich

Transforming India: From data poor to data rich

Rediff.com8 Jan 2018

Entirely new businesses have been built using data to disrupt traditional companies.

Ganesha recipe: How to make modak at home

Ganesha recipe: How to make modak at home

Rediff.com8 Sep 2018

Bhagyashree Zore shares a traditional recipe.

The Splendour Of A Kashmiri Houseboat

The Splendour Of A Kashmiri Houseboat

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

A peek inside a Dal Lake mahal.