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Should Da Vinci Code be banned?

Should Da Vinci Code be banned?

Rediff.com17 May 2006

Or should it have a proper release in India, like the rest of the world? Have your Say!

What's the da Vinci fuss about?

What's the da Vinci fuss about?

Rediff.com18 May 2006

'Bappida was not appreciated'

'Bappida was not appreciated'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

'He made people happy with his songs.' 'What matters is how many people you really make happy, how you connect and make them joyous and help them forget their problems.'

Govt nods 3% hike in DA

Govt nods 3% hike in DA

Rediff.com17 Sep 2004

The Union Cabinet on Friday cleared the proposal to hike dearness allowance for central government employees following the rise in inflation.

Top 10 Moments From Oscars 2024

Top 10 Moments From Oscars 2024

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

Love them, hate them but the Oscars have a way of sneaking up on you.

Govt clears higher DA for central staff

Govt clears higher DA for central staff

Rediff.com26 Feb 2009

Central government employees and pensioners will get an additional 6 per cent dearness allowance from next month, putting a burden of over Rs 6,000 crore (Rs 60 billion) on the exchequer.

'Pradeepda was a grown-up child with the vision of a genius'

'Pradeepda was a grown-up child with the vision of a genius'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

Neil Nitin Mukesh did one of his career-best films with Pradeep Sarkar, who passed into the ages on March 24.

Govt may clear 4% hike in DA

Govt may clear 4% hike in DA

Rediff.com21 Jan 2004

After careful consideration, the finance ministry appears to have rejected the proposal of merging 50 per cent of dearness allowance with basic salary of government employees and setting up of the Sixth Pay Commission.

Sainz and Da Costa to test for Red Bull

Sainz and Da Costa to test for Red Bull

Rediff.com28 Jun 2013

Portuguese racer Antonio Felix da Costa and Spain's Carlos Sainz junior will test for Formula One champions Red Bull at next month's young driver session at Silverstone, the team said on Friday.

Wealthy Indian-origin couple, daughter found dead in US

Wealthy Indian-origin couple, daughter found dead in US

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

The bodies of Rakesh Kamal, 57, his wife, Teena, 54, and their 18-year-old daughter, Ariana, were found in their Dover mansion at about 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Norfolk District Attorney (DA) Michael Morrissey said.

Australia pull ahead after Hazlewood, Lyon restrict Windies

Australia pull ahead after Hazlewood, Lyon restrict Windies

Rediff.com27 Jan 2024

Windies were restricted in their second innings by economical seamer Josh Hazlewood (3-23) and spinner Nathan Lyon (3-42).

DA hike notified, cheer for 5 mn central employees

DA hike notified, cheer for 5 mn central employees

Rediff.com26 Mar 2010

The decision of the Cabinet to increase DA for employees and pensioners from 27 per cent to 35 per cent will cost the exchequer Rs 6,969.36 crore (Rs 69.693 billion) per annum and Rs 8,131.20 crore (Rs 81.312 billion) during 2010-2011.

Meloni says 'Melodi'; Always a delight, replies Modi

Meloni says 'Melodi'; Always a delight, replies Modi

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday reacted to a viral selfie his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni took with him on the sidelines of the COP28 meet in Dubai, saying 'meeting friends is always a delight'.

Amul girl far cuter than Amul boy: DaCunha

Amul girl far cuter than Amul boy: DaCunha

Rediff.com13 Jul 2012

The Amul campaign has been telling stories of India through the hoardings, captivating Indians of all ages.

SC: No need to ban Da Vinci

SC: No need to ban Da Vinci

Rediff.com12 Jun 2006

The Supreme Court passes judgment, even as five states have banned the film.

Pooran, Holder, Mayers skip central deals, eye T20I glory

Pooran, Holder, Mayers skip central deals, eye T20I glory

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Nicholas Pooran, Jason Holders and Kyle Mayers have declined to join the West Indies roster for the 2023-24 season.

Da Vinci releases in India on Friday

Da Vinci releases in India on Friday

Rediff.com23 May 2006

Sabse Bada Khiladi Strikes A Pose

Sabse Bada Khiladi Strikes A Pose

Rediff.com9 May 2023

Akshay Kumar showed off his dedicated-to-Bruce Lee fashion chops.

G20 Summit: World leaders gather at Bharat Mandapam

G20 Summit: World leaders gather at Bharat Mandapam

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday welcomed a host of world leaders, including United States President Joe Biden and United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, at the Bharat Mandapam, the venue of the G20 Summit.

Da Vinci protests in Hyderabad

Da Vinci protests in Hyderabad

Rediff.com23 Jun 2006

'Neruppa da, Kabali da.' Rajini sets the screen afire

'Neruppa da, Kabali da.' Rajini sets the screen afire

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

Superstar Rajinikanth needs a box-office hit after two successive flops in Kochchadaiyaan and Lingaa, both 2014. Yet, Kabali is being projected as if the fans need the film, and the Tamil film industry needs it even more, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

Modi govt's plan to hike DA to benefit over 1 crore employees, pensioners

Modi govt's plan to hike DA to benefit over 1 crore employees, pensioners

Rediff.com8 Sep 2015

The proposed hike is in accordance with the accepted formula based on the recommendations of the 6th Pay Commission

'Bappida was an unstoppable meteor'

'Bappida was an unstoppable meteor'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

'I sang... God knows how many songs I sang for him! Most definitely, 50-100 songs.'

3% hike in PSU staff DA likely

3% hike in PSU staff DA likely

Rediff.com23 Mar 2006

Adelaide Test: Australia in sight of victory after Head, Hazlewood star

Adelaide Test: Australia in sight of victory after Head, Hazlewood star

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

After Australia resumed on 59-2, West Indies made frequent inroads to stay in the contest.

A da Vinci Code sequel?

A da Vinci Code sequel?

Rediff.com22 May 2006

Oscar Nominations: A Quick Glance

Oscar Nominations: A Quick Glance

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

The nominations for the 96th annual Academy Awards have been announced.

The Oscars Are Not Always Predictable

The Oscars Are Not Always Predictable

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

In the biggest surprise of the night, Emma Stone grabbed the Best Actress trophy for the complex portrayal of a Frankenstein-like character Bella, in Yargos Lanthimos' electrifying and most original film Poor Things. Aseem Chhabra recaps the 96th Annual Academy Awards.

Dawoodi Bohra head to be conferred Nishan-e-Pakistan award

Dawoodi Bohra head to be conferred Nishan-e-Pakistan award

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

The announcement of the award comes as an acknowledgement of Dr Saiduddin's services, according to a statement by Pakistan President Arif Alvi, who approved the conferment on Wednesday.

Guess Their Ages Folks!

Guess Their Ages Folks!

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

We all know that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will turn 74 on September 17, but do you know how old these leaders are?

Smith falls cheaply but Australia in control vs WI

Smith falls cheaply but Australia in control vs WI

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

Australia bowled out West Indies for 188 at Adelaide Oval on Day 1 of the first Test on Wednesday.

DA of central staff hiked by 7%

DA of central staff hiked by 7%

Rediff.com24 Sep 2012

The increase is in accordance with the accepted formula, which is based on the recommendations of the 6th Central Pay Commission.

Thank God, Amitabh couldn't say no to Hrishi-da

Thank God, Amitabh couldn't say no to Hrishi-da

Rediff.com30 Sep 2015

'Hrishi-da often voiced his disenchantment with Bachchan's Angry Young Man persona -- the 'maara-maari', the growth of sidelocks; he even said directors were killing Amitabh the actor and turning him into a stuntman. Yet, as Jaya Bhaduri jovially pointed out, the seeds of that seething persona can be found in Anand and Namak Haraam.'

Not stopped CBI from probing DA case against Maya: SC

Not stopped CBI from probing DA case against Maya: SC

Rediff.com9 Oct 2012

The Supreme Court on Tuesday made it clear that the Central Bureau of Investigation has not been prohibited from probing the disproportionate assets case against Bahujan Samaj Party supremo Mayawati and issued notices to the Centre, CBI and the former Uttar Pradesh chief minister on a plea to review its verdict that quashed the DA case.

Govt approves 7% hike in DA; raises it to 107%

Govt approves 7% hike in DA; raises it to 107%

Rediff.com4 Sep 2014

The increase is in accordance with the accepted formula, which is based on the recommendations of the 6th Central Pay Commission, it said.

7% DA hike for central govt employees

7% DA hike for central govt employees

Rediff.com23 Mar 2012

The central staff will now get 65 per cent of the basic pay as DA as against 58 per cent since July 1, 2011.

CBI decides to wind up probe in DA case against Mayawati

CBI decides to wind up probe in DA case against Mayawati

Rediff.com8 Oct 2013

The Central Bureau of Investigation has decided to wind up its probe in the disproportionate assets case against Bahujan Samaj Party supremo Mayawati after receiving legal opinion on the Supreme Court orders on the issue.

The Busiest Firang Actor In India

The Busiest Firang Actor In India

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

'There have been and will continue to be, so many captivating stories in colonial India.' 'Obviously, most of the white people were British, so if I am going to take on a role in a film set in one of the most turbulent periods of Indian history, then it only stands to reason that my character would be of British descent.' 'But that doesn't mean all my roles are negative.'

Five smart ways to use your bonus, DA windfall

Five smart ways to use your bonus, DA windfall

Rediff.com24 Mar 2010

Windfall gains are easier to dream about than manage. Here is some advice on using the money: